Importing and customs in Madagascar
To import into Madagascar you register with Direction Générale des Impôts (DGI)'s customs and pay any import duty plus TVA on the value of the goods. As a SADC Free Trade Area member, qualifying SADC-origin goods can enter at preferential — often zero — duty with a SADC Certificate of Origin.
Import basics
- 1 Register as an importer with Direction Générale des Impôts (DGI)'s customs.
- 2 Pay import duty and TVA on the customs value.
- 3 Claim SADC preference with a Certificate of Origin where goods qualify.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to register to import into Madagascar?
Yes — register with Direction Générale des Impôts (DGI)'s customs. Import duty and TVA apply on the value of goods.
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Reviewed June 2026 from official sources. General information only — confirm with Direction Générale des Impôts (DGI) or a registered professional.