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Passports

Passports valid for six months after date of entry required by all.

Visas

Required by all except:
Transit passengers continuing their journey by the same or first connecting aircraft within 24 hours provided holding onward or return documentation and not leaving the airport.

Types of visa and cost

Tourist: US$69 (single-entry); US$86 (multiple-entry). Business: US$94 (single-entry); US$112 (multiple-entry).

Validity

Visas are issued for stays of up to 90 days and are valid for six months from date of issue.

Application to

Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy). Some nationalities are able to get a visa at Antananarivo airport on arrival, however it is strongly recommended to obtain a visa prior to this. Contact the Embassy for further information before departure.

Application requirements

(a) Valid passport. (b) One application form and one copy. (c) Two passport-size photos. (d) Return ticket or confirmation of booking from travel agent. (e) Fee payable by cheque or cash. (f) If applying by post enclose pre-paid, next-day special delivery envelope. Business: (a)-(f) and, (g) Letter of recommendation and confirmation of employment on company-headed notepaper with details about the applicant’s business activity, stating the company or individual responsible for expenses and the name of correspondent in Madagascar.

Working days required

Same day (personal applications); up to five days (postal applications).

Temporary residence

Enquire at Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy).
No test Required
None

Honorary Consulate of the Republic of Madagascar in the UK

16 Lanark Mansions, Pennard Road, London W12 8DT, UK
Tel: (020) 8746 0133.
Website: www.madagascar.org.uk
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0930-1300.

Embassy of the Republic of Madagascar in the USA

2374 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Tel: (202) 265 5525-7.

Most visits to Madagascar are trouble-free but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
Travelers should avoid walking in city centers after dark.
There have been reports of hold-ups at night on some of the major roads.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:

British Foreign and Commonwealth Office

Tel: (0845) 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk

US Department of State

Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel