Netherlands Visa RequirementsFor Madagascar passport holders
Malagasy passport holders need a Schengen visa to enter the Netherlands. The Dutch embassy in Antananarivo processes applications. A valid Schengen visa from the Netherlands covers all 27 Schengen states for up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Madagascar passport holders require a visa to enter Netherlands.
Apply at the Dutch embassy in Antananarivo or through VFS Global. Documents: valid passport, completed Schengen form, travel insurance, accommodation and flight proof, and 3 months of bank statements. Biometrics required for first-time applicants. Processing takes up to 15 calendar days.
Netherlands 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 Netherlands: What You Need to Know
The Netherlands applies standard Schengen visa requirements to Madagascar passport holders. The Dutch embassy in Antananarivo has longstanding ties to the region. Amsterdam Schiphol is one of Europe's major transit hubs and a common entry point for Malagasy travelers heading to Europe.
How to Get There
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines offers direct connections between Antananarivo (TNR) and Amsterdam (AMS), making the Netherlands one of the most directly accessible European countries from Madagascar.
Money & Banking
The Netherlands uses the euro. Cards are widely accepted across the country. The Netherlands is highly cashless, especially in Amsterdam. ATMs are available for emergencies.
Practical Tips
1. Amsterdam Schiphol is a major transit hub; your Netherlands Schengen visa opens up travel across Europe.
2. Apply at least 6 weeks before your departure.
3. KLM operates flights between Antananarivo and Amsterdam making the Netherlands one of the most accessible European destinations from Madagascar.
4. Show sufficient funds of approximately EUR 50 per day.
5. Ensure travel insurance covers the entire Schengen Area.