Canada
Madagascar
Madagascar visa for Canadian citizens
Entry requirement
Canadian citizens can get a visa on arrival in Madagascar, valid for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at madagascar-embassy.ca
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Malagasy citizens travelling to Canada
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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.
Before travelling from Canada to Madagascar, it helps to know the official travel advice: 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Canadian citizens can stay in Madagascar
Canadian citizens may stay in Madagascar for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Madagascar.
How Canadian citizens apply
Canadian 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 Canada
Malagasy citizens need a visa for Canada, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Madagascar?
Canadian citizens can get a visa on arrival in Madagascar, valid for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Canadian citizens stay in Madagascar?
Canadian citizens can stay in Madagascar for up to 90 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Malagasy citizens need a visa for Canada?
Malagasy citizens need a visa for Canada, obtained before travel.
Can Canadian citizens enter Madagascar visa-free?
No; Canadian 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.