The 2019 Budget Bills for Madagascar

The bill dated 24 October 2018, establishes the 2019 Finance Act applicable to Madagascar. Various “priorities” have been outlined in this bill, ranging from social to economic issues. However, the broad outlook for 2019 in Madagascar offers renewed hope for the country’s development. The added value that...

ARE YOU IN NOSY BE? LET US GUIDE YOU THROUGH YOUR PROJECTS

Why invest in Nosy Be? White sandy beaches, turquoise waters, tropical forests, rich flora and fauna. Nosy Be is a haven of peace that attracts tourists from all over the world. This major asset attracts a high-end clientele. When you invest in Nosy Be, you’ll find a paradise. The...

Madagascar: an original and enriching choice for expatriation

Madagascar is a beautiful and vast island located in the Indian Ocean. Many foreigners are interested in the opportunity to spend their vacations there and others are thinking of settling there or expatriate to Madagascar permanently. This is not surprising because there are thousands of wonders to explore. Expatriation...

MADAGASCAR, AN ISLAND OF OPPORTUNITIES: WHY INVEST IN THE BIG ISLAND?

Long perceived as a complex emerging market, Madagascar is increasingly establishing itself as a land of opportunity for savvy investors. The Great Island offers remarkable growth potential, supported by unique economic, geographic, and human assets. For those seeking to diversify their assets or embark on a new entrepreneurial...

DOMICILIATION OF A COMPANY’S HEAD OFFICE

A domiciliation contract is an agreement between a company called the “domiciliataire” and another company called the “domiciliée”. This deed commits the domiciliary to establish the registered office of the domiciled company in its place of residence. GENERAL INFORMATION The services offered to the “domiciled” company include : telephone and...

Moving to Madagascar: Safety Guidelines You Need to Know

Before traveling abroad, it’s essential to take stock of your budget and find out about the climate and, of course, safety. For a tourist or expatriate project in Madagascar, we ask ourselves: is it dangerous to go there, is there anything to fear? These are all legitimate questions...

2017 finance law in Madagascar: the key highlights

On February 16, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Antananarivo hosted a conference-debate on Madagascar’s 2017 Finance Law. Key participants included: Iouri Garisse Razafindrakoto (Director of the Tax Administration), Jacques Solo Ndriantody (Director of Tax Legislation and Litigation), Dina Raharijaon (Tax Advisor), and Hery Nirina Andrianaivo (Director...

TAX REGISTRATION OF DEEDS IN MADAGASCAR

Any document executed within the territory of the Republic of Madagascar is subject to tax registration requirements. These include, among others, civil documents, extrajudicial documents, public documents, authenticated documents, and private documents. The Various Laws in Madagascar By definition: Civil records are documents that prove a person’s civil status, such...