Scientific Research Visa
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Scientific Research Visa

Work Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

56-84 days

Application Fee

105 EUR

Stay Duration

1 to 2 years

Renewable

Varies

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

No

This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Long-stay visa for researchers conducting scientific studies in Madagascar. Requires research permit from Madagascar National Parks.

The scientific research visa enables international researchers to conduct studies in Madagascar's unique ecosystems. All foreign researchers must work under an Accord between their institution and Madagascar government.

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Requirements

Personal

Passport Validity

6 months

Criminal Record Policy

Clean record required

Professional

Required Skills

Research permit from the relevant Malagasy MinistryOfficial letter of invitation from a host institution in MadagascarDocument certifying selection for research

Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid passport

At least 6 months validity, 2 blank pages

Passport photos

Recent color photos

Research proposal

Detailed research plan

Institutional affiliation

Documentation from research institution

Research permit

From Madagascar National Parks

Collecting permit

If collecting biological specimens

Optional

Travel itinerary

With round-trip flights

Criminal record certificate

Good conduct document

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Advantages

  • Access to unique biodiversity
  • Research institution support
  • Renewable with project

Considerations

  • Requires Accord arrangement
  • Complex permit requirements
  • Long application timeline
  • Must support Malagasy researchers

Application Process

1

Research institution sponsorship

Secure arrangement through Madagascar research institution

2

Establish Accord

Ensure sponsoring organization has treaty with Madagascar government

3

Apply for research permit

Submit to Madagascar National Parks (MNP)

4

Apply for collecting permit

If collecting specimens, apply to Ministry of Environment

5

Embassy visa application

Submit research visa application at embassy

6

Pay visa fee

EUR 105

7

Receive research visa

Scientific research visa issued

Application Forms

Research Visa Application

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