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Madagascar customs export restrictions

Knowing export rules is crucial for all travelers, even if you're not traveling for business. While many focus on import regulations, export rules are equally important and can differ significantly.

Export rules govern what you can and cannot take with you when leaving Madagascar. Before leaving Madagascar make sure to check the allowance and limits for the next things:

  • Alcohol and tobacco
  • Currency
  • Cultural artifacts
  • Plants, fruits, vegetables and other agricultural products

Check the information below to be sure that you are complying with Madagascar customs regulations. If you are looking for the import rules visit the Import regulations page.

Export regulations in Madagascar

Items Free to Export

  • Travellers may export up to Ar400,000.
  • Foreign currencies of over EUR 7500 (or its foreign equivalent) must be declared to customs.
  • Residents may export up to 250g of jewellery.
  • Non-residents may export up to 1kg of jewellery, subject to presentation of a declaration of exchange corresponding to the value of the jewellery.
  • 2kg of prepared vanilla.
  • 5kg of dry seed.
  • 1kg of onions.
  • 1kg of pepper.
  • 1kg of coffee.
  • 5kg of meat (frozen, chilled, or dried).

Prohibited Items

The following are goods which cannot be taken out of the country:

  • Waste and scrap products.

Restricted Items

These goods are strictly regulated, and in most cases require a permit to be obtained prior to departure:

  • Protected species and products protected under CITES require a permit for export.
  • Plants and animal products require a phytosanitary certificate for export.
  • Livestock and other live animals (including pets) require a health certificate for export.

For further information, please visit Malagasy Customs.

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