Mauritius
General visa requirements for travelling to Mauritius. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Tourist visa (Tourist Entry Authorization)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 180 days
- Processing time
- Check the official route before travel
- Fee
- Visas are stated as free where required
- Validity
- As granted by the official route
- Entry
- Single entry
Check whether the traveller is visa-free or visa-required. Tourist stays do not allow local work.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Tourism, family visits or other short stays approved by Mauritius's entry authority.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Host invitation or accommodation evidence may be requested.
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Official Mauritius entry application
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Vaccination certificate
Required vaccines: Yellow fever evidence where required by the route or arrival history
How to apply
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Document gathering
Prepare passport, purpose evidence and supporting documents before applying.
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Processing wait
Wait for the official route, mission or authority to assess the application.
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Visa collection
Carry the approval, eVisa, entry authorisation or visa evidence for boarding and arrival checks.