Madagascar Travel requirements, advice , Coronavirus status and Visa Policy
2022-12-06 16:19:01
Madagascar is located in Sub-Saharan Africa. It is a developing country. Current Travel Advice to visitors travelling to Madagascar is Exercise Increased Caution. Check Madagascar Travel Advisory, visa Requirements below.
Travel advice and advisories
Published 01.04.2022
1. Passengers entering or transiting through Madagascar must have a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken at most 72 hours before departure from the first embarkation point.
- This does not apply to passengers younger than 5 years.
2. Passengers are subject to a COVID-19Â antigen test upon arrival and quarantine for up to 48 hours at an approved hotel at their own expense.
Travel Advisory By USA
Tue, 06 Dec 2022
Last Update: Reissued after periodic review with updates to crime information in the Tsaratanana, Tsiroanomandidy, Maintirano, and Betroka areas.
Exercise increased caution in Madagascar due to crime and civil unrest. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.
Reconsider travel to the following areas due to violent crime and banditry:
- The area in and around the city of Tsaratanana in the Betsiboka Region;
- The area along the unnamed road connecting the city of Tsiroanomandidy in the Bongolava Region with the coastal city of Maintirano in the Melaky Region; and
- The area in and around the city of Betroka in the Anosy Region.
Country Summary: Most criminal activity is non-violent petty theft, pickpocketing, and other crimes of opportunity predominately in urban areas and in crowded markets. Violent crime, such as armed robbery and assault, occurs throughout Madagascar, particularly after dark, in remote areas, and along major national roads in the south and western areas of the country.
Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Madagascar.
If you decide to travel to Madagascar:
- Avoid walking alone, especially after dark.
- Do not travel on the roads between cities after dark.[SJ3]
- Be aware of your surroundings. Thefts of items from vehicles is common and may involve ruses or distraction, particularly when stuck in traffic.
- Stay alert in locations frequented by tourists.
- Do not display signs of wealth, such as wearing expensive jewelry or watches.
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
- Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter.
- Review the Country Security Report for Madagascar.
- U.S. citizens who travel abroad should always have a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist.
- Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel, and read the Embassy COVID-19 page for country-specific COVID-19 information.
- Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel.
Mid-Sized Urban Areas – Level 3: Reconsider Travel
Violent crime, such as armed carjacking, banditry, mugging, home invasion, and kidnapping can occur at any time. Local police often lack the resources and training to respond effectively to serious criminal incidents in these areas:
- The area in and around the city of Tsaratanana in the Betsiboka Region;
- The area along the unnamed road connecting the city of Tsiroanomandidy in the Bongolava Region with the coastal city of Maintirano in the Melaky Region; and
- The area in and around the city of Betroka in the Anosy Region.
Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas.
Visa Policy for Visitors travelling to Madagascar
Visa on arrival
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eVisa / Visa on arrival
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Visa required
- Burundi
Electronic Visa / Visa on arrival
- Lebanon (90 days within 180 days)
Visa Requirements for Madagascar Citizens
References
- U.S Department of State - Bureau of Consular Affairs
- Systematic dataset of Covid-19 policy, from Oxford University
- International Air Transport Association (IATA)