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Philippines to Madagascar visa requirements

Philippine passport holders need a visa for Madagascar, but it is easy to get. Apply for a tourist eVisa online before you fly via the official portal, or get a visa on arrival at Ivato (Antananarivo) and other international airports. All nationalities are eligible. A short stay of up to 15 days costs about EUR 30 / US$35 (raised from EUR 10 on 16 Feb 2026); longer stays up to 90 days are available. Madagascar is not in the Schengen area. A Philippines ordinary passport holder cannot enter Madagascar visa-free, but Madagascar runs an open visa regime in which citizens of almost every country (only Burundi and Palestine are excluded) can obtain either an eVisa online or a visa on arrival at international airports. For a short tourist visit the eVisa is the recommended route because it is processed before travel (typically within 72 hours) and avoids airport queues; the on-arrival option is available at the same fees. Tourist visas are single entry. Stay tiers are 1-15, 16-30, 31-60 and 61-90 days. Effective 16 February 2026 the 1-15 day fee was tripled to EUR 30 (about US$35); the 30/60/90-day fees were unchanged. Travelers need a passport valid at least six months beyond the intended stay and proof of onward/return travel. Madagascar is in Africa, not the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Tourist eVisa (online) or visa on arrival; single entry
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days (tiers: 1-15, 16-30, 31-60, 61-90 days)
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
15-day: EUR 30 / US$35 (from 16 Feb 2026); 30-day: EUR 35; 60-day: EUR 40; 90-day: EUR 50
consular fee only
Processing time
eVisa typically issued within 72 hours of approval
standard track
Validity
Apply from 1 week up to 6 months before travel; passport valid 6+ months beyond stay
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your trip length and visa tier
Decide how long you will stay. Tiers are 1-15, 16-30, 31-60 and 61-90 days. The visa is single entry, so plan accordingly if you intend to leave and re-enter.
· 5 minutes· Single entry
/02
Prepare your documents
Have a passport valid at least 6 months beyond your stay, a passport photo or scan, your travel/flight details and proof of onward or return travel and accommodation.
· Passport 6+ months· Onward ticket
/03
Apply on the official eVisa portal
Go to evisamada-mg.com and complete the tourist eVisa application. Apply between 1 week and 6 months before departure. Avoid third-party agent sites that add markups.
· evisamada-mg.com· Apply 1 wk-6 mo ahead
/04
Pay the eVisa fee
Pay online by card. The fee depends on the stay tier (e.g. EUR 30/US$35 for up to 15 days). Online prices match on-arrival prices.
· Card payment· EUR or USD
/05
Receive eVisa approval and print it
Approval is normally issued within 72 hours. Print the eVisa authorization to present at check-in and on arrival.
· ~72 hours· Print confirmation
/06
Arrive and complete entry formalities
At Ivato (Antananarivo) or another international airport, present your passport, eVisa, onward ticket and any required documents. Visa on arrival is also possible at the same fee if you did not apply online.
· Ivato/major airports· VOA also available
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Philippines -> Madagascar · Tourist eVisa (online) or visa on arrival; single entry
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredPhilippine passport valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one blank passport page for entry stamp
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved Madagascar eVisa printout (or fee ready for visa on arrival)
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
RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host details)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredRecent passport-style photo for the application
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredMeans of payment for the visa fee (credit/debit card or cash)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
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/medical insurance for the trip
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.
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.
Application link included: Official Madagascar eVisa portal (eVisa Mada)
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
eVisa / VOA - up to 15 daysEUR 30 (US$35)Tripled from EUR 10 effective 16 Feb 2026
eVisa / VOA - 16 to 30 daysEUR 35 (US$41)Unchanged in 2026
eVisa / VOA - 31 to 60 daysEUR 40 (US$47)Unchanged in 2026
eVisa / VOA - 61 to 90 daysEUR 50 (US$59)Unchanged in 2026
Total estimateEUR 30 (US$35)EUR 50 (US$59)incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa on arrival
Issued at the airport on arrival
Available at Ivato and other international airports at the same fee; expect immigration lines and have documents ready.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No visa-waiver agreement
Madagascar does not grant visa-free entry to Philippine ordinary passport holders; a visa is required for all tourists except a tiny excluded list.
High
/02
Open eVisa/VOA regime
Madagascar allows almost all nationalities to obtain an eVisa or visa on arrival, so Filipinos qualify through these channels.
High
/03
Single-entry limitation
The tourist visa is single entry; travelers leaving and returning need a new visa.
Medium
/04
2026 fee increase
The 15-day category fee tripled to EUR 30 on 16 Feb 2026, surprising travelers expecting the old EUR 10 rate.
Medium
/05
Missing onward ticket or passport validity
Entry can be refused without proof of onward travel or a passport valid 6+ months beyond stay.
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
Philippines to Madagascar route verified
Confirmed eVisa/VOA requirement for PH ordinary passports against the official eVisa Mada portal and the 16 Feb 2026 fee change tripling the 15-day fee to EUR 30 / US$35.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Filipinos need a visa to visit Madagascar?
Yes. Philippine ordinary passport holders need a visa, but it is easy to obtain either as an eVisa online before travel or as a visa on arrival at international airports.
Is the eVisa or visa on arrival better?+
How much does the Madagascar tourist visa cost?+
How long can I stay?+
Is Madagascar part of the Schengen area?+
What documents do I need on arrival?+
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