Madagascar visa requirements for Vietnameses

Travel and visa requirements

Malagasy Visa is not required for Vietnameses

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Vietnam passport holders can take a trip to Madagascar for a period of 90 days by applying for an e-visa. It is advised that the e-visa application be submitted at least three days before departure.
  • Visitors can also obtain a visa on arrival at any international airport in Madagascar. The Visa on arrival costs about 45 USD.
  • All foreigners must have a passport valid for at least 6 months after entry into Madagascar. Passport should have three blank pages for visa stamping.
  • Vietnamese are to have a return or onward ticket and proof of enough money to spend during their stay in Madagascar, which could be a recent bank statement.
  • Tourists should have proof 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 the country.
  • Nationals of Vietnam can visit Madagascar from any international airport in Vietnam. There are international airports in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi.
  • Vietnam Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Kenya Airways and THAI are some of the carriers that fly from Vietnam to Madagascar.
  • The estimated flight time from Ho Chi Minh City to Antananarivo, Madagascar is 22 hours, 10 minutes and from Hanoi, it takes 18 hours, 55 minutes.
  • Malagasy and French are the two official and most spoken languages of Madagascar.
  • About 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.
  • The Malagasy Ariary is the official currency of Madagascar. Nevertheless, tourists can exchange their foreign currency at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
  • The climate of Madagascar is subtropical. It has two seasons, a hot and rainy season from November to April and a cool and dry season from May to October.
  • 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.
  • Travellers to Madagascar are advised to budget about $48 to spend per day on expenses.
  • Visitors can move around Madagascar with buses, taxis, car rental. 
  • Ramazava, Foza sy hena-kisoa and Vary amid'anana are special delicacies enjoyed in Madagascar.
  • Madagascar makes use of East Africa Time (GMT+3). Vietnam is four hours ahead of Madagascar.
  • The power and socket plug used in Madagascar 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. Tourists 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 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.

Can a pregnant woman travel to Madagascar?

Because of the high risk of malaria, pregnant women should not in general travel to Madagascar. If they must, it should be after consulting a medical practitioner.

What currency is used in Madagascar?

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.

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.