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Mexico to Madagascar visa requirements

Q: How much does the Madagascar tourist visa cost?

As of February 2026, a short stay of up to 15 days costs EUR 30 / USD 35. A 16-30 day visa is EUR 35 / USD 41, and 31-60 days is EUR 40 / USD 47.

Q: Can I get a visa on arrival instead of an eVisa?

Yes. Visas on arrival are issued at international airports such as Antananarivo-Ivato for stays up to 90 days, at the same fee as the eVisa. Applying for the eVisa in advance is still recommended to save time.

Q: How long does the eVisa take to process?

The Electronic Travel Authorization is issued within 72 hours of completing the form and paying online. Apply at least 72 hours before arrival.

Q: How long can I stay in Madagascar as a tourist?

The eVisa tourist visa allows stays of up to 15, 30 or 60 days depending on what you select; visa on arrival can cover up to 90 days. It is a single-entry visa.

Q: Is Madagascar part of the Schengen area?

No. Madagascar is in southern Africa (Indian Ocean) and is not in the Schengen zone, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.

Yes, a visa is required. Mexican ordinary passport holders need a Madagascar tourist visa, but it is easy to get: apply for an eVisa online before travel, or obtain a visa on arrival at international airports. The eVisa is recommended to avoid airport queues. Madagascar is not visa-free for Mexican citizens, but it offers one of the most accessible entry systems in the world. Citizens of every country except Burundi and Palestine may obtain either an electronic visa (eVisa) before departure or a visa on arrival (VOA) at international airports such as Antananarivo-Ivato (TNR) and Nosy Be (NOS). For a short tourist trip the eVisa is the best option: it is a single-entry tourist authorization, applied for online at the official portal evisamada-mg.com, with the electronic travel authorization issued within 72 hours. Fees depend on the length of stay; following an increase effective 16 February 2026, the short-stay (up to 15 days) eVisa now costs EUR 30 / USD 35. Madagascar is in southern Africa (Indian Ocean) and is NOT part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Travelers must hold a passport valid for at least six months with at least one blank page, proof of onward/return travel, and confirmation of accommodation. Visa on arrival remains available and is priced the same as the eVisa, but applying for the eVisa in advance is strongly recommended to speed up entry.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Tourist eVisa (electronic visa) — visa on arrival also available

Maximum stay

Up to 15, 30 or 60 days (choose at application; 90-day option exists)

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

EUR 30 / USD 35 for up to 15 days (since 16 Feb 2026)

consular fee only

Processing time

Issued within 72 hours of online payment

standard track

Validity

Apply 1 week to 6 months before departure; enter within the validity window

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport validity

Ensure your Mexican passport is valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date and has at least one blank page for the entry stamp.

· 6 months validity· 1 blank page

/02

Open the official eVisa portal

Go to the official Government of Madagascar eVisa site at evisamada-mg.com and select the tourist eVisa for your intended length of stay (15, 30 or 60 days).

· evisamada-mg.com· Tourist visa only

/03

Complete the online application

Fill in your personal and passport details, travel dates, and upload a passport photo and passport bio-page scan. Apply at least 72 hours before arrival and no more than 6 months ahead.

· Apply 72h+ before arrival

/04

Pay the visa fee online

Pay the ministerial fee by card. For a short stay (up to 15 days) the fee is EUR 30 / USD 35; longer stays cost more.

· EUR 30 / USD 35 (15 days)

/05

Receive and print the authorization

Within 72 hours you will receive the Electronic Travel Authorization by email. Print a copy or save it on your phone to present on arrival.

· Within 72 hours· Print a copy

/06

Enter Madagascar

On arrival at an international airport (e.g. Antananarivo-Ivato), present the printed eVisa authorization, your passport, return ticket and accommodation proof to immigration.

· Show at immigration

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Mexico -> Madagascar · Tourist eVisa (electronic visa) — visa on arrival also available

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredMexican passport valid 6+ months with at least one blank page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredApproved Madagascar eVisa printout (or VOA paid on arrival)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredRecent passport-style photo for the application

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredConfirmed return or onward flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host details)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RecommendedYellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from an endemic country

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedTravel/health insurance for the trip

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RequiredCredit card for online fee payment

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesMadagascar Official eVisa Portal (evisamada-mg.com)Visa policy of Madagascar - Wikipedia VisasNews - Madagascar triples its 15-day e-Visa fee

Application link included: Madagascar Official eVisa Portal (evisamada-mg.com)

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

eVisa / VOA — up to 15 daysEUR 30 / USD 35Increased from EUR 10 on 16 Feb 2026

eVisa / VOA — 16 to 30 daysEUR 35 / USD 41Single entry tourist visa

eVisa / VOA — 31 to 60 daysEUR 40 / USD 47Maximum eVisa tourist duration

Visa — up to 90 daysEUR 50 / USD 59Longer-stay option (commonly via VOA)

Total estimateUSD 35 — USD 59incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

eVisa (online, in advance)

Within 72 hours

Apply at evisamada-mg.com before travel and receive the Electronic Travel Authorization by email to print. Recommended to avoid airport queues.

Visa on arrival

At the airport (queue dependent)

Available at international airports for stays up to 90 days; same fee as eVisa. Convenient but can involve waiting in line.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Tourism and nature travel

Madagascar's unique wildlife, rainforests and beaches draw tourists who enter on the short-stay tourist visa.

High

/02

Visiting friends or family

Short personal visits are covered by the same tourist visa or visa on arrival.

Medium

/03

Business meetings

Short business trips may use the tourist visa for meetings, though longer or paid work needs a different visa.

Medium

/04

Transit and stopovers

Travelers passing through or combining Madagascar with regional travel obtain the same entry visa.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30 · major

Mexico to Madagascar route verified

Confirmed via the official eVisa portal and Wikipedia visa policy that Mexican ordinary passport holders need an eVisa or visa on arrival. Updated the short-stay (15-day) fee to EUR 30 / USD 35 following the 16 February 2026 increase.

/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Mexican citizens need a visa for Madagascar?—

Yes. Mexican ordinary passport holders need a visa, but it is easy to get either as an eVisa online before travel or as a visa on arrival at an international airport.

How much does the Madagascar tourist visa cost?+

Can I get a visa on arrival instead of an eVisa?+

How long does the eVisa take to process?+

How long can I stay in Madagascar as a tourist?+

Is Madagascar part of the Schengen area?+

/11 — Passport tools