Holy See
Madagascar
Madagascar visa for citizens of the Holy See
Entry requirement
Madagascar issues citizens of the Holy See a visa on arrival for stays of up to 90 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Malagasy citizens travelling to the Holy See
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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.
For a trip from the Holy See to Madagascar, the published travel advice reads as follows: 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 3 November 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 citizens of the Holy See can stay in Madagascar
Citizens of the Holy See may stay in Madagascar for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Madagascar.
How citizens of the Holy See apply
Citizens of the Holy See 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 the Holy See
The Holy See requires Malagasy citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of the Holy See need a visa for Madagascar?
Madagascar issues citizens of the Holy See a visa on arrival for stays of up to 90 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
How long can citizens of the Holy See stay in Madagascar?
Citizens of the Holy See can stay in Madagascar for up to 90 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Malagasy citizens need a visa for the Holy See?
The Holy See requires Malagasy citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can citizens of the Holy See enter Madagascar visa-free?
No; citizens of the Holy See need a visa on arrival in Madagascar.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.