Madagascar visas
Whether you need a visa for Madagascar depends on your nationality and the purpose and length of your stay. Short visits for tourism are generally covered by an electronic visa (e-Visa) or a visa on arrival, while work, study, family and long-term stays require a "transformable" long-stay visa that is converted into a residence permit after arrival. Visa policy and applications are administered by the Ministry of the Interior and Decentralization through the Immigration and Emigration Service, with the official e-Visa handled via the eService of Tourism, Immigration and Emigration and investor/business routes coordinated by the Economic Development Board of Madagascar (EDBM).
Malagasy visa categories
Explore visa categories by the purpose of your trip.
- Visitor & short-stay visasShort stays in Madagascar — tourism, visiting family or friends, business visits and transit, plus any visa-free or e-visa options.3 visas
- Work visasComing to Madagascar to work — the employment and skilled-worker routes and the permits they require.1 visa
- Study visasStudying in Madagascar — student visas and permits for accepted students.1 visa
- Family visasJoining or sponsoring a partner, child or other relative in Madagascar.1 visa
- Business & investor visasInvesting, doing business or coming to Madagascar as a highly skilled individual.1 visa
- Residence & citizenshipLiving in Madagascar long term — residence routes and, where available, the path to citizenship.2 visas
Malagasy visa application at a glance
From start to finish in five simple steps.
- 01Choose the right visa
- 02Check eligibility & documents
- 03Apply online
- 04Provide biometrics
- 05Wait for a decision
Madagascar — key facts
- Visa authority
- Ministry of the Interior and Decentralization — Immigration and Emigration Service (via the official eService of Tourism, Immigration and Emigration)
- Application
- Online (in most cases)
- Biometrics
- Usually required
- Currency
- Malagasy ariary (MGA)
- Time zone
- East Africa Time (EAT, UTC+3)
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.