At the airport

Travel Documents: Passport, Visa & Entry Requirements

To ensure your journey with Madagascar Airlines is seamless, please make sure you have the necessary travel documents in your possession during check-in. Whether you are traveling on a domestic, regional, or long-haul flight, your valid identification document (passport, national identity card, or driver's license) and your e-ticket

Formalities and Documents for Your Flight

Check-in: Present your valid identification and your ticket (electronic or printed) at the check-in counter.
ID Validity: Your identification document must be valid on the day of check-in. If you are traveling with a passport, a validity of at least six (6) months beyond your presentation date is generally required, especially for international flights.
Domestic Flights: For flights within Madagascar, adults must present a valid form of identification (national ID card, driver's license). For minors, a valid identification document is required (family record book, school ID card, etc.).

Formalities and Documents for International Flights (Long-Haul and Regional)

For your long-haul flights (to Europe, Asia, America) and regional flights (to Africa and the Indian Ocean), the following documents are generally required:

Passport: Valid (with at least six months of remaining validity, please check specific requirements for your destination).
Visa: If applicable, ensure you have the correct visa for your destination.
Flight Ticket: Your booking confirmation (electronic or printed).
Documents for Declared Items: If you are carrying goods subject to customs declaration, prepare the necessary paperwork.

Traveling to Madagascar: Visa and Entry Requirements

For passengers arriving on international flights

Enjoy your stay in Madagascar! For passengers arriving on international flights:

Visa on Arrival: Good news! Tourist visas can usually be obtained directly at Madagascar's airports, offering a stress-free start to your trip.
Maximum Stay: The maximum permitted duration for a short tourist stay is 3 months.
Passport: An Essential Requirement: Ensure your passport has at least one blank page for the visa to be affixed.
Entry Visa Fees for Madagascar (Rates Applicable as of 16 February 2026):
- Non-immigrant short stay visa (less than 90 days) :
  - Stay under 15 days : €30 or $35
  - Stay from 16 to 30 days : €35 or $41
  - Stay from 31 to 60 days : €40 or $47
  - Stay from 61 to 90 days : €50 or $59
- Immigrant visas convertible to long stay (extension) : 1-month convertible: €41 or 210 000 Ariary
- Visa Fee Exemption (Stays of 15 days or less): Foreign tourists visiting Madagascar for 15 days or less and obtaining their visa upon arrival at the airport no longer pay the visa fee but must pay a €10.00 tourist tax.
Further Information: For more detailed information, please consult the website of the Embassy of Madagascar in your country or visit https://evisamada-mg.com/

Traveling to France and European Countries

If your trip includes France or other European countries, here are the documents generally requested (please note that these rules can vary, and it is crucial to verify the latest information with the relevant consular authorities before your departure):

Confirmed Visa: Required for most foreign nationals.
Medical Insurance: Proof of insurance covering medical, hospital, and repatriation costs, translated into English.
Proof of Accommodation: A hotel reservation or an attestation of accommodation from a private individual.
Proof of Sufficient Funds: Evidence of sufficient financial means to cover your stay.
Valid Travel Documents: Passport or valid residence permit (issued less than 10 years before arrival).
"Attestation d'Accueil" (for some cases): If you are staying for less than 3 months on a private visit and are a non-European national.
Professional Justification (if applicable): For business trips.
Exceptions: Certain categories of travelers (holders of specific French residence permits, spouses of French nationals, etc.) may be exempt from some of these requirements.
Important Note: Regulations frequently change. It is imperative to consult the official website of the embassy or consulate of the country you are visiting before your trip to obtain the most up-to-date information.