TongaMadagascar: Visa on arrival

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Do Tonga passport holders need a visa for Madagascar?

Visa on arrival

A visa is not required in advance. Tonga passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Madagascar, typically valid for 3 months.

A visa is issued at the border on arrival, usually for a fee, with no advance application.

Source: evisamada.gov.mg (checked September 4, 2026).

    RequirementVisa on arrival
    Maximum stay3 months
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelNone, travel on your passport
    Data as of2026-10-14
    Distance13,597 km, straight line (~16h 30m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Madagascar241 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Madagascar passport holders visiting Tonga: Visa required.

Madagascar drives on the right, the opposite side to Tonga. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

Other visa-free destinations for Tonga passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Tonga passport holders need a visa for Madagascar?

A visa is not required in advance. Tonga passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Madagascar, typically valid for 3 months.

How long can Tonga citizens stay in Madagascar without a visa?

Up to 3 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Madagascar from Tonga?

About 13,597 km in a straight line, roughly ~16h 30m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Madagascar?

Malagasy ariary (MGA).

What is the emergency number in Madagascar?

117 / 118 / 124.

Does Madagascar drive on the same side of the road as Tonga?

Madagascar drives on the right, the opposite side to Tonga. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is Madagascar in?

Antananarivo (UTC+3).

What is the nearest airport to Antananarivo?

Morondava Airport (MOQ), about 147 km away.

How many countries can enter Madagascar without a visa?

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

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.