What do I have to declare at customs Mauritius?

On arrival to Mauritius, passengers on international flights must declare the following items to customs: goods that may be prohibited or restricted, such as weapons, agricultural products, articles, wildlife products, pharmaceutical products or illicit drugs ( import restrictions )



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On arrival to Mauritius, passengers on international flights must declare the following items to customs: goods that may be prohibited or restricted, such as weapons, agricultural products, articles, wildlife products, pharmaceutical products or illicit drugs ( import restrictions )

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All travelers must complete a CBP Declaration Form 6059B itemizing all purchased merchandise and agricultural products. Here are your options: Complete a paper form that may be obtained at the port of entry or on the flight or cruise.

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There are no restrictions on the import or export of foreign currency on arrival or departure. Sums exceeding or equivalent to Rp500,000 must be declared on arrival and on departure and a proof of origin and the intended use must be stated on leaving the country.

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You can use credit cards in most places, but you'll still want some cash for markets and tipping. Occasionally sterling and dollars may be used when paying in tourist areas, but the locals prefer rupees where possible.

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Most countries require travellers to complete a customs declaration form when bringing notified goods (alcoholic drinks, tobacco products, animals, fresh food, plant material, seeds, soils, meats, and animal products) across international borders.

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The official currency is the Mauritian Rupee - not the dollar and not the Euro. Some people have tipped in dollars or euros - much to the consternation of the recipients in Mauritius as these currencies are totally useless to the average Mauritian worker and they have to ask tourists to change these dollars into MUR.

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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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Keep copies of important documents, including passports, separately. There have been reports of burglaries at villas where tourists have been staying. Make sure accommodation and hotel rooms are secure. Avoid renting accommodation that isn't registered with the Mauritius Tourism Authority.

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You can bring your medication in pill or solid form in unlimited amounts as long as it is screened. You can travel with your medication in both carry-on and checked baggage. It's highly recommended you place these items in your carry-on in the event that you need immediate access.

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Medication is usually screened by X-ray; however, if a passenger does not want a medication X-rayed, he or she may ask for a visual inspection instead. This request must be made before any items are sent through the X-ray tunnel.

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Officials at customs and immigration are checking travelers for things like whether they have the right documents to be in the country, whether they're legally allowed to be there, and whether they're bringing anything illegal with them.

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You are not required to declare or notify TSA of your vitamins in your luggage. The only exceptions are with liquid supplements or powders over 12 oz (350 mL), the latter of which you need to place in a separate bin during the X-ray screening process.

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