Madagascar visa requirements for Mauritians

Travel and visa requirements

Malagasy Visa is not required for Mauritians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Mauritians can obtain a 90-day visa on arrival for travelling to Madagascar for tourism purposes.
  • Visitors are required to possess an original passport valid for at least 6 months upon entry into Madagascar.
  • The passport is expected to have 3 blank pages for visa stamps on entry.
  • Mauritians bringing in pets are required to tender a health certificate and certification of vaccination against animal diseases.
  • Visitors are also required to possess 2 completed application forms.
  • Confirmation of hotel bookings or letter from a Malagasy host is required.
  • Proof of travel allowance (sufficient to cover the entire stay in Madagascar) and employment  is required.
  • Visitors are also required to possess an onward or return ticket.
  • Mauritians are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
  • Business visitors are required to tender a letter of invitation from the host company.
  • Visitors are required to get vaccinated against Malaria, Cholera, Tuberculosis, Yellow  fever, Dengue fever, Hepatitis and Typhoid.
  • There are no currency restrictions on entry and exit.
  • Visitors having arms and ammunition in their possession are required to provide a permit.
  •  According to the country's rules, only banks and foreign exchange offices are permitted to exchange foreign currencies.
  • Visitors are only permitted to possess currencies up to MGA 400,000 worth on entry and at departure.
  • Visitors can apply for visa renewal at the Madagascar Immigration Office Headquarters.
  • The power plugs and sockets in Madagascar are of type C, D, E, J and K with the standard voltage being  127/ 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Eating pork and chicken is a taboo( Fady ) in some parts of Madagascar.
  • The estimated flight time from Mauritius and Madagascar is 1 hour 52 minutes.
  • Madagascar uses East Africa zone (GMT+3),  making Mauritius 1 hour ahead of Madagascar.
  • The Malagasy use taxi-brousse (old minivans seating up to 15 people), water taxis, buses and trains for transportation. However, the taxi-brouse is the major means of transportation for short and long trips in Madagascar. 
  •  The Malagasy ariary is the official currency in Madagascar.
  • Madagascar's tourist attractions include the island's endemic wildlife,beaches and forests.
  • Majority of the Malagasy population practice their traditional religion, followed closely by Christianity. A small portion of the population practice Islam. 
  • The official language of Madagascar is Malagasy. Being a francophone country, the second widely spoken language is French.
  • Lasary is one of the commonest dishes in Madagascar, followed by Romazava which is a type of leafy beef.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is English spoken in Madagascar?

A lot of people in Madagascar understand basic English. However, the official languages spoken are French and the native Malagasy language.

Can the Malagasy visa be renewed?

Yes. At the expiration of the visa, visitors can apply for  renewal at the Madagascar Immigration Office.

Is the Internet available in Madagascar?

Yes, there is internet connection but the speed is very slow.

Is Madagascar safe to visit?

Madagascar is a safe place to visit, however adherence to basic safety principles is required.