Ivory Coast
Madagascar
Madagascar visa for Ivorian citizens
Entry requirement
Ivorian 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 Ivory Coast
MadagascarIvory Coast Electronic travel authorisation (ETA) Ivory Coast 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.
For a trip from Ivory Coast 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 9 September 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Madagascar (updated 16 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Ivorian citizens can stay in Madagascar
Ivorian citizens may stay in Madagascar for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Madagascar.
How Ivorian citizens apply
Ivorian 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 Ivory Coast
Malagasy citizens do not need a visa for Ivory Coast, but they need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) before departure; it covers stays of up to 90 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Ivorian citizens need a visa for Madagascar?
Ivorian citizens can get a visa on arrival in Madagascar, valid for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Ivorian citizens stay in Madagascar?
Ivorian citizens can stay in Madagascar for up to 90 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Malagasy citizens need a visa for Ivory Coast?
Malagasy citizens do not need a visa for Ivory Coast, but they need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) before departure; it covers stays of up to 90 days.
Can Ivorian citizens enter Madagascar visa-free?
No; Ivorian 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.