Time Difference
Madagascar is two hours ahead of the GMT, following Eastern Africa Time (EAT) all year round. Daylight Saving Time is no longer in use so the clocks don't change throughout the year.
Money
The local currency in Madagascar is the Malagasy Ariary, with the Euro being the most widely accepted foreign currency. However, both US dollars and GBP are readily exchangeable. Money exchange services are available at banks, and local ATMs provide a convenient option for withdrawals. Banks operate from 8am to 4pm on weekdays, but remain closed on the day before public holidays and weekends.
Electricity
Madagascar works on a 220V supply voltage and uses plug types C and E. Plug type C features two round pins, while plug type E includes two round pins along with a socket for the male earthing pin. Although a voltage converter isn't necessary, a travel adapter is essential for your devices.
Shops and Amenities
Typically, shops in Madagascar are open from 8am to 12pm and from 2pm to 6pm, Monday to Saturday. Museums follow a schedule of 8am to 12pm and 2pm to 5pm from Monday to Friday. Parc Tsimbazaza's museum is open every day during the normal hours.
Media
There are six distinct television channels in the capital and over a hundred private radio stations, with Radio Nationale RNM and RFI being the sole broadcasters covering the entire island. Additionally, six daily newspapers are published in both French and Malagasy.
Post
Most Post Offices operate between 8am and 4pm, Monday to Friday, 8am- 11am on Saturdays and are closed on Sundays.
Phone
When calling the UK from Madagascar, use this dial sequence: 00 - 44 - Area Code - Landline Number or 00 - 44 - 10 Mobile Number.
Internet and Mobile Coverage
Madagascar has several internet providers with good coverage island wide. The mobile network spans the entire island, with notable reach in major cities such as Antananarivo, Antsirabe, Fianarantsoa, Tuléar, Majunga, Tamatave, Sainte-Marie, Sambava, Antalaha, Nosy-Be and Diégo-Suarez.
Currency
The local currency in Madagascar is the MGA (Malagasy Ariary).
