AfricaShipping Heavy Equipment to Madagascar
Madagascar's mining sector, including nickel and cobalt, and agricultural industry drive equipment demand. The island nation is served by several ports around its extensive coastline.
Main Ports
- Port of Toamasina (Tamatave)
- Port of Ehoala (Fort Dauphin)
Shipping Methods
- RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off)
- Flat Rack Container
- Breakbulk
Key Regulations
- Bureau des Normes de Madagascar
- BSC (Bordereau de Suivi de Cargaison)
- Mining Sector Provisions
Common Cargo
- Mining Equipment
- Agricultural Machinery
- Construction Equipment
Main Ports in Madagascar
Port of Toamasina (Tamatave)
Major Seaport
Port of Ehoala (Fort Dauphin)
Mining Port
Shipping Routes & Transit Times to Madagascar
| From (US Port) | To | Service | Est. Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston, TX | Port of Toamasina (Tamatave) | Container / RoRo | 28–38 days |
Transit times are indicative port-to-port estimates and vary by carrier, season, and sailing schedule.
U.S. Departure Ports for Shipping to Madagascar
We ship to Madagascar (Port of Toamasina (Tamatave)) from every major U.S. port. Typical ocean transit is 28-38 days.
Gulf Coast
East Coast
Import Duty, VAT & Taxes for Madagascar
Madagascar applies a customs duty plus 20% VAT and excise on vehicles, with age-based charges. Toamasina (Tamatave) is the main port. Left-hand-drive market.
- Import Duty
- Customs duty by HS code
- VAT / Sales Tax
- 20%
- Other Taxes & Fees
- Excise by engine size; age-based charges
Source: Direction Générale des Douanes (Madagascar) · Last verified: June 2026
Import Regulations & Requirements
Bureau des Normes de Madagascar
Equipment must comply with Malagasy standards where applicable.
BSC (Bordereau de Suivi de Cargaison)
Cargo tracking document required for all imports.
Mining Sector Provisions
Mining equipment may benefit from special import provisions under mining codes.
Required Documentation
Customs & Clearance Notes for Madagascar
- Toamasina (Tamatave) is the main gateway; Ehoala (Fort Dauphin) serves the south.
- Left-hand-drive market.
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