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