MadagascarMorocco: Visa required

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Do Madagascar passport holders need a visa for Morocco?

Visa required

Yes. Madagascar passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Morocco.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: acces-maroc.ma (checked September 4, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance8,223 km, straight line (~10h 10m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Morocco115 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

Visa-free alternatives near Morocco

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 Morocco?

Yes. Madagascar passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Morocco.

How far is Morocco from Madagascar?

About 8,223 km in a straight line, roughly ~10h 10m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Morocco?

Moroccan dirham (MAD).

What is the emergency number in Morocco?

112 / 15 / 177 / 19.

What time zone is Morocco in?

Casablanca (UTC+1).

What is the nearest airport to Rabat?

Rabat-Salé Airport (RBA), about 13 km away.

How many countries can enter Morocco without a visa?

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

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

Andorra, San Marino.

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 ≈ 4588.71 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	31.3°C	23.4°C	356mm	329h
February	32°C	23°C	175mm	325h
March	32.7°C	22.2°C	46mm	369h
April	31.9°C	20.9°C	57mm	328h
May	30.9°C	18°C	5mm	326h
June	29.8°C	17°C	19mm	291h
July	29.6°C	15.3°C	6mm	320h
August	31.7°C	16.9°C	1mm	349h
September	33.7°C	19.5°C	0mm	353h
October	36.3°C	22.3°C	2mm	377h
November	37.4°C	24.4°C	26mm	379h
December	33°C	23.1°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 Morocco

Morocco, officially the Kingdom of Morocco, is a country in North Africa. It has coastlines on the Mediterranean Sea to the north and the Atlantic Ocean to the west, and has land borders with Algeria to the east; the Spanish exclaves of Ceuta, Melilla and Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera along the north, which it claims together with several small Spanish-controlled islands; and the disputed territory of Western Sahara to the south, partly occupied by Morocco since 1975. Morocco also claims to share a border with Mauritania through the disputed territory of Western Sahara. It has a population of approximately 37 million. Its capital is Rabat, while its largest city is Casablanca.

CapitalRabat

RegionNorthern Africa

Population38.4M

Area446,550 km²

CurrencyMoroccan dirham (1 USD ≈ 9.73 MAD)

LanguagesArabic, Berber

Calling code+212

Drives on theright

TimezoneCasablanca (UTC+1)

Nearest airportRabat-Salé Airport (RBA), 13 km

Emergency number112 / 15 / 177 / 19

UNESCO sites12

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$4,672 (2025)

Tourist arrivals2.8M (2020)

Climate in Rabat

Warmest July, coolest January, driest July, sunniest July. Best time to visit: June, July, August, September, October.

Monthly climate normals for Rabat, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	16.9°C	8.6°C	36mm	284h
February	19.1°C	10.8°C	1mm	289h
March	18.7°C	11.7°C	39mm	316h
April	19.7°C	13.8°C	51mm	340h
May	23.4°C	16.2°C	43mm	377h
June	23.9°C	18.2°C	15mm	374h
July	27.1°C	20.9°C	0mm	385h
August	26.6°C	20.8°C	0mm	383h
September	26°C	19.6°C	14mm	319h
October	22.4°C	15.4°C	16mm	285h
November	22°C	13.7°C	48mm	270h
December	17.8°C	11.6°C	79mm	250h

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

Morocco is the northwesternmost country in Africa. Morocco has, for most people, been the gateway to Africa. With plenty of attractive locations, historical sights, and unique cultural traditions, there's lots to see and do in this beautiful, mesmerising country. At just a few hours from the main European cities, Morocco has everything to overwhelm you with the amazing colours, smells and sounds of Islamic Africa. Imagine bustling souqs and spice markets, stunning mosques, white-washed sea side towns and medieval city centres. With panoramic views varying from snow-covered peaks in the High Atlas to the endless sand dunes of the Sahara, no-one ever has to be bored in this beautiful country.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Aït Benhaddou
Gate of Chellah
Mazagan
Medina of Essaouira
Medina of Fez
Medina of Marrakesh
Medina of Meknes
Medina of Tétouan
Rabat
Rabat, Modern Capital and Historic City

Upcoming public holidays

November 6, 2026Eid Al Massira Al Khadra

November 18, 2026Eid Al Istiqulal

January 1, 2027Ras l' âm

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