Mali
Madagascar
Madagascar visa for Malian citizens
Entry requirement
Malian 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 Mali
MadagascarMali Visa required Mali 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 Mali 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). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long Malian citizens can stay in Madagascar
Malian citizens may stay in Madagascar for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Madagascar.
How Malian citizens apply
Malian 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 Mali
Malagasy citizens need a visa for Mali, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do Malian citizens need a visa for Madagascar?
Malian citizens receive their visa for Madagascar at the border; it covers up to 90 days.
How long can Malian citizens stay in Madagascar?
Malian citizens can stay in Madagascar for up to 90 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Malagasy citizens need a visa for Mali?
Malagasy citizens need a visa for Mali, obtained before travel.
Can Malian citizens enter Madagascar visa-free?
No; Malian 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.