Description

Swiss citizens require a visa to enter Madagascar. Fortunately, the process is straightforward thanks to the availability of both visa on arrival and online eVisa options. Tourist visas are generally issued for stays of 30, 60, or 90 days, with the 30-day single-entry visa being the most common and affordable choice for short visits.

Our Travel Authorisation Madagascar service helps Swiss travelers prepare the necessary documents, understand entry requirements, and ensure a smooth arrival at Ivato International Airport (Antananarivo) or other official entry points.

Visa process and timing
Swiss citizens can choose between applying for an eVisa online before departure or obtaining a visa on arrival.

Visa on arrival: Issued at major airports and ports upon presentation of a valid passport, proof of accommodation, return/onward ticket, and payment of the visa fee (cash in euros or US dollars).
eVisa: Applied for through the official portal, usually processed within a few days. An approval notice is issued electronically, which must be shown upon arrival to receive the visa stamp.

Entry requirements for Swiss citizens

Valid Swiss passport (at least six months beyond intended stay)
Return or onward flight ticket
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host invitation)
Payment of visa fee (cash for visa on arrival, or online for eVisa)

Health and insurance rules

Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if traveling from or transiting through a yellow fever risk country
Recommended vaccinations: hepatitis A, typhoid, and routine immunizations
Malaria is present across Madagascar — prophylaxis and mosquito protection measures are strongly recommended
Comprehensive travel insurance is advised due to limited healthcare facilities outside major cities

Customs and border rules

Duty-free allowances include 2 liters of alcoholic beverages and 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars
Prohibited items include plastic bags, narcotics, and protected animal or plant products
Large sums of currency must be declared (above €10,000 or equivalent)

Stay limits and extensions
Tourist visas allow Swiss citizens to stay for 30 days, with options to extend to 60 or 90 days at the Immigration Office in Antananarivo. Overstaying without an extension can result in fines or deportation.

Madagascar offers Swiss travelers a unique combination of wildlife, landscapes, and culture — from lemurs and baobab trees to pristine beaches and highland traditions. With our Travel Authorisation Madagascar service, Swiss citizens can confidently prepare for a seamless entry process and enjoy their adventure.