Madagascar to Kenya visa requirements

Visa-free

Malagasy citizens can enter Kenya visa-free for up to 90 days.

Last verified: 2026-02-06

At a glance

Max stay 90 days
Passport validity See requirements
Entry type Visa-free
Onward ticket Recommended

What Madagascar travellers need to know

If you hold a Madagascar passport and plan to visit Kenya for tourism, current guidance indicates you need visa-free.

Malagasy citizens can enter Kenya visa-free for up to 90 days.

Plan your trip around a stay of about 90 days, and confirm the final duration with immigration on arrival or on your visa sticker/eVisa.

Carry a passport that remains valid for your full stay in Kenya, with blank pages for stamps where required.

The eTA is mandatory for all visitors to Kenya.

Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Madagascar to Kenya.

Entry requirements

  • Kenya offers visa-free entry to citizens of many African countries, including Madagascar.
  • Travelers must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) before arrival.

The eTA is mandatory for all visitors to Kenya.

How to prepare (Madagascar → Kenya)

  1. 1

    Confirm Kenya still lists Madagascar as visa-free for your travel dates.

  2. 2

    Check passport validity, blank pages, and any yellow-fever or health rules.

  3. 3

    Book return/onward travel and accommodation you can show at the border if asked.

  4. 4

    Carry proof of funds for your stay in Kenya.

  5. 5

    Keep digital and paper copies of your passport bio page and bookings.

Documents checklist

  • Valid Madagascar passport (check validity rules above)
  • Return or onward ticket
  • Proof of accommodation in Kenya
  • Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
  • Travel insurance (recommended)

Frequently asked questions

Do Madagascar citizens need a visa for Kenya?

Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-06), Madagascar travellers need visa-free for tourism to Kenya. Malagasy citizens can enter Kenya visa-free for up to 90 days.

How long can I stay in Kenya on a Madagascar passport?

Guidance commonly allows stays up to 90 days for tourism, subject to the stamp, visa, or authorisation you receive.

What documents should Madagascar travellers carry to Kenya?

At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Check whether yellow fever or other health certificates apply to your route.

Where can I verify Kenya entry rules officially?

Start with: Kenya eTA Official Portal. Requirements can change without notice.

Sources

Important

This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.