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Mauritius tourist visa

Your passport determines whether you can visit without a visa, get a visa on arrival, or need to apply before travelling.

Ways to get a Mauritius tourist visa

  1. Visa-free entry with an ordinary passport

    No visa needed

    Citizens of all European Union member states and the other listed countries and territories qualify.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days per visit. Tourist stays must not exceed 180 days per calendar year.

    Passports that qualify (113)

  2. Visa on arrival for 60 days

    Visa on arrival

    Citizens of the listed countries and territories can get a visa when they arrive.

    Stay
    60 days.

  4. Visa before travel

    Visa needed

    Citizens of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Guyana, Iraq, Kosovo, Libya, Laos, Mali, North Korea, Pakistan, Palestine, the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria and Yemen must apply before travelling.

    1. Apply for a visa at a Mauritian diplomatic mission.
    2. Obtain your visa before travelling to Mauritius.

  5. Visa-free entry for special passports and travel documents

    No visa needed

    Eligible diplomatic or official/service passport holders, recognised travel-document holders and certain vessel travellers qualify.

    Stay
    Generally 90 days. Mainland Chinese diplomatic and official/service passport holders get up to 60 days.

Who needs it

Visitors who do not qualify for visa-free entry or a visa on arrival must get a visa before travelling.

Who doesn't

Citizens of the listed visa-exempt countries and territories can visit without a visa for up to 90 days per visit, with a tourist limit of 180 days per calendar year.

What to bring

  • Proof of funds of at least US$100 per day.
  • Confirmed hotel reservation.
  • Documents required for your next destination.
  • Mauritius All-In-One Travel Form, completed online or on arrival.

Good to know

  • Have enough money to cover your stay.
  • Follow the stay limit that applies to your entry permission.
  • The Mauritius All-In-One Travel Form is required for entry.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Mauritius?

Visitors who do not qualify for visa-free entry or a visa on arrival must get a visa before travelling. Citizens of the listed visa-exempt countries and territories can visit without a visa for up to 90 days per visit, with a tourist limit of 180 days per calendar year.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Mauritius?

There are 5 options: Visa-free entry with an ordinary passport (no visa at all); Visa on arrival for 60 days (a visa at the border); Visa on arrival for two weeks (a visa at the border); Visa before travel (a visa from an embassy); Visa-free entry for special passports and travel documents (no visa at all).

Who can go to Mauritius without a tourist visa?

Citizens of all European Union member states and the other listed countries and territories qualify. Eligible diplomatic or official/service passport holders, recognised travel-document holders and certain vessel travellers qualify.

How long can I stay on a Mauritius tourist visa?

Visa-free entry: up to 90 days per visit, with a maximum of 180 tourist days per calendar year.

What documents do I need for a Mauritius tourist visa?

Proof of funds of at least US$100 per day.; Confirmed hotel reservation.; Documents required for your next destination.; Mauritius All-In-One Travel Form, completed online or on arrival..

What rules do I have to follow on a Mauritius tourist visa?

Have enough money to cover your stay. Follow the stay limit that applies to your entry permission.

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist visa for Mauritius?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Mauritius visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a tourist visa for Mauritius be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Mauritius tourist visa rules?

On Mauritius's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my tourist visa once I am in Mauritius?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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