Madagascar visa requirements for Malawians
Travel and visa requirements
Malagasy Visa is not required for Malawians
Stay Duration: 90 days
Entry Requirements
- Malawi passport holders can visit Madagascar for a duration of 90 days by applying for an e-visa.
- Visitors can also pay for a visa on arrival at any international airport in Madagascar.
- Tourists must also possess a passport valid for 6 months after entry into Madagascar. Passport must have three blank pages for visa stamping.
- Travellers can import and export the Madagascar local currency up to MGA 400,000, and that of foreign currencies is unlimited, however, amounts exceeding the equivalent of EUR 7,500 must be declared.
- Tourists from Malawi travelling to Madagascar must provide proof of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Madagascar. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in Madagascar.
- Citizens of Malawi are required to have a return or onward ticket and proof of enough funds to spend during their stay, which could be a recent bank statement.
- Tourists travelling with pets must obtain an import permit for the pet prior to entering Madagascar and the pet must be vaccinated for rabies and various other diseases between 30 days and 12 months of entry.
- Although, a yellow fever vaccination certificate is not required when entering Madagascar, however, visitors are advised to be vaccinated against common illnesses before travel.
- Prospective visitors hoping to travel to Madagascar can do so from any international airport in Malawi. There are international airports in Lilongwe and Nouakchott.
- Ethiopian Airways and Kenya Airways are some of the carriers that fly from Malawi to Madagascar.
- The estimated flight time from Lilongwe to Antananarivo, Madagascar is 8 hours, 55 minutes, and from Blantyre, it is 10 hours, 50 minutes.
- Malagasy Ariary is the official currency used in Madagascar. However, visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
- The climate of Madagascar is subtropical. It has two seasons, which are a hot and rainy season from November to April and a cool and dry season from May to October.
- Malagasy and French serve as the two official and most spoken languages of Madagascar.
- Little over 50% of the entire population of Madagascar practice indigenous religions. They worship a supreme being called Andriamanitra. However, Christians make up 41%, of the population.
- Foza sy hena-kisoa, Ramazava and Vary amid'anana are special delicacies enjoiyed in Madagascar.
- Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, Isalo National Park, Avenue of the Baobabs and Ranomafana National Park are some of the sites tourists can visit during their stay in Madagascar.
- Tourists travelling to Madagascar are to budget about $48 to spend per day on expenses.
- Visitors can move around Madagascar with buses, taxis, car rental.
- Madagascar makes use of East Africa Time (GMT+3), which puts Madagascar one hour ahead of Malawi.
- The power and socket plug used in Cambodia is of Type C and E. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Civil unrest, such as protests, is common in Madagascar. Visitors are advised to be vigilant in the vicinity of downtown Antananarivo especially near government buildings, the national stadium, and historical monuments, where violent incidents have occurred.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Madagascar safe to travel to?
Madagascar is a very safe country. Although in Antananarivo, you shouldn't walk around after dark and during the day you should watch out for pickpockets. As soon as you get out of the capital, you find that the island is very safe and stress-free.
Is Madagascar malaria-free?
No. Malaria is a risk in Madagascar. Tourists are to fill their malaria prescriptions before they leave and take enough with them for the entire length of their trip.
Do the locals in Madagascar speak english?
Madagascar is a francophone country which means French is its official language. There are other local languages spoken in the country too.
Is the tap water in Madagascar safe to drink?
Tap water is not safe to drink in Madagascar. Tourists in this country are advised to drink bottled water instead. When drinking bottled water, check to be sure the seal is not broken and the best-before date has not passed.