Madagascar visa for Lao citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Lao passport holders visiting Madagascar for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Lao citizens to enter Madagascar for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Madagascar e-visa for Lao citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Madagascar visa on arrival for Lao citizens | Eligible | |
Madagascar tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Lao passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Madagascar.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Madagascar.
If you are looking for Madagascar visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Laos, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Madagascar nearest your place of residence.
- Bangkok: The Honorary Consulate of in Bangkok, ~ 712.89 kilometers (442.97 mi) away from Vientiane, Laos. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 37 minutes).
- Singapore City: The Honorary Consulate of in Singapore City, ~ 2070.31 kilometers (1286.43 mi) away from Vientiane, Laos. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 37 minutes).
Madagascar visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Madagascar diplomatic mission offices to Laos for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Laos traveling to Madagascar from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Laos) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 38 | N/A |
| 2009 | 16 | -57.89% |
| 2010 | 20 | 25.00% |
| 2011 | 23 | 15.00% |
| 2012 | 26 | 13.04% |
| 2013 | 20 | -23.08% |
| 2014 | 22 | 10.00% |
| 2015 | 24 | 9.09% |
| 2016 | 29 | 20.83% |
| 2017 | 26 | -10.34% |
| 2018 | 29 | 11.54% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Madagascar & Laos comparison
Madagascar's area is approximately 581,795 km2 (224,632 sq mi), while the area of Laos is approximately 236,800 km2 (91,428 sq mi). This means Laos is 2.46 times smaller than Madagascar.
As of October 2025, Madagascar's population is ~31.4 million people - 23,587,663 more people than the population of Laos.
We have highlighted Madagascar & Laos’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Madagascar | Laos | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 31,401,614 | 7,813,951 | 23.6 million more people live in Madagascar than Laos |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 41 | 39 | Madagascar has 2 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Laos. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 23 | 20 | Madagascar passport holders can visit 3 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 35 | 37 | Madagascar hosts 2 fewer foreign missions than Laos. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Laos travel to Madagascar in one year?
The number of visitors from Laos visiting Madagascar in 2018 was approximately 29.
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Useful Information
- Antananarivo to Vientiane: 6772.04 km (4207.95 mi)
- Travel time: 14 hours 6 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025