Yes, absolutely. As long as you hold a valid passport and a current UAE residence visa (employment visa, spouse visa, or investor visa), you're eligible to apply for a Madagascar visa from Dubai. We process applications for all expat nationalities working in the UAE, including Indian, Filipino, Pakistani, and Western passport holders. Your UAE residency status actually strengthens your application because it shows you have ties and a legitimate reason to return to the UAE.

You'll need your original passport with at least 6 months validity, a completed visa application form, one passport-sized photograph (4x6 cm), a copy of your UAE residence visa (Emirates ID or employment visa page), and proof of accommodation in Madagascar such as a hotel booking or invitation letter. If you're employed, a no-objection letter from your employer is helpful but not always mandatory. We'll provide you with a complete checklist when you contact us via WhatsApp, and our team can guide you on exactly which documents your specific nationality requires.

Our standard Madagascar e-visa processing starts at AED 650, which includes our service fee and the official visa fee combined. If you need urgent processing (3–5 days instead of 7 days), there's an additional charge of around AED 200. We also offer FREE pickup and delivery of your documents anywhere in Dubai, so there are no hidden courier costs. The final price may vary slightly depending on your nationality and whether you need any expedited services.

Yes, that's one of our main services. You don't need to visit VFS Global or any visa centre yourself. Simply provide us with your documents (we'll pick them up from your home or office for free), and we'll handle the entire submission to the Madagascar consulate or processing centre on your behalf. This saves you time and the hassle of queuing, and you can track your application status through us via WhatsApp.

A Madagascar e-visa is an electronically approved visa that's emailed to you as a PDF and is valid for 15 days from issue; it's faster (7 days processing) and more convenient for short trips. A sticker visa is physically stamped in your passport and typically lasts 30 days but takes longer to process and requires a trip to the embassy. From Dubai, we primarily process e-visas because they're quicker and sufficient for most tourists and short-term visitors. If you need a longer stay or prefer a physical stamp, we can advise you on the sticker option, but processing would take 10–14 days.

Our standard processing time is 7 business days from the date we submit your complete application to the Madagascar authorities. Urgent processing is available at an additional cost and reduces this to 3–5 business days, which is ideal if you're traveling soon. Once approved, you'll receive your e-visa via email within hours, and we'll also deliver a printed copy to you in Dubai if needed. Public holidays in Madagascar may occasionally add a day or two, but we'll keep you updated via WhatsApp throughout.

Visa on arrival in Madagascar is technically available, but it's riskier and more expensive than applying beforehand from Dubai. On-arrival visas cost around USD 35–50, but you must wait in a queue at the airport, risk being denied entry if documentation is incomplete, and may face delays that ruin your schedule. Applying through Green Apple at AED 650 before you travel is cheaper overall when you factor in our free delivery service, guarantees approval before departure, and saves you hassle at the airport. We recommend the pre-approved e-visa route for peace of mind.

Standard Madagascar e-visas processed from Dubai are single-entry, meaning you can enter Madagascar once during the visa's 15-day validity period. Multiple-entry visas do exist but must typically be arranged through the Madagascar embassy in your country of origin, not through the UAE processing centre. If you need to enter and exit Madagascar multiple times, you'll need to either apply for separate single-entry visas or contact the embassy directly for special multi-entry arrangements, which we can help facilitate.

Rejections are rare if your documents are complete and your passport is valid, but they can happen for reasons like insufficient funds, passport validity issues, or incomplete information. Our service fee (approximately AED 150–200 of the AED 650) is non-refundable as it covers our processing work, but the official visa fee portion may be refundable depending on the reason for rejection. We'll immediately inform you of any rejection via WhatsApp and advise you on corrections needed for a resubmission. To minimize rejection risk, we thoroughly review all documents before submission.

Yes, that's exactly why Green Apple exists. You don't need to be physically present in Dubai to apply; your family member or employer can provide us with your documents, we'll handle pickup and submission, and you'll receive updates and your visa via email wherever you are. This is especially useful for expats traveling or on leave. Simply contact us on WhatsApp with your details and documents, and we'll coordinate everything remotely while you're abroad.