When travelling with a temporary passport or emergency travel document, different entry requirements may apply. Before you leave, ask your nearest foreign representative about your destination. UK emergency travel documents are accepted for entry, airside transit and exit from Madagascar. If you are a Canadian citizen, but also a citizen of Madagascar, our ability to provide you with consular services during your stay may be limited. They may also be subject to other entry/exit regulations. Most governments have introduced restrictions and special entry and exit requirements for their territory due to COVID-19. These measures can be imposed suddenly and include: Although the Canadian government issues passports with an “X” gender identifier, it cannot guarantee your entry or transit through other countries. In countries where the gender identifier “X” is not recognized, entry restrictions may apply. Before you leave, ask your nearest foreign representative about your destination. Make sure there is an entry stamp on your passport and that your visa is valid for the period and purpose of your trip. A tourist visa can be extended during your stay in Madagascar up to a total stay of 90 days. Exceeding the stay may result in detention and deportation. You can buy a 30 or 60 day tourist visa for a single entry on arrival at the airport in cash with US$, Euro or Malagasy Ariary.
Up-to-date information on visa fees is available on the Ministry of Tourism website. Proof of vaccination status is not required to enter Madagascar or access local services. Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres in Canada* It is important to note that entry requirements may not reflect your risk of yellow fever at your destination. It is recommended that you contact the nearest diplomatic or consular office to the destination you will be visiting to check for additional entry requirements. On August 11, 2022, the Malagasy government lifted all COVID-19-related health restrictions for travelers to Madagascar. The pre-departure PCR test and the arrival test are no longer required to enter Madagascar. Proof of vaccination status is not required for entry. More details and travel warnings can be found on Madagascar Tourism`s website. *Entry requirements: Madagascar has suspended all routine international flights and private flights until further notice. Cruise ships are currently not allowed to dock in Madagascar`s ports. To enter Madagascar, you must prove a negative coronavirus test taken within 72 hours prior to travel. You will also need to take a test at Ivato International Airport and self-isolate at your own expense until the test result is available (usually 4-5 days).
If the test is positive, you may need to go to a state-mandated facility for treatment. Internal restrictions: Irish citizens need a visa to visit Madagascar. If you are travelling for tourism purposes, a visa may be requested upon arrival at the airport of entry. Please contact the nearest Embassy of Madagascar for more information and questions about entry. Check with your transportation company for passport requirements before travelling. The rules of validity of the passport may be stricter than the conditions of entry into the country. Each country or territory decides who can enter or leave through its borders. The Government of Canada cannot intervene on your behalf if you do not meet the entry or exit requirements of your destination. For more information on entry and exit requirements for the destination, including COVID-19 vaccination requirements, please refer to the Entry and Exit Requirements section. There are no specific entry requirements if you have contracted COVID-19 in the past year.
There are no exceptions to the entry requirements for Madagascar. Find out more about possible entry requirements for yellow fever (Vaccines section). This page reflects the UK Government`s understanding of the current rules for people travelling with a full UK citizen passport for the most common types of travel. The Malagasy authorities set and enforce entry rules. If you are unsure how the entry requirements for Madagascar apply to you, contact the British embassy, high commission or consulate. Contact your local health authority or the nearest Canadian government office abroad to find out where you can get tested for COVID-19. Lymphatic filariasis, also known as elephantiasis, is caused by filariae (tiny worms) transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. It can cause a number of diseases. The risk is generally low for most travellers. Protect yourself from mosquito bites.
There is no vaccine for lymphatic filariasis, although there are drug treatments. Protect yourself from mosquito bites at all times. There is no vaccine for chikungunya. You can also apply for a tourist or immigrant visa in advance at the Embassy of Madagascar in London. Monday to Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. It is strictly forbidden to export the following items: Hepatitis B is a liver disease that is spread through blood or other body fluids. Travellers who may be exposed (e.g., through sexual contact, medical treatment, needle sharing, tattooing, acupuncture, or occupational exposure) should be vaccinated. You should always have your passport with you.