MadagascarEquatorial Guinea: e-Visa

MadagascarEquatorial Guinea

Do Madagascar passport holders need a visa for Equatorial Guinea?

e-Visa

Yes. Madagascar passport holders need a visa for Equatorial Guinea, available online as an e-visa before travel.

An e-visa must be applied for and approved online before travel.

Source: equatorialguinea-evisa.com (checked September 3, 2026).

Requiremente-Visa

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance4,847 km, straight line (~6h 12m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Equatorial Guinea5 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Equatorial Guinea passport holders visiting Madagascar: Visa on arrival.

Visa-free alternatives near Equatorial Guinea

Madagascar passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Madagascar passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Madagascar passport holders need a visa for Equatorial Guinea?

Yes. Madagascar passport holders need a visa for Equatorial Guinea, available online as an e-visa before travel.

How far is Equatorial Guinea from Madagascar?

About 4,847 km in a straight line, roughly ~6h 12m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Equatorial Guinea?

Central African CFA franc (XAF).

What is the emergency number in Equatorial Guinea?

112 / 113 / 114 / 115.

What time zone is Equatorial Guinea in?

Malabo (UTC+1).

What is the nearest airport to Malabo?

Malabo International Airport (SSG), about 7 km away.

How many countries can enter Equatorial Guinea without a visa?

5 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Equatorial Guinea visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Madagascar passport holders visit without a visa instead of Equatorial Guinea?

Benin, Togo, Ghana, Angola, Liberia, Burundi.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Madagascar

Madagascar, officially the Republic of Madagascar, is an island country in the Indian Ocean that includes the island of Madagascar and numerous smaller peripheral islands. Lying off the southeastern coast of Africa, it is the world's fourth-largest island, the second-largest island country, and the 46th-largest country overall. Its capital and largest city is Antananarivo.

CapitalAntananarivo

RegionEastern Africa

Population32.7M

Area587,041 km²

CurrencyMalagasy ariary (1 USD ≈ 4515.09 MGA)

LanguagesFrench, Malagasy

Calling code+261

Drives on theright

TimezoneAntananarivo (UTC+3)

Nearest airportMorondava Airport (MOQ), 147 km

Emergency number117 / 118 / 124

UNESCO sites5

Income levelLow income

GDP per capita$599 (2025)

Tourist arrivals87.1K (2020)

Climate in Antananarivo

Warmest November, coolest July, driest September, sunniest November. Best time to visit: May, June, July, August, September.

Monthly climate normals for Antananarivo, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	31.2°C	23.4°C	392mm	329h
February	32°C	23°C	175mm	325h
March	32.7°C	22.3°C	46mm	369h
April	31.8°C	21°C	57mm	328h
May	30.9°C	18.1°C	5mm	326h
June	29.8°C	17.1°C	19mm	291h
July	29.6°C	15.4°C	6mm	320h
August	31.6°C	17°C	1mm	349h
September	33.6°C	19.6°C	0mm	353h
October	36.3°C	22.4°C	2mm	377h
November	37.3°C	24.4°C	26mm	379h
December	33°C	23.2°C	192mm	361h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Madagascar is a country in the Indian Ocean off the eastern coast of Africa. It is known for its particularly unique wildlife and flora. Madagascar split from India approximately 88 million years ago, and as a result of its long isolation it is home to a massive number of unique plant and animal species, with over 90% of its wildlife and 80% of its plants found nowhere else on the planet.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Ambohimanga
Andrefana Dry Forests
Q131436506
Rainforests of the Atsinanana
Tsingy de Bemaraha Strict Nature Reserve

Upcoming public holidays

November 1, 2026All Saints' Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

Full source list on About.

About Equatorial Guinea

Equatorial Guinea, officially the Republic of Equatorial Guinea, is a country on the west coast of Central Africa and the only Spanish-speaking country in Africa. It has an area of 28,000 square kilometres (11,000 sq mi). Formerly the colony of Spanish Guinea, its post-independence name refers to its location both near the Equator and in the African region of Guinea. As of 2025, the country has a population of 1,853,559, over 85% of whom are members of the Fang people, the country's dominant ethnic group. The Bubi people, indigenous to Bioko Island, are the second largest group at approximately 6.5% of the population. The capital, since January 2026, is Ciudad de la Paz, and Bata is the largest city.

CapitalMalabo

RegionMiddle Africa

Population1.9M

Area28,051 km²

CurrencyCentral African CFA franc (1 USD ≈ 586.73 XAF)

LanguagesFrench, Portuguese, Spanish

Calling code+240

Drives on theright

TimezoneMalabo (UTC+1)

Nearest airportMalabo International Airport (SSG), 7 km

Emergency number112 / 113 / 114 / 115

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$6,615 (2025)

Climate in Malabo

Warmest February, coolest July, driest February, sunniest January. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, May, November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Malabo, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	29.3°C	25.8°C	21mm	323h
February	29.8°C	26.4°C	15mm	299h
March	29.3°C	26.1°C	211mm	242h
April	28.9°C	25.8°C	146mm	229h
May	28.4°C	25.5°C	128mm	249h
June	26.8°C	24.3°C	678mm	182h
July	26.1°C	23.5°C	686mm	193h
August	26.4°C	23.8°C	279mm	248h
September	26.3°C	23.6°C	593mm	194h
October	26.8°C	24.1°C	438mm	232h
November	27.4°C	24.9°C	63mm	281h
December	27.9°C	25.4°C	71mm	302h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Equatorial Guinea is a small country in Central Africa that's divided into three parts: the mainland, Bioko Island, where the former capital is located, and Annobón Island. The mainland is wedged between Cameroon and Gabon. It is one of the largest oil producers in Africa, along with Angola and Nigeria.

Upcoming public holidays

October 12, 2026Independence Day

December 8, 2026Immaculate Conception

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

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