Madagascar
China
China visa for Malagasy citizens
Entry requirement
Malagasy citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to China.
- Where to apply
- 3 missions
- Visa guide
- China visa guide
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at mg.china-embassy.gov.cn
Which China visa?
Key facts
- Maximum stay
- Duration of stay printed on the visa (short-stay visas allow up to 180 days per entry)
- Processing time
- Set by the mission or visa application centre where you apply
China’s official site for the tourist visa is consular.mfa.gov.cn. Processing time, as China states it: Set by the mission or visa application centre where you apply. Longest stay on the tourist visa: Duration of stay printed on the visa (short-stay visas allow up to 180 days per entry).
Chinese missions in Madagascar
All missions of China in Madagascar
China has 3 missions in Madagascar, with its embassy in Antananarivo. Consulates: Toamasina and Mahajanga.
Chinese citizens travelling to Madagascar
ChinaMadagascar Visa on arrival Madagascar visa for citizens of China
Travel advice for China
- 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 Madagascar to China, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates China at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 18 October 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to China (updated 27 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for China (updated 27 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Malagasy citizens can stay in China
How long Malagasy citizens may stay in China is set by the visa issued, and the visa type must match the purpose of the trip.
How Malagasy citizens apply
In Madagascar, applications go to the Chinese embassy in Antananarivo and the consulates in Toamasina and Mahajanga, or to a visa centre acting for China; fees, documents and processing times are published by China.
China’s neighbours for Malagasy citizens
Afghanistan, Myanmar, North Korea and Russia require Malagasy citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Chinese citizens travelling to Madagascar
Chinese citizens can get a visa on arrival in Madagascar, valid for stays of up to 90 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Malagasy citizens need a visa for China?
Malagasy citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to China.
Where is the Chinese embassy in Madagascar?
The Chinese embassy in Madagascar is in Antananarivo; there are also consulates in Toamasina and Mahajanga.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Madagascar?
Chinese citizens can get a visa on arrival in Madagascar, valid for stays of up to 90 days.
Can Malagasy citizens enter China visa-free?
No; Malagasy citizens need a visa for China obtained in advance.
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.