Portugal
Madagascar
Madagascar visa for Portuguese citizens
Entry requirement
Portuguese 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 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Malagasy citizens travelling to Portugal
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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.
For a trip from Portugal 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 3 November 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Madagascar (updated 16 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Portuguese citizens can stay in Madagascar
Portuguese citizens may stay in Madagascar for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Madagascar.
How Portuguese citizens apply
Portuguese 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 Portugal
Malagasy citizens need a visa for Portugal, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do Portuguese citizens need a visa for Madagascar?
Portuguese citizens receive their visa for Madagascar at the border; it covers up to 90 days.
How long can Portuguese citizens stay in Madagascar?
Portuguese citizens can stay in Madagascar for up to 90 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Malagasy citizens need a visa for Portugal?
Malagasy citizens need a visa for Portugal, obtained before travel.
Can Portuguese citizens enter Madagascar visa-free?
No; Portuguese 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.