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Madagascar, as a local

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404 places· 6 cities· none reviewed on Corners yet
Safety: Exercise increased caution· official advisory, read Oct 27
Best months: May· counted on 1 dated shows & festivals· guide reviewed 127 days ago

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1 USD = 4574 MGA
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Malagasy, French
Dial +261
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Plug C, E · ~230V

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Reviewed by Corners on June 24, 2026. Sources named on each.

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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
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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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Exercise increased caution

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1 shows & festivals

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30May Donia Festival — Nosy BeNosy Be · From the African festivals list

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The cities

6 cities

Cities of the continent
Antananarivo82Mahajanga77Fianarantsoa76Nosy Be61Antsirabe60Toamasina48
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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 10/27/2026.