For Malagasy passport holders with an EU residence permit

Countries Malagasy citizens can visit with an EU residence permit

These countries trust an EU residence permit and waive or ease their own visa for Malagasy citizens.

6 countries open up
6 visa-free

Albania eVisa→Visa-free90 days

Multiple-entry US, UK or Schengen visa that has already been used once in the issuing country. Residence permits from those places also qualify.

Also accepted: US visa, UK visa, Schengen visa, Ireland, GCC residence, UK residence.
Costa Rica Visa required→Visa-free30 days

US visa (B, F, H, L) with 3+ months validity; transit visas not accepted. Canada and EU visas must be multiple-entry.

Also accepted: Schengen visa, US visa, Canada.
Dominican Republic Visa required→Visa-free30 days

Complete the online e-ticket before travel.

Also accepted: US visa, Schengen visa, Canada.
Mexico Visa required→Visa-free180 days

Physical visa sticker valid on arrival (digital copies refused). Fill the FMM form; carry return ticket and accommodation proof.

Also accepted: US visa, UK visa, Schengen visa, Canada, Japan, Green Card, UK residence.
North Macedonia Visa required→Visa-free15 days

Double or multiple-entry visa stuck in your passport; card or digital permits do not count. Proof of onward travel required.

Also accepted: Schengen visa, US visa, UK visa, Canada.
Serbia eVisa→Visa-free90 days

Valid multiple-entry visa or residence permit. 90 days in any 180.

Also accepted: US visa, Schengen visa.

Hold a different visa?

US visa holders 8 Schengen visa holders 7 Canadian visa and PR holders 5 UK visa holders 3

Hold more than one? Tick everything you hold to see every country it opens up.

Common questions

Which countries can Malagasy citizens visit with an EU residence permit?

6 destinations relax their rules for Malagasy citizens who hold an EU residence permit, including visa-free entry to Albania, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, North Macedonia, Serbia. Conditions differ by country.

Does an EU residence permit have to be valid on arrival?

Yes, in almost every case. Many countries also want it valid for some months after you arrive, and a few want it already used once. The exact rule is listed under each country.

Perks are re-checked every week. Rules can change, so give the official site a quick look before you fly.