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Living in Madagascar

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Country overview

Capital

Antananarivo

Currency

MGA

Continent

Africa

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Entry requirements

Check if your passport needs a visa for Madagascar.

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Popular passport access to Madagascar

Passport Status Max Stay
Andorra Visa Free 30 days
United Arab Emirates Visa Free 30 days
Albania Visa Free 30 days
Argentina Visa Free 30 days
Austria Visa Free 30 days
Australia Visa On Arrival 30 days
Bosnia and Herzegovina Visa Free 30 days
Bangladesh Visa Required
Belgium Visa Free 30 days
Bulgaria Visa Free 30 days

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Monthly costs

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Work permits

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Salary & tax

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Useful services

Banking

Wise

Manage money in MGA with low fees and the real mid-market rate.

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Insurance

SafetyWing

Nomad health insurance for your stay in Madagascar. Monthly subscription, cancel anytime.

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Connectivity

Airalo

Madagascar eSIM data plans from $4.50. Activate before you land — no SIM swap.

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Privacy

NordVPN

Stay secure on public WiFi in Madagascar and access services from home.

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Language

iTalki

Book 1-on-1 video lessons with native tutors before you move. 150+ languages.

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