Madagascar to Nigeria visa requirements
Malagasy citizens can apply for a Visa on Arrival or eVisa for Nigeria.
Last verified: 2026-02-06
At a glance
What Madagascar travellers need to know
If you hold a Madagascar passport and plan to visit Nigeria for tourism, current guidance indicates you need eVisa.
Malagasy citizens can apply for a Visa on Arrival or eVisa for Nigeria.
Plan your trip around a stay of about the period shown on your visa or entry stamp, 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 Nigeria, with blank pages for stamps where required.
The approval letter is mandatory to board your flight.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Madagascar to Nigeria.
Entry requirements
- Nigeria offers a Visa on Arrival (VoA) program for African citizens.
- You must apply for and receive a VoA Approval Letter online before travel.
The approval letter is mandatory to board your flight.
How to prepare (Madagascar → Nigeria)
- 1
Apply on the official Nigeria eVisa portal before you travel.
- 2
Upload a clear passport scan and any supporting documents the form requests.
- 3
Pay the fee online and save the approval PDF/email.
- 4
Check processing time and apply early enough for your departure date.
- 5
Carry a printed and phone copy of the approved eVisa to the airport.
Documents checklist
- Valid Madagascar passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Nigeria
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
- Printed/digital copy of your approved eVisa or travel authorisation
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Madagascar citizens need a visa for Nigeria?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-06), Madagascar travellers need eVisa for tourism to Nigeria. Malagasy citizens can apply for a Visa on Arrival or eVisa for Nigeria.
How long can I stay in Nigeria on a Madagascar passport?
Stay length depends on the visa or entry permission issued. Confirm with official Nigeria immigration guidance before travel.
What documents should Madagascar travellers carry to Nigeria?
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 Nigeria entry rules officially?
Start with: Nigeria Immigration Service - Visa on Arrival. Requirements can change without notice.
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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.