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From 76702.1202@CompuServe.COM Wed Jan 6 18:21:04 1993
Newsgroups: wstd.travel.advisories
From: 76702.1202@CompuServe.COM (Charlie Smith)
Subject: *NEW* TRAVEL INFORMATION -- Madagascar
Organization: The World @ Software Tool & Die
Distribution: wstd
Date: Wed, 6 Jan 1993 15:59:20 GMT
STATE DEPARTMENT TRAVEL INFORMATION - Madagascar
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Madagascar - Consular Information Sheet
December 24, 1992
Embassy Location: The U.S. Embassy is located in the capital city
of Antananarivo, at 14 and 16 Rue Rainitovo, Antsahavola. The
mailing address is B.P. 620, Antananarivo, Antsahavola, Madagascar.
The telephone numbers are (261-2) 212-57, 200-89 or 207-18.
Country Description: Madagascar is a developing island nation off
the east coast of Africa. Facilities for tourism are available, but
vary in quality.
Entry Requirements: Passports and visas are required. Evidence of
yellow fever and cholera immunizations must be submitted. For
additional entry information, the traveler can contact the Embassy
of the Democratic Republic of Madagascar, 2374 Massachusetts Avenue
N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, telephone (202) 265-5525/6. There are
also Madagascar consulates in New York, Philadelphia and Palo Alto,
with telephone numbers respectively of (212) 986-9491, (215)
893-3067, and (415) 323-7113.
Areas of Instability: Madagascar is in a period of political
transition, following a constitutional referendum and elections in
the summer and fall of 1992. Travel conditions in Madagascar, which
were unsettled during the summer and fall of 1991, have stabilized
appreciably, with domestic and international air services operating
normally. Goods and services, which include banking, are regularly
available.
Medical Facilities: Medical facilities are minimal. Many
medicines are unavailable. Doctors and hospitals often expect
immediate cash payment for health care services. U.S. medical
insurance is not always valid outside the United States. In some
cases, supplemental medical insurance with specific overseas
coverage has proved useful. Information on health matters can be
obtained from the Centers for Disease Control's international
travelers hotline, telephone (404) 332-4559.
Information on Crime: Street crime poses a risk for visitors,
especially in the city of Antananarivo. Reported incidents include
muggings ad purse snatchings. These crimes generally occur in or
near public mass transit systems, and against individuals walking at
night in the Antananarivo city center. Useful information on
safeguarding valuables and protecting personal security while
traveling abroad is provided in the pamphlet, "A Safe Trip Abroad,"
available from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government
Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.
Demonstrations: During the current period of political transition,
there has been an increase in political activity, including party
rallies. There have been instances of politically inspired violent
confrontation, particularly in the provincial cities of Tamatave,
Tulear, and Diego Suarez. Foreigners who remain near, or photograph
political gatherings or demonstrations, especially in towns outside
Antananarivo, may be at risk.
Drug Penalties: Penalties for possession, use or trafficking in
illegal drugs are strict and convicted offenders can expect jail
sentences and fines.
Tips for Travelers: The Department of State publication "Tips for
Travelers to Sub-Saharan Africa" includes general information on
travel in the region. It is available from the Superintendent of
Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.
Registration: U.S. citizens who register at the U.S. Embassy in
Antananarivo can obtain updated information on travel and security
within Madagascar.
No. 92-151
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