Madagascar Travel Requirements for Indian Citizens

Passport Issuing Country

India

Country of Residence

India

Visiting Country

Madagascar

Visa Required

yes

Visa On Arrival

yes

Visa Type

Tourist

Fees

4500

Processing time

3-7 working days

Stay period

60 days

Validity

90 Days

You are an Indian citizen, and you are planning to visit Madagascar in 2025, to ensure that you have a good experience in Madagascar, it is important to understand the visa process and documentation that will be required. Madagascar provides e-visa and visa-on-arrival (VoA) services to Indian travellers, so it is a versatile place to visit with a tourism, business, family trip, and so on.

 

The required documents and provisions of Madagascar to e-visa or visa-on-arrival are as follows to the Indian citizens:

  • Valid Indian Passport : It must be valid for six months on the date of arrival, and it should have two clear pages where the visa is to be stamped.
  • Application Form : Duly filled e-visa application over the internet under VoA or a short-form at the immigration counter.
  • Photographs : Recent passport-size digital photograph, on white ground.
  • Return Ticket : Return or onward ticket to a destination to demonstrate intentions to leave Madagascar within the allowed duration of stay.
  • Accommodation Proof : Hotel reservation or a letter of invitation in Madagascar.
  • Travel Itinerary : This section contains the information about the flights and the booked activities (convenient when asked about the border).
  • Evidence of Funds : Bank statements or any other evidence that you can afford your stay.
  • Yellow Fever Certificate : This is required in case the person is arriving in or travelling through a Yellow Fever risk country (most countries, including India).
  • Visa Fee : It should be paid online (to obtain e-visa) or with money in USD/EUR/local currency upon arrival; the fee varies with the length of stay (see below).
  • Visa on Arrival/E- Visa : Indian citizens may get a visa upon arrival up to a period of 60 days, or they may apply beforehand to an e-visa up to 60 days. When the duration of stay exceeds 60 days or in case of work/business a longer-term visa or pre-approval is necessary.
  • Purpose of Visit : Tourism, family visit, business, or transit; special purposes like work or study must be provided in advance through paperwork.
  • Health Requirements : Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is mandatory; have other vaccination records as recommended.
  • Stay Extensions : Tourist visas (VoA and e-visa) may also be renewed at Madagascar immigration department to further an additional 30 days (maximum stay of 90 days).
  • Overstaying Penalties : In Madagascar, overstaying your visa can lead to fines, imprisonment, deportation, or future entry bans.

Common Madagascar Visa charges on Indian Citizens.

  • 15-day Visa : Approx. USD 12–15 (₹1,000)
  • 30-day Visa : Approx. USD 35–40 (₹3,400)
  • 60-day Visa : Approx. USD 50–55 (₹4,500)
  • VoA and e-visa charges are equal; always carry cash in USD/EUR to make payments without hustle at the airport.

Do Indian citizens have a visa on arrival in Madagascar?

Yes, the Indian citizens can enjoy a visa on arrival to stay up to 60 days (tourism, family, or business).

Is it possible to get a Madagascar visa online?

Yes, the official Madagascar e-visa portal has the option of online application for short visits (up to 60 days). The e-visa is forwarded through e-mail and printed on arrival.

What about staying more than 60 days?

Request an extension in Madagascar (once, a maximum of 90 days in total), or request a long-term or consecutive entry visa beforehand.

Which health certificates are required?

Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is needed in the event of travelling to the risk countries of India and to other so called risk countries; carry all regular vaccinations.

What is the visa processing time?

E-visa processing 37 days in business; VoA issued on the spot, on condition of proper documents and payment.

 

  1. Check Requirements : Visit Madagascar immigration websites or refer to a visa provider.
  2. Selection Method : Select e-visa wherein there is advance peace of mind or VoA wherein there is flexibility.
  3. Full Application : Fill and submit form, attach passport/photo, pay (in case of e-visa).
  4. Documents : Travel Prepare printed approval (e-visa), passport, tickets, photos, evidence of funds, Yellow Fever certificate.
  5. Entry Formalities : On arrival in Madagascar, approach the immigration, present the documents, complete the arrival form or generate e-visa, pay money in case of VoA.
  6. when staying : Respect visa stay limits, seek extension before expiry where necessary.
  7. Exit : Leave during your visa time; have immigration receipts to make future reference.

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