You choose a tier of 15, 30, 60 or 90 days at application. The tourist visa is single entry.

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Netherlands to Madagascar visa requirements

Q: Is the eVisa or visa on arrival better?

The eVisa is recommended because it is approved in advance (within about 72 hours) and lets you skip the payment/processing step at the airport counter. Visa on arrival is a reliable fallback.

Q: How much does a short tourist visa cost now?

Since 16 February 2026 the 15-day tier costs EUR 30 / USD 35. The 30-day tier is EUR 35, 60-day EUR 40 and 90-day EUR 50.

Q: What documents do I need on arrival?

A passport valid at least 6 months with two blank pages, your printed eVisa (or VOA payment), and a confirmed onward or return ticket.

Q: Does Madagascar use Schengen or ETIAS rules?

No. Madagascar is not in the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply; its own eVisa system governs entry.

Dutch passport holders need a visa for Madagascar, but it is easy to obtain. The recommended route is the tourist eVisa applied for online before departure; a visa on arrival is also available at international airports. There is no fully visa-free entry as of 2026. Madagascar is not visa-free for Netherlands ordinary passport holders. All foreign tourists need an entry visa, which can be obtained either online as an eVisa via the official portal (evisamada-mg.com) or on arrival at international airports such as Antananarivo-Ivato and Nosy Be-Fascene. The eVisa is the recommended channel because it is processed in advance (within about 72 hours) and avoids queues at the airport counter. The visa is single-entry, tourism-only. Stay tiers are 15, 30, 60 and 90 days. Until early 2026 the 15-day short stay was effectively low-cost (a small tourist tax), but since 16 February 2026 the official 15-day eVisa fee was tripled to EUR 30 / USD 35. Longer tiers cost EUR 35 (30 days), EUR 40 (60 days) and EUR 50 (90 days). A passport valid at least 6 months with two blank pages and proof of onward/return travel are required. Madagascar is not in the Schengen area, so Schengen 90/180 and ETIAS rules do not apply.

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 (single entry) or visa on arrival

Maximum stay

Up to 15, 30, 60 or 90 days (tier chosen at application)

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

From EUR 30 / USD 35 (15-day tier); higher for longer stays

consular fee only

Processing time

Up to 72 hours for eVisa; issued immediately at airport for VOA

standard track

Validity

Must enter and use within the validity tied to the chosen stay; apply 1 week to 6 months before travel

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm your trip length and pick a stay tier

Decide whether you need 15, 30, 60 or 90 days. The tourist eVisa is single-entry and tourism-only; the fee depends on the tier you select.

· Tourism only· Single entry

/02

Check passport and document validity

Ensure your Dutch passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond entry, has at least two blank pages, and that you have a confirmed onward or return ticket.

· 6 months validity· 2 blank pages

/03

Apply on the official eVisa portal

Go to evisamada-mg.com, complete the online form, upload your passport bio page and a photo, and submit between 1 week and 6 months before departure.

· evisamada-mg.com· Apply 1 week-6 months ahead

/04

Pay the visa fee online

Pay by card. The 15-day tier is EUR 30 / USD 35; longer tiers cost more. Keep the payment receipt.

· Card payment

/05

Receive and print your eVisa authorization

The electronic travel authorization is normally issued within 72 hours. Print the confirmation to present on arrival.

· Up to 72 hours· Print a copy

/06

Complete entry formalities at the airport

Present your printed eVisa, passport and onward ticket at the eVisa/immigration counter at Ivato (Antananarivo) or Nosy Be. If you did not apply online, you can obtain the visa on arrival at the same counter.

· Ivato / Nosy Be· VOA fallback

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Netherlands -> Madagascar · Tourist eVisa (single entry) or visa on arrival

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredDutch passport valid 6+ months beyond date of entry

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

required

RequiredAt least two blank passport pages

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

required

RequiredApproved eVisa printout (or be ready to pay VOA at the counter)

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

required

RequiredConfirmed onward or return air ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RecommendedProof of accommodation / itinerary

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RequiredMeans of payment for fee (card online; cash USD/EUR/MGA at airport)

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

RecommendedSufficient funds for the stay

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

recommended

ConditionalYellow fever certificate if arriving from an endemic country

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

conditional

RecommendedTravel/medical insurance

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

recommended

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.

Official sourcesOfficial Madagascar eVisa portal (eVisa info)Madagascar triples its 15-day e-Visa fee (Feb 2026)Visa policy of Madagascar - Wikipedia

Application link included: Official Madagascar eVisa portal (eVisa info)

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

eVisa 15-day tierEUR 30 / USD 35Tripled from EUR 10 effective 16 Feb 2026

eVisa 30-day tierEUR 35 / USD 41Single entry, tourism

eVisa 60-day tierEUR 40 / USD 47Maximum duration supported by eVisa system

eVisa 90-day tierEUR 50 / USD 59Longest tourist stay tier

Total estimateEUR 30 — EUR 50incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

eVisa online

Up to 72 hours

Apply via evisamada-mg.com 1 week to 6 months before travel; receive electronic authorization to print.

Visa on arrival

Issued on arrival (allow for airport queues)

Obtain the visa at the eVisa/immigration counter at Ivato or Nosy Be; pay in cash (USD, EUR or Ariary).

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

No visa-waiver agreement

There is no mutual visa-free arrangement between Madagascar and the Netherlands or the EU, so a visa is always required for entry.

High

/02

Tourism is permitted only under the tourist visa

The eVisa system supports tourist stays only; business or longer stays require different visa categories at an embassy.

High

/03

15-day fee increase since February 2026

The previously low-cost short-stay option now costs EUR 30 / USD 35, so travelers should budget accordingly.

Medium

/04

Single-entry limitation

The tourist eVisa is single entry; travelers who leave and return need a new visa.

Medium

/05

Onward ticket and passport validity enforced

Immigration may refuse entry without a return ticket or with under 6 months passport validity.

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

Netherlands to Madagascar route verified

Confirmed via the official Madagascar eVisa portal that Dutch tourists need an eVisa or visa on arrival; recorded the 16 February 2026 increase of the 15-day fee to EUR 30 / USD 35 and current 30/60/90-day tiers.

/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Dutch citizens enter Madagascar without a visa?—

No. All foreign tourists, including Netherlands passport holders, need a visa. It can be obtained online as an eVisa or on arrival at international airports.

Is the eVisa or visa on arrival better?+

How much does a short tourist visa cost now?+

How long can I stay?+

What documents do I need on arrival?+

Does Madagascar use Schengen or ETIAS rules?+

/11 — Passport tools