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title: Madagascar visa for citizens of the Central African Republic
description: "Citizens of the Central African Republic can get a visa on arrival in Madagascar. Stay up to 30 days. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Madagascar visa for citizens of the Central African Republic

Citizens of the Central African Republic can get a visa on arrival in Madagascar.

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

Official application site: https://mg.usembassy.gov/visas/important-visa-information/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Prepare required documents** — Gather passport, onward ticket, hotel booking, visa fee cash, and a passport photo.
2. **Arrive at Madagascar airport** — Travel to any international airport in Madagascar (Antananarivo, Nosy Be, etc.).
3. **Proceed to immigration counter** — Follow signs to 'Visa on Arrival' or immigration area.
4. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Present passport, ticket, photo, accommodation proof, and pay the visa fee in cash (EUR/USD/MGA).
5. **Receive visa and enter** — The officer stamps your passport and grants entry; the visa is typically valid for 30 days, single entry.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity)** (Identity): Must have at least two blank pages.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Madagascar.
- **Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): May be requested by immigration officer.
- **Visa fee (cash in local or major currency)** (Financial): Payable on arrival at the airport.
- **Completed arrival/departure card** (Travel): Distributed on the flight or at the airport.
- **Recent passport-size photograph** (Identity, optional): May be required for visa issuance on arrival.

## Good to know

- The provided source text is about U.S. visas in Madagascar, NOT about Madagascar's visa policy for Central African Republic citizens. Information above is based on general Madagascar VOA rules for eligible nationalities.
- Always verify current fees and requirements with official sources or the nearest Madagascar embassy before travel.
- Visa on arrival availability and terms may change without notice.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)** — Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity from the date of entry.
- **No onward/return ticket** — Book a confirmed return or onward flight before traveling.
- **Insufficient funds or unable to pay visa fee** — Carry enough cash (EUR/USD or MGA) to cover the visa fee.
- **Previous overstay or immigration violation in Madagascar** — Adhere to all immigration rules and exit before visa expiry.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the Central African Republic need a visa for Madagascar?

Citizens of the Central African Republic can get a visa on arrival in Madagascar. Visa type: Visa on Arrival.

### How long can citizens of the Central African Republic stay in Madagascar?

Up to 30 days.

### What documents do citizens of the Central African Republic need for Madagascar?

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity); Return or onward ticket; Visa fee (cash in local or major currency); Completed arrival/departure card; Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation; Recent passport-size photograph.

### How long must my passport be valid for Madagascar?

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://mg.usembassy.gov/visas/important-visa-information/

## Sources

- [Important Visa Information - U.S. Embassy in Madagascar](https://mg.usembassy.gov/visas/important-visa-information/)
- [Central African Republic - Visa Travel International](https://www.visatravel.fr/en/visas/central-african-republic/)
- Airport Controls, Procedures, and Baggage at Antananarivo (madagascarairlines.com, third-party site)

## More

- [Madagascar visa for every passport](/visa/madagascar)
- [Every destination for Central African Republic passport holders](/visa/passport/central-african-republic)