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Do I need a visa to enter Mauritius?

Any tourist who wishes to stay longer than 3 months in Mauritius must also apply for a long-term visa at an embassy. However, the Mauritius visa policy is very liberal. Holders of passports issued by 115 countries or territories have been exempted from visas for a stay of 90 days.



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Requirements for Entry:
  1. Valid passport with at least one blank page.
  2. Evidence of onward/return travel.
  3. Proof of sufficient funds.


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A visa on arrival is valid for everyone, so everyone who wants to enter Mauritius can apply for a visa on arrival.

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Visas. UK passport holders don't need a visa to enter Mauritius. On arrival, your passport will be stamped allowing entry to the country for 60 days. You'll need to be able to provide evidence of onward or return travel.

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French citizens do not need a tourist visa when travelling to Mauritius in 2023. French passport holders can stay in Mauritius for a short period of time (for 90 days).

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As of September 2023, UK citizens can travel visa free to 184 countries and territories:
  • Albania.
  • American Samoa **
  • Andorra.
  • Anguilla.
  • Antigua and Barbuda.
  • Argentina.
  • Armenia.
  • Aruba.


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Mauritius can be very expensive if you stick to the hotels, especially 4 star upwards. Supermarket prices are the same as here, and rising with oil prices, so even basics are not as cheap as they were. A lot of people on the forum complain about the rip off prices in euros that hotels charge, and they are right.

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Courses or boosters usually advised: Tetanus. Other vaccines to consider: Hepatitis A; Hepatitis B; Typhoid. Selectively advised vaccines - only for those individuals at highest risk: none. No yellow fever vaccination certificate required for this country.

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In fact, there are well over 100 countries that Americans with passports can travel to, visa-free. With just a valid American passport, you can travel to most countries in Europe, Central and South America, and the Caribbean, as well as many other popular tourist destinations.

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What Does a Visa on Arrival Mean? A visa on arrival is simply a visa that is granted when you arrive in a foreign country. It is issued to foreign nationals who need a visa to enter the country but does not require them to apply in advance of travel. This is made available to travelers visiting for short-term visits.

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Mauritian Creole is a French-based Creole and estimated to be spoken by around 90% of the population. French is the language that tends to be used in education and media, while English is the official language in Parliament, however members can still speak French.

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The ideal way to experience the island's culture, natural beauty, and magnificent beaches in Mauritius should be done so safely and without fuss. To ensure a well-rounded journey, it is recommended that travelers stay on the island for at least 7 days and 6 nights, with time set out for both sightseeing and relaxing.

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Photo specs Required photo size: 45-50 mm in height and 35-40 mm in width. The photo must be in color. Head position: keep your head straight. Must not be older than 6 months.

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As of October 2023, US passport holders can travel visa free to 148 countries and territories:
  • Albania.
  • American Samoa.
  • Andorra.
  • Anguilla.
  • Antigua and Barbuda.
  • Argentina.
  • Armenia.
  • Aruba.


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