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Madagascar Visa for Zambia Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

Zambian citizens can get a Madagascar visa on arrival at Ivato International Airport for stays up to 90 days, or pre-arrange an e-Visa online via evisamada.gov.mg; the fee is free for the first 30 days and processing on arrival takes under an hour.

Guide last updated September 27, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of arrival
  • Completed visa application (online e-Visa form or arrival card at the airport)
  • Return or onward flight ticket
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking)
  • Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
  • One recent passport photo (needed for the physical arrival process; not always required for the e-Visa)
  • No mandatory biometrics beyond standard photo/fingerprint capture at immigration
  • Travel health insurance strongly recommended given limited local medical facilities
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate, since Zambia is on Madagascar's list of countries requiring proof of vaccination

Visa types

  • Visa on arrival (Tourist) — up to 30 days free of charge, extendable to 60 or 90 days for a fee, single entry
  • e-Visa (Tourist) — same validity tiers, applied for online in advance to reduce airport queue time
  • Business Visa — requires an invitation letter from a Madagascar-based company, similar fee structure

Visa on arrival

  • Available at Ivato International Airport (Antananarivo) and other international entry points
  • Complete the arrival form and present passport, return ticket, and accommodation proof at the visa counter before immigration
  • Pay the applicable fee in EUR or USD cash at the counter for stays beyond 30 days
  • Processing is immediate, typically completed within 30-60 minutes depending on flight volume
  • Travelers who pre-apply via the evisamada.gov.mg portal can use a dedicated fast-track lane

Fees & processing time

  • Up to 30 days: free of charge
  • 31-60 days: approx EUR 35 (~USD 38)
  • 61-90 days: approx EUR 40 (~USD 44)
  • No separate service fee for on-arrival visas; the e-Visa portal may add a small processing fee (~USD 5-10)
  • Processing time: immediate on arrival (30-60 minutes); e-Visa online approval typically within 3-5 business days before travel

Tips for Zambia travelers

  • Pre-applying online via evisamada.gov.mg speeds up airport processing significantly
  • Carry EUR or USD cash since the on-arrival fee (for stays beyond 30 days) must usually be paid in foreign currency
  • Common issues: not having a return ticket or accommodation proof ready at the counter
  • Extensions beyond the initial approval can be arranged at the immigration office in Antananarivo before the visa expires
  • Confirm current yellow fever certificate enforcement before travel, as it is checked on arrival

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.