Study visas
Malagasy Student Long-Stay (Transformable) Visa
The long-stay route for international students enrolled at a recognised Malagasy institution, allowing them to reside in the country for the duration of their course.
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Transformable-visa validity, the one-month conversion deadline, fees and the exact documentary checklist should be verified against Ministry of the Interior / official portal pages; details are drawn from official transformable-visa material and secondary sources and not each individually confirmed.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Madagascar government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Transformable visa (studies) with long-stay visa / resident card
- Route type
- Study / student
- Initial visa validity
- Transformable visa issued for about one month, to be converted after arrival
- Verify with the embassy
- Conversion window
- Convert within about one month of entering Madagascar
- Confirm exact deadline
Who it is for
- Foreign nationals accepted to study at a recognised Malagasy institution
Requirements
- Proof of enrolment at a public or private institution recognised by the Malagasy government
- A copy of the most recent diploma
- Proof of a scholarship or sufficient financial means (e.g. legalised affidavit)
- A letter of recommendation from the host university in Madagascar
- Passport valid at least six months with blank pages
What you can do
- Reside in Madagascar for the duration of the recognised course of study
How to apply
- Secure admission and enrolment documents from the Malagasy institution
- Apply for a transformable visa at a Malagasy embassy or consulate
- Enter Madagascar within the visa validity
- Convert to long-stay status and apply for a resident card with the Immigration and Emigration Service within the conversion window
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.