Spain visa for Malagasy citizens

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To visit Ibiza, Menorca or Formentera, Malagasy citizens must obtain a short-stay Schengen visa before departure. The visa allows up to 90 days in any 180-day period across Spain and other Schengen countries. Applications are handled by Spain’s consulate or its authorised visa centre in Madagascar.

What the visa means in practice

The Schengen visa covers tourism, family visits, or short business trips. It permits travel within the Schengen area without internal border checks. Once issued, it does not guarantee entry into Spain; border officers may refuse admission if conditions are not met.

The visa sticker in the passport states the start and end dates of validity and the number of days allowed. Travel must happen within those dates. Overstaying can lead to fines, deportation, or future visa refusal.

Before you travel and at the border

Apply at the Spanish consulate or the visa centre it uses in Madagascar well before the intended journey. The application requires a completed form, a valid passport, recent photographs, travel insurance, proof of accommodation and means of subsistence, and a confirmed return flight.

At the border, present the valid visa and supporting documents. Border officers may ask for evidence of accommodation in the Balearic Islands, return tickets, or sufficient funds. Children travelling alone or with one parent should carry parental authorisation documents.

Arriving on the islands

Fly into Ibiza Airport (IBZ) or Menorca Airport (MAH) from mainland Spain or other Schengen countries. Formentera has no airport; reach it by ferry from Ibiza. Mallorca serves as a transit point for connecting flights or ferries to the other islands.

At the airport or port, have travel documents ready. Carry a copy of the visa, passport, and accommodation booking during the stay. The visa permits free movement within the islands once admitted.

Staying longer, working or studying

The Schengen short-stay visa is not for long-term stays, employment, or study. For stays exceeding 90 days, apply for a national visa (Type D) or a residence permit through the Spanish consulate in Madagascar before travelling.

Students and workers must meet specific requirements under Spanish immigration law. Check the official website of Spain’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the latest procedures and conditions.

How to apply

1. Determine where to apply: the Spanish consulate or its visa centre in Madagascar.
2. Book an appointment online or by phone with the consulate or visa centre.
3. Prepare the required documents as per the official checklist.
4. Attend the appointment to submit the application and provide biometric data.
5. Wait for the application to be processed; check the consulate’s updates.
6. Collect the passport with the visa decision or have it delivered if offered.
7. Travel with the valid visa and supporting documents to the Balearic Islands.

Documents

• Valid passport (valid at least three months beyond departure from Schengen).
• Completed and signed Schengen visa application form.
• Recent passport-size photographs meeting Schengen standards.
• Travel health insurance covering medical emergencies in Schengen.
• Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings or invitation letter).
• Proof of means of subsistence and a confirmed return flight ticket.

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