The Madagascar Urgent Visa should be distinguished from the standard tourist eVisa process. The official tourist eVisa platform states that an electronic travel authorization is issued no later than 72 hours after validation of the online registration. It does not currently advertise a separate expedited tourist eVisa category with a guaranteed shorter processing time. Travelers with urgent plans should therefore complete the application accurately and as early as possible within the permitted application window, which is from one week to six months before departure. For non-tourist or long-stay purposes, separate visa procedures may apply through Madagascar's diplomatic authorities. Applicants should verify the current process before relying on any third-party service claiming guaranteed urgent approval or accelerated government processing.