Somalia to Madagascar visa requirements
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
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
Confirm Somalia 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 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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Sources
- Embassy of Madagascar (Washington) — Visa and Travel to Madagascar
- UK Government travel advice — Madagascar entry requirements
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.