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Madagascar

Everything to have & know before you land in Madagascar.

🧭 Quick facts

1 USD = 4311 MGA
Local time —
Malagasy, French
Dial +261
Drives right
Plug C, E · ~230V

↻ Rate refreshed today · Exchange rate is indicative, updated daily.

🗓️ When it's busiest

Events per month — peak around May.

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Tourist VisaRequired📄 Entry & DocsRequired for most nationalities, obtainable on arrival or online pre-approvalSource · Madagascar Immigration Police
Yellow Fever VaccineRequired💉 HealthMandatory if arriving from countries with yellow fever riskSource · WHO International Travel Guidelines
Offline MapsRecommended Must-have appsDownload Maps.me for navigation in remote areas
Travel Health InsuranceRecommended💉 HealthMedical facilities are limited outside major cities
Malaria ProphylaxisRecommended💉 HealthHigh-risk areas require preventive medicationSource · CDC Travel Health Recommendations
Last reviewed 2026-06-24. Entry, health and safety rules change — always confirm with official sources (and a travel clinic for vaccines) before you travel.
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Safety & alerts — Madagascar

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Level 2

Exercise increased caution

Exercise increased caution to Madagascar due to crime , unrest , and health . Some areas have increased risk. Crime Violent crime, such as armed robbery and assault, occurs throughout Madagascar, particularly after dark, in remote areas, and along major national roads in the south and western areas of the country. Petty crime is common, especially in tourist locations. Stay aware of your surroundi

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Indicative information aggregated from public sources (U.S. State Dept · GDELT). Always check your government's official travel advisory before travelling. Advisory updated 9/12/2026.