Mali to Madagascar visa requirements
Malian citizens can obtain a visa on arrival in Madagascar; stays of 15 days or less are exempt from the visa fee but incur an administrative charge.
Last verified: 2026-02-10
At a glance
What Mali travellers need to know
If you hold a Mali passport and plan to visit Madagascar for tourism, current guidance indicates you need visa on arrival.
Malian citizens can obtain a visa on arrival in Madagascar; stays of 15 days or less are exempt from the visa fee but incur an administrative charge.
Typical stay guidance: VOA can be issued for 30 or 60 days. Stays under 15 days have simplified fees.
Passport rule: Passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date of arrival with two blank pages.
Ensure you have the exact administrative or visa fee in cash to expedite the VOA process.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Mali to Madagascar.
Entry requirements
- A Visa on Arrival (VoA) is available at all international airports for tourism purposes.
- Stays of 15 days or shorter do not require a standard visa fee, but a mandatory administrative fee (approx. EUR 10) is charged.
- For stays between 15 and 60 days, the visa fee is payable in cash (EUR or USD) upon arrival.
- An e-visa (evisamada.gov.mg) can also be used to pre-authorize the entry.
Stay
VOA can be issued for 30 or 60 days. Stays under 15 days have simplified fees.
Ensure you have the exact administrative or visa fee in cash to expedite the VOA process.
How to prepare (Mali → Madagascar)
- 1
Confirm Mali passport holders still qualify for visa on arrival in Madagascar.
- 2
Prepare the VOA fee in the currency accepted at your arrival airport.
- 3
Pack passport photos, return ticket, hotel booking, and proof of funds.
- 4
Complete any arrival card or health form before landing when available.
- 5
Keep the VOA receipt with your passport for the rest of your trip.
Documents checklist
- Valid Mali passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Madagascar
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
- Onward travel: Proof of a return or onward flight ticket is mandatory.
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Mali citizens need a visa for Madagascar?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-10), Mali travellers need visa on arrival for tourism to Madagascar. Malian citizens can obtain a visa on arrival in Madagascar; stays of 15 days or less are exempt from the visa fee but incur an administrative charge.
How long can I stay in Madagascar on a Mali passport?
VOA can be issued for 30 or 60 days. Stays under 15 days have simplified fees.
What documents should Mali travellers carry to Madagascar?
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 Madagascar entry rules officially?
Start with: Madagascar E-Visa Official Portal; Madagascar Ministry of Tourism — Entry Formalities. 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.