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Madagascar
Madagascar visa for New Zealand citizens
Entry requirement
Madagascar issues New Zealand citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 90 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Malagasy citizens travelling to New Zealand
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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.
New Zealand 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 3 November 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Madagascar (updated 16 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long New Zealand citizens can stay in Madagascar
New Zealand citizens may stay in Madagascar for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Madagascar.
How New Zealand citizens apply
New Zealand 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 New Zealand
Malagasy citizens need a visa for New Zealand, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do New Zealand citizens need a visa for Madagascar?
Madagascar issues New Zealand citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 90 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
How long can New Zealand citizens stay in Madagascar?
New Zealand citizens can stay in Madagascar for up to 90 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Malagasy citizens need a visa for New Zealand?
Malagasy citizens need a visa for New Zealand, obtained before travel.
Can New Zealand citizens enter Madagascar visa-free?
No; New Zealand citizens need a visa on arrival in Madagascar.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.