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United Arab EmiratesMadagascar: Visa on arrival

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Do United Arab Emirates passport holders need a visa for Madagascar?

Visa on arrival

A visa is not required in advance. United Arab Emirates 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
    Distance5,084 km, straight line (~6h 29m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Madagascar241 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Madagascar passport holders visiting United Arab Emirates: Visa required.

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Frequently asked questions

Do United Arab Emirates passport holders need a visa for Madagascar?

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

How long can United Arab Emirates citizens stay in Madagascar without a visa?

Up to 3 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Madagascar from United Arab Emirates?

About 5,084 km in a straight line, roughly ~6h 29m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Madagascar?

Malagasy ariary (MGA).

What is the emergency number in Madagascar?

117 / 118 / 124.

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.