What Is Living in Madagascar Like for Expats?

From the rainforests and hills to the beaches and clear waters, Madagascar has plenty to offer all who live there. Over 5% of the world's wildlife species can be found in Madagascar, and its diversity doesn't end there. Known locally as Tana, the capital city Antananarivo is the country's economic hub. Madagascar expats often move there as part of the oil, gas, or tourism industries, but there are excellent opportunities in farming and agriculture also. Madagascar's chief exports are coffee and vanilla, and private companies also have impressive stakes in nickel mines. Benefits of living in Madagascar include low living costs, low rental prices, and year-round glorious weather with plenty of space for children to run around in. Although the expat community in Tana isn't large, dedicated compounds offer all the home comforts you could wish for. The American School of Antananarivo has excellent standards, and restaurants like La Varangue offer delicious dishes from around the world.

InterNations is the largest global network for expatriates, with communities in 420 cities around the world. Meet fellow global minds in your city of residence or get to know local expatriates before you're moving or traveling abroad and never feel like a stranger. InterNations makes it easy for you to stay in touch with your expat friends, both online and offline, so you can grow your network of friends and contacts from all over the world. Whether they live in Dubai or Riyadh, InterNations allows you to be close to them even if they are miles away.

Find Friends and Build Your Network in Madagascar with InterNations!

Here at InterNations, we offer a safe community where you can explore life as an expatriate in Madagascar and meet other international people both online and offline. Our dedicated members can answer all of your burning questions, including, "how do I keep my family healthy?" and "which is the best school for my children?". Once you've settled in, you can begin contributing to InterNations yourself. By engaging in our community by attending our social events for some fun and networking, you'll meet your fellow expats living and working in Madagascar. You can also join some of our groups, which offer activities such as coffee evenings and wine tasting. If you don't see your favorite hobby or interest represented, feel free to open your own group! By turning to the InterNations Madagascar Community, you'll gain an insight into life for expats in Madagascar from those who already have experience and fill up your social schedule in no time.