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title: Madagascar visa for citizens of Mali
description: "Citizens of Mali 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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# Madagascar visa for citizens of Mali

Citizens of Mali 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.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 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
- **Proof of funds:** May be requested (sufficient funds for stay)

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Madagascar airport** — Proceed to the Visa on Arrival counter after immigration.
2. **Obtain and complete visa application form** — Fill out the form with personal and travel details.
3. **Submit passport, photos, and form** — Hand documents to the immigration officer.
4. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the required fee in cash (Euros, USD, or local currency as accepted).
5. **Receive visa sticker/receipt** — The visa is affixed into the passport or a receipt issued.
6. **Proceed to immigration control** — Present passport with visa for entry stamp.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay and contain at least one blank visa page.
- **Passport-size photographs** (Identity): Typically 2 recent color photos, white background.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of exit from Madagascar.
- **Hotel reservation** (Travel, optional): May be requested to show accommodation arrangements.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Cash, credit card, or bank statement covering stay expenses.
- **Visa application form** (Supporting): Usually provided and filled upon arrival.

## Proof of funds

- cash
- credit card
- bank statement

Specific minimum not stated; travellers should have sufficient funds for intended stay.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of departure from Madagascar.
- **No onward/return ticket** — Have a confirmed return or onward ticket before arrival.
- **Insufficient funds** — Carry proof of adequate financial means for the stay.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Mali need a visa for Madagascar?

Citizens of Mali can get a visa on arrival in Madagascar. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days).

### How long can citizens of Mali stay in Madagascar?

Up to 30 days.

### What documents do citizens of Mali need for Madagascar?

Passport; Passport-size photographs; Return or onward ticket; Visa application form; Hotel reservation; Proof of sufficient funds.

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

At least 6 months.

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