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title: Bahamas visa for citizens of Madagascar
description: "Citizens of Madagascar need a visa for the Bahamas and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $50. Processing: Up to 3 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Bahamas visa for citizens of Madagascar

Citizens of Madagascar need a visa for the Bahamas and can apply online for an eVisa.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Official application site: https://mfa.gov.bs/online-visa-application/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · e-Visa
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Processing time:** Up to 3 days
- **Government fee:** $50
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Visit the official eVisa portal** — Go to https://mfa.gov.bs/online-visa-application/ and create an account.
2. **Complete the online application form** — Provide personal, passport, and travel details accurately.
3. **Upload required documents** — Upload digital copies of passport photo, passport bio page, and other supporting documents.
4. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay USD $50 using a valid credit or debit card.
5. **Submit application** — Review and submit the application. You will receive a confirmation email.
6. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes up to 3 business days.
7. **Receive eVisa by email** — If approved, your eVisa will be sent as a PDF – print it and carry it while travelling.
8. **Present eVisa upon arrival** — Show the printed eVisa and your passport to immigration officers in The Bahamas.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival.
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity): Recent, colour, white background, 2x2 inches.
- **Completed online application form** (Identity): Fill out and submit via the official portal.
- **Travel itinerary** (Travel, optional): Details of your stay including accommodation bookings.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward or return travel from The Bahamas.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel reservation or letter of invitation from host.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Bank statements or sponsor letter showing ability to cover stay.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): Required if travelling from a country with yellow fever risk.

## Proof of funds

- Bank statements (last 3 months)
- Sponsor letter with proof of sponsor's funds

No specific minimum amount specified, but you must demonstrate ability to cover expenses during your stay.

## Good to know

- Ensure your passport has at least 6 months validity beyond your intended stay.
- The eVisa is valid for 30 days from date of issuance, not from arrival.
- Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory if you are arriving from an endemic country.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields before submitting.
- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from entry date.
- **Criminal record or inadmissibility** — Check Bahamas immigration rules; disclose any prior issues honestly.
- **Failure to provide required documents** — Upload all requested documents in the correct format.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Madagascar need a visa for the Bahamas?

Citizens of Madagascar need a visa for the Bahamas and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: e-Visa.

### How long can citizens of Madagascar stay in the Bahamas?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Bahamas visa cost for citizens of Madagascar?

Government fee: $50.

### How long does Bahamas visa processing take?

Typically Up to 3 days.

### What documents do citizens of Madagascar need for the Bahamas?

Passport; Passport-size photograph; Completed online application form; Return or onward ticket; Travel itinerary; Proof of accommodation; and 2 more depending on your situation.

### How long must my passport be valid for the Bahamas?

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://mfa.gov.bs/online-visa-application/

## Sources

- [mfa.gov.bs](https://mfa.gov.bs/online-visa-application/)

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