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Madagascar
Madagascar visa for Irish citizens
Entry requirement
Irish 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
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Malagasy citizens travelling to Ireland
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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.
Irish 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Irish citizens can stay in Madagascar
Irish citizens may stay in Madagascar for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Madagascar.
How Irish citizens apply
Irish 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 Ireland
Ireland requires Malagasy citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do Irish citizens need a visa for Madagascar?
Irish citizens can get a visa on arrival in Madagascar, valid for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Irish citizens stay in Madagascar?
Irish citizens can stay in Madagascar for up to 90 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Malagasy citizens need a visa for Ireland?
Ireland requires Malagasy citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can Irish citizens enter Madagascar visa-free?
No; Irish 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.