Madagascar
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You will need a visa to enter Madagascar. You can get a tourist visa on arrival at the airport. See Visas
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Crime, insurance particularly robbery and theft is widespread in Madagascar. See Crime
Take great care and follow local advice in the south of the country. In the southern triangle between Ihosy, Toliara/Tuléar and Fort-Dauphin the security situation remains tense and the roads are in very poor condition. There have been several attacks on vehicles. If youtravelling choosein the area you’re advised to travel,use researcha yourrecognised destinationstour operator and getto appropriateavoid travelling at night. Avoid overnight stays in the countryside. You’re advised not to travel insurance.by Insurancetaxi-brousse (bush taxi). If you’re planning to travel to Fort Dauphin you should covertravel yourby itinerary,air plannedinstead activitiesof via the RN 13. See Local travel - Southern Madagascar
Although there’s no recent history of terrorism in Madagascar, attacks can’t be ruled out. See Terrorism
Piracy remains a significant threat in the Gulf of Aden and expensesIndian Ocean, and has occurred more than 1,000 nautical miles from the Somali coast. See River and sea travel
If you’re abroad and you need emergency help from the UK government, contact the nearest British embassy, consulate or high commission. Consular support may be limited in anparts emergency. of Madagascar.