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Madagascar visa for Beninese citizens
Entry requirement
Beninese citizens receive their visa for Madagascar at the border; it covers up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Malagasy citizens travelling to Benin
MadagascarBenin Visa-free, 90 days Benin visa for citizens of Madagascar
Travel advice for Madagascar
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Beninese citizens planning a trip to Madagascar can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates Madagascar at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 4 December 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Madagascar (updated 9 September 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Madagascar (updated 16 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Beninese citizens can stay in Madagascar
Beninese citizens may stay in Madagascar for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Madagascar.
How Beninese citizens apply
Beninese citizens receive the visa for Madagascar at the port of entry, so they should have their passport, the fee and any documents the officers may ask for, such as a return ticket.
Malagasy citizens travelling to Benin
Benin admits Malagasy citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Beninese citizens need a visa for Madagascar?
Beninese citizens receive their visa for Madagascar at the border; it covers up to 90 days.
How long can Beninese citizens stay in Madagascar?
Beninese citizens can stay in Madagascar for up to 90 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Malagasy citizens need a visa for Benin?
Benin admits Malagasy citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Can Beninese citizens enter Madagascar visa-free?
No; Beninese citizens need a visa on arrival in Madagascar.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.