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Madagascar

Investor Residence Permit

Min. Investment

$150,000

Processing Time

2-3 months

Visa-Free Access

58 countries

Program Type

residency by investment

About This Program

Madagascar's investor residence permit operates through the Transformable Visa (VT) system. While there is no officially branded golden visa program, foreign investors who commit approximately $150,000 to approved activities and create local employment can obtain renewable residence permits. Madagascar is the world's fourth-largest island and one of the planet's most biodiverse places - 90% of its wildlife is found nowhere else. This makes it uniquely positioned for eco-tourism, sustainable agriculture, and conservation investments. The vanilla industry (Madagascar produces 80% of the world's supply), gemstones, and a growing technology sector offer diverse investment opportunities.

Investment Options

Business investmentApproved development projectsAgricultural ventures

Key Benefits

Residence via Transformable Visa (VT)
Access to unique biodiversity and eco-tourism market
Low cost of living
French-speaking (gateway to Francophone Africa)
Growing vanilla, cocoa, and gemstone industries
One of the world's most unique natural environments

Requirements

~$150,000 in approved investment activities
Job creation for Malagasy citizens
Business registration
Clean criminal record
Valid passport

Lifestyle & Living

Madagascar is unlike anywhere else on Earth - lemurs, baobab trees, rainforests, and coral reefs create a natural wonderland. The capital Antananarivo sits on a highland plateau with a pleasant climate. French and Malagasy are spoken, the food blends African, Asian, and French influences, and the cost of living is very affordable.

Tax Benefits

Madagascar's corporate tax rate is 20% - lower than most African countries. Tax incentives are available through the Economic Development Board of Madagascar (EDBM) for investments in free zones, agriculture, mining, and tourism. Free zone enterprises can benefit from 0% tax on exports.

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