Somalia to Madagascar visa requirements

Visa on arrival

Somali passport holders can obtain a Madagascar visa on arrival for tourism, or apply for an eVisa before travel.

Last verified: 2026-03-11

At a glance

Max stay 90 days
Passport validity Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
Entry type Visa on arrival
Onward ticket Return or onward ticket required.

What Somalia travellers need to know

If you hold a Somalia passport and plan to visit Madagascar for tourism, current guidance indicates you need visa on arrival.

Somali passport holders can obtain a Madagascar visa on arrival for tourism, or apply for an eVisa before travel.

Typical stay guidance: VOA typically permits up to 90 days for tourism.

Passport rule: Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.

Health note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from endemic area.

VOA fee payable in cash. Confirm current fees and eVisa options with Madagascar authorities.

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

Entry requirements

  • Madagascar offers visa on arrival for Somali citizens at Antananarivo Ivato Airport and other designated ports of entry.
  • Alternatively, apply for an eVisa online before travel for faster processing at the border.
  • VOA fee payable in cash (euros or local currency); typical stay up to 90 days for tourism.
  • Required: valid passport (6+ months), return/onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and yellow fever certificate if arriving from endemic area.

Stay

VOA typically permits up to 90 days for tourism.

Health — Yellow fever

Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from endemic area.

VOA fee payable in cash. Confirm current fees and eVisa options with Madagascar authorities.

How to prepare (Somalia → Madagascar)

  1. 1

    Confirm Somalia passport holders still qualify for visa on arrival in Madagascar.

  2. 2

    Prepare the VOA fee in the currency accepted at your arrival airport.

  3. 3

    Pack passport photos, return ticket, hotel booking, and proof of funds.

  4. 4

    Complete any arrival card or health form before landing when available.

  5. 5

    Keep the VOA receipt with your passport for the rest of your trip.

Documents checklist

  • Valid Somalia passport (check validity rules above)
  • Return or onward ticket
  • Proof of accommodation in Madagascar
  • Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
  • Onward travel: Return or onward ticket required.
  • Yellow fever certificate if required for your routing
  • Travel insurance (recommended)

Frequently asked questions

Do Somalia citizens need a visa for Madagascar?

Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-03-11), Somalia travellers need visa on arrival for tourism to Madagascar. Somali passport holders can obtain a Madagascar visa on arrival for tourism, or apply for an eVisa before travel.

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

VOA typically permits up to 90 days for tourism.

What documents should Somalia travellers carry to Madagascar?

At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Also note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from endemic area.

Where can I verify Madagascar entry rules officially?

Start with: Embassy of Madagascar (Washington) — Visa and Travel to Madagascar; UK Government travel advice — Madagascar entry requirements. Requirements can change without notice.

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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.