Madagascar e-Visa and Visa-on-Arrival for Indians in 2026
By Ananya Singh (Ananya Singh writes step-by-step first-international-trip guides for Indians — passport rules, visa cascade timing, immigration walkthroughs, yellow-fever and health-certificate logistics, and the unglamorous details that separate a smooth trip from a stranded one.) · Published · Last updated · 11 min read
Madagascar gives Indians two easy doors: a USD 35 e-Visa (Electronic Landing Authorization) for stays up to 60 days, or a free visa-on-arrival for up to 30 days. Here's how to pick and apply.
Quick answer
Indians need a visa for Madagascar, but it's one of the easier ones: you can get an e-Visa online before you fly or a visa-on-arrival at the airport. As of June 2026, the tourist e-Visa (officially the "Electronic Landing Authorization") costs about USD 35 and allows a single-entry stay of up to 60 days; the visa-on-arrival is free for stays of up to 30 days (a small fee applies for short 1–15 day stays). Apply on the official portal evisamada-mg.com. Always verify the current fee and stay length before you travel — fees and rules change. See our Madagascar visa page for a quick summary.
e-Visa vs visa-on-arrival — which to pick
Both routes get you in; the choice depends on stay length and how much certainty you want before you fly.
- e-Visa (Electronic Landing Authorization) — apply online at evisamada-mg.com, pay ~USD 35, and receive an approval by email. Best if you want up to 60 days, or want paperwork sorted before boarding so the airline check-in goes smoothly.
- Visa-on-arrival — issued at Ivato International Airport (TNR) in Antananarivo. Free for stays up to 30 days; a small administrative fee (around €10) applies for very short stays of 15 days or less. Quick at the counter (15–30 minutes), but you depend on airport processing and queues.
For most Indian tourists doing a 2–3 week lemur-and-baobab trip, the free 30-day visa-on-arrival is the cheapest option. If you want a longer stay or peace of mind before flying, the e-Visa is worth the USD 35.
Fees, validity and processing time
| Route | Fee (June 2026) | Max stay | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|
| e-Visa, single entry | ~USD 35 | Up to 60 days | 3–7 working days (standard); faster tiers offered |
| Visa-on-arrival | Free (up to 30 days); ~€10 for 1–15 days | Up to 30 days | 15–30 minutes at TNR |
These are June 2026 figures; the fee and stay tiers can change, so confirm on evisamada-mg.com before relying on them. If you need an exact e-Visa turnaround, apply at least a week ahead for the standard tier and keep a buffer.
Documents you'll need
- Indian passport valid at least 6 months beyond your stay, with blank pages for the stamp.
- Passport-style photo (white background) for the e-Visa upload.
- Return or onward ticket.
- Proof of accommodation (hotel/lodge bookings).
- A valid debit/credit card to pay the e-Visa fee, and an active email for the approval.
For visa-on-arrival, carry printed copies of your return ticket and hotel booking; immigration officers at Ivato may ask to see them.
Step-by-step e-Visa on evisamada-mg.com
- Open the official portal evisamada-mg.com and choose the tourist e-Visa / Electronic Landing Authorization.
- Complete the online form with personal and passport details exactly as printed.
- Upload the passport scan and photo.
- Pay ~USD 35 by card.
- Receive the approval by email — print two copies and carry them.
At Ivato airport you present the printed authorization (or apply for VoA at the counter if you chose that route), passport, return ticket and accommodation proof. Use the FlightGPT chat to check flight options to Antananarivo while you plan.
Health: malaria and yellow fever
Madagascar requires a yellow-fever vaccination certificate from travellers arriving from countries with a risk of yellow-fever transmission. India is not a yellow-fever endemic country, so a tourist flying directly from India is usually not asked for the certificate — but if your routing transits an African yellow-fever-risk country (for example a long layover in Nairobi or Addis Ababa that counts as transit), the certificate may be required. Carry your yellow card if you've been vaccinated and check your exact routing.
Madagascar is a malaria zone, so consult a travel clinic about prophylaxis before you go. Yellow-fever vaccination in India is given only at authorised centres and must be at least 10 days before travel. Verify the latest health requirements with the official portal and your travel clinic.
Getting there and planning
There are no non-stop flights from India to Madagascar; Indians usually connect via the Gulf, Nairobi (Kenya Airways), Addis Ababa (Ethiopian) or Mauritius. Pairing Madagascar with a Mauritius beach leg is popular — see our destination guides and browse routes to compare connections. If Mauritius is on the cards, our Mauritius visa for Indians guide explains that easy entry too.
Decide between e-Visa and VoA based on stay length, then book flights and check live fares in the FlightGPT chat.
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Madagascar in 2026?
Yes, but it's easy. Indians can get an e-Visa online (Electronic Landing Authorization, ~USD 35, up to 60 days) on evisamada-mg.com, or a visa-on-arrival at Ivato airport that is free for stays up to 30 days.
How much is the Madagascar e-Visa for Indians?
As of June 2026, the tourist e-Visa is about USD 35 for a single-entry stay of up to 60 days. The visa-on-arrival is free for up to 30 days, with a small (~€10) fee for very short 1–15 day stays. Verify current fees on evisamada-mg.com.
Is visa-on-arrival available for Indians in Madagascar?
Yes. Indian passport holders can get a visa-on-arrival at Ivato International Airport (Antananarivo). It is free for stays up to 30 days and takes about 15–30 minutes at the counter; carry a return ticket and accommodation proof.
What is the maximum stay on the Madagascar e-Visa?
The tourist e-Visa allows a single-entry stay of up to 60 days. The free visa-on-arrival allows up to 30 days. For longer stays, check the options on the official portal.
Do I need a yellow-fever certificate for Madagascar?
Only if arriving from or transiting a yellow-fever-risk country. A tourist flying directly from India is generally not asked for it, but a transit layover in an African risk country can trigger the requirement. Carry your yellow card if vaccinated.
How long does the Madagascar e-Visa take to process?
Standard processing is about 3–7 working days, with faster tiers sometimes offered. Apply at least a week before travel and keep a buffer, or use the free visa-on-arrival if your stay is 30 days or less.