How Indian passport holders get a visa for Madagascar: visa type, government fee, processing time, maximum stay, the documents required and where to apply. Government-sourced — always verify on the official site before you travel.
Quick facts
- Visa type: Free VOA up to 30 days — or eVisa US$35 for 30-60 days
- Government fee: Visa-on-arrival FREE for stays up to 30 days (€10 admin fee for stays ≤15 days). eVisa USD 35 (~₹3,000) for 30-60 day single entry.
- Processing time: VOA: 15-30 minutes at airport. eVisa: 3-5 working days.
- Maximum stay: VOA: up to 30 days. eVisa: up to 60 days single entry.
- Interview: Not required
- Ease for Indian travellers: 85/100
Documents you'll need
- Passport valid 6+ months from entry, 2 blank pages
- Recent passport-size photo
- Confirmed return / onward ticket
- Hotel bookings or itinerary
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory if arriving from / transiting through a YF-risk country)
- Proof of funds
How & where to apply
VOA at Ivato International Airport (Antananarivo) is the simplest route — free for ≤30 days. For longer trips or to skip the airport queue, apply for the eVisa (officially 'Electronic Landing Authorization') online before travel. Madagascar eVisa (official, evisamada.gov.mg)
Transit & connections
Airside transit through Ivato (TNR) for non-Madagascar destinations does not require entry.
Good to know
Free VOA up to 30 days is rare and generous — only the €10 admin fee for short stays. Madagascar is popular for lemurs, baobabs, and beach destinations like Nosy Be. Researched May 2026. Visa rules change often — confirm on the official government source: https://evisamada-mg.com/en/home
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Madagascar?
Free VOA up to 30 days — or eVisa US$35 for 30-60 days. Free VOA up to 30 days is rare and generous — only the €10 admin fee for short stays. Madagascar is popular for lemurs, baobabs, and beach destinations like Nosy Be. Researched May 2026.
What documents do Indians need for a Madagascar visa?
Passport valid 6+ months from entry, 2 blank pages; Recent passport-size photo; Confirmed return / onward ticket; Hotel bookings or itinerary; Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory if arriving from / transiting through a YF-risk country); Proof of funds
How long does a Madagascar visa take and what does it cost?
Processing: VOA: 15-30 minutes at airport. eVisa: 3-5 working days.. Government fee: Visa-on-arrival FREE for stays up to 30 days (€10 admin fee for stays ≤15 days). eVisa USD 35 (~₹3,000) for 30-60 day single entry.. Maximum stay: VOA: up to 30 days. eVisa: up to 60 days single entry..
How do Indians apply for a Madagascar visa?
VOA at Ivato International Airport (Antananarivo) is the simplest route — free for ≤30 days. For longer trips or to skip the airport queue, apply for the eVisa (officially 'Electronic Landing Authorization') online before travel. Official source: https://evisamada-mg.com/en/home