Belgium Visa RequirementsFor Madagascar passport holders
Malagasy passport holders require a Schengen visa for Belgium. Applications are submitted through the Belgian embassy or a VFS Global centre. The visa covers all Schengen countries for up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
Madagascar passport holders require a visa to enter Belgium.
Contact the Belgian embassy in Antananarivo to schedule an appointment. Documents needed: valid passport (3 months beyond stay), travel insurance, round-trip booking, bank statements, and accommodation proof. Biometrics are collected at the time of application for first-time applicants.
Belgium is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Madagascar to Belgium: What You Need to Know
Belgium, as a Schengen member state, requires Madagascar passport holders to obtain a short-stay Schengen visa. There is no bilateral visa waiver agreement between Madagascar and Belgium. Standard Schengen documentary requirements apply to all applicants.
How to Get There
Travelers holding a valid Schengen visa from another member state issued within the last year may be able to use it for a Belgium visit if it remains valid. Check current rules before relying on this.
Money & Banking
Belgium uses the euro. Cards are widely accepted in Brussels and major cities. Cash is useful for markets and smaller towns. ATMs are plentiful.
Practical Tips
1. Submit your application a minimum of 15 days before travel, with 6 weeks recommended.
2. Ensure your travel insurance covers all Schengen states and has at least EUR 30,000 coverage.
3. Bank statements should show at least 3 months of regular transactions.
4. If Belgium is your main destination, apply there even if transiting through France.
5. A letter from an employer stating approved leave strengthens the application.