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Madagascar visa for Malawian citizens
Entry requirement
Malawian citizens receive their visa for Madagascar at the border; it covers 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 Malawi
MadagascarMalawi Visa on arrival Malawi 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.
Malawian 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). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long Malawian citizens can stay in Madagascar
Malawian citizens may stay in Madagascar for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Madagascar.
How Malawian citizens apply
Malawian 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 Malawi
Malagasy citizens can get a visa on arrival in Malawi, valid for stays of up to 30 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Malawi and Madagascar.
Frequently asked questions
Do Malawian citizens need a visa for Madagascar?
Malawian citizens receive their visa for Madagascar at the border; it covers up to 90 days.
How long can Malawian citizens stay in Madagascar?
Malawian citizens can stay in Madagascar for up to 90 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Malagasy citizens need a visa for Malawi?
Malagasy citizens can get a visa on arrival in Malawi, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
Can Malawian citizens enter Madagascar visa-free?
No; Malawian 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.