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Madagascar visa requirements 2026

Do you need a visa for Madagascar? Entry rules for every passport, grouped by visa category.

Visa data last updated 2026-01-09

Region: Eastern Africa | Continent: Africa

Madagascar flag
0Visa-free
0eVisa
196Visa on arrival
1Visa required

Madagascar entry rules at a glance

Of the 198 passports we track, 0 can enter Madagascar visa-free and 196 can get a visa on arrival. Of the rest, 1 need a visa issued in advance by an embassy or consulate.

196 of 198 passports can travel to Madagascar without arranging anything before departure.

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Madagascar entry rules for common passports

PassportEntry rule for Madagascar
United States of AmericaVisa on arrival
United KingdomVisa on arrival
CanadaVisa on arrival
AustraliaVisa on arrival
GermanyVisa on arrival
FranceVisa on arrival
IndiaVisa on arrival
ChinaVisa on arrival
NigeriaVisa on arrival
South AfricaVisa on arrival
BrazilVisa on arrival
PhilippinesVisa on arrival

Madagascar visa requirements by region of passport

Number of passports from each region in each entry category for Madagascar.

Passport regionVisa-freeVisa on arrivaleVisaVisa required
Africa05201
Asia05000
Europe04500
North America02300
Oceania01400
South America01200

Entry rules for every passport

Visa on arrival 196
Visa required 1
No admission 1

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Madagascar?

It depends on your passport. Of 198 passports, 196 can get a visa on arrival and 1 need a visa before travel. Find your passport in the lists on this page.

Does Madagascar offer visa on arrival?

Yes. 196 passports can obtain a visa on arrival in Madagascar. Carry the fee in cash, a return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation.

Do African passport holders need a visa for Madagascar?

Of 53 passports from Africa, 52 can enter Madagascar visa-free or with a visa on arrival. The region table on this page breaks this down by category.

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About this data

Entry categories come from our passport-by-destination matrix, last updated 2026-01-09. Visa policies change, and special rules can apply to diplomatic passports, residents of third countries or travellers arriving by land. Always confirm with the destination's official immigration website or your airline before you travel.

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