How do I get a visa on arrival in Mauritius?

Mauritius Visa on Arrival
  1. Original Passport with at least 6 months validity and minimum 3 blank pages + all old passports if any.
  2. 2 Scanned recent color photographs.
  3. Confirmed return or onward flight tickets.
  4. Accommodation proof (hotel reservation or invitation letter if visiting someone in Mauritius)




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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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Tourist Visa Policy for Mauritius A Visa on arrival or an eVisa is also available for tourism purposes. It is an easy way to enter the country as it can be applied online.

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Application Procedure An average of five working days is required for processing applications and for a visa to be issued, provided all relevant documents are submitted.

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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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  • Follow-up procedure is required at arrival airports to get visa stamped, which takes more time of applicants.
  • More papers are needed during application submission and visa obtainment (2 passport photos, printed visa approval letter).
  • Visa fee is unfixed since it depends on the particular agency's services.


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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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Mauritius allows individuals over 50 years of age who remit a monthly income of no less than US$1,500 to obtain a 10-year residence permit in the country. After three years, the applicant is eligible for a 20-year permanent residence permit.

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When is the Best Time to Go to Mauritius? The best time to visit Mauritius is from May to December when the weather is cool, dry and sunny. Expect some of Africa's best beaches, fresh seafood and long, sundrenched days on a Mauritius holiday. The island has a classic tropical climate with warm weather year-round.

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