Visa information

Types of Mauritian Visas

Tourist Visa

A Tourist Visa permits non-citizens to enjoy a short vacation in Mauritius. Depending on Immigration requirements, a maximum stay of up to six months may be granted in a calendar year on a case-by-case basis.

Business Visa

The Business Visa is designed for non-citizens seeking to travel to Mauritius for business or investment purposes.

Businesspersons can stay for a maximum of 120 days in a calendar year, with individual trips not exceeding 90 days.

Visitors under this visa category should not receive remuneration in Mauritius.

Social Visa

A Social Visa is granted to non-citizens sponsored by socio-cultural organisations. This visa allows a maximum stay of 45 days and is for the purpose of engaging in social and religious activities.

Those traveling to Mauritius for religious purposes must apply for and obtain a social visa before their journey.

Multiple Entry Visa

A Multiple Entry Visa is granted only to foreign businesspersons with business interests in Mauritius who require a visa before traveling.

For the purpose of business facilitation, genuine business individuals may receive a multiple-entry visa for a maximum of 120 days within a calendar year, with each trip not exceeding 90 days.

Transit Visa

The Transit Visa is for passengers transiting to another country within 24-hours.

Medical Visa

The Medical Visa is intended for foreign nationals seeking medical treatment at private healthcare institutions that are registered with the Ministry of Health and Quality of Life under the Private Health Institutions Act.

Medical visas are granted upon arrival and are valid for the duration of the medical treatment, not exceeding 6 months.

Visa Exemptions

The following are exempted from Mauritian Visa Regulations:

1. Citizens of Mauritius;
2. Persons who are residents of Mauritius under the Immigration Act;
3. The Spouse of a citizen of Mauritius;
4. The child or stepchild or lawfully adopted child of citizens of Mauritius or persons who are residents of Mauritius under the Immigration Act;
5. Holders of Diplomatic Passports other than those issued by the Government of Afghanistan, Iraq, Kosovo, Libya, Palestine State, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria and Yemen;
6. Crew of a vessel travelling on duty or in transit to join another vessel;
7. Holders of Laissez-passer issued by the United Nations, COMESA, SADC or other internationally recognised organisations;
8. Holders of passport issued by the INTERPOL who come to Mauritius on official mission;
9. Holders of Laissez-passer issued by the African Reinsurance Corporation and the African Development Bank Group in Respect of their directors, officers or employees travelling to Mauritius on official mission;
10. Holders of passport issued by Governments of countries belonging to the European Union; and
11. Persons who intend to remain in Mauritius only during the stay of a vessel by which they arrive and depart.

Documents Required for Visa Application

When applying for a visa, you need to submit the following documents:

• A completed visa application form, signed by you.
  (Download the Application Form from the Passport and Immigration Office Website)
• Two recent passport-sized photos of yourself.
• A photocopy of the data pages of your passport.
• If you are not residing in your country of origin, you must provide a copy of your Residence Permit, which should be valid for at least three months beyond your proposed departure date from Mauritius.
• A copy of your ticket to your country of origin or residence.
• A copy of your bank statement for the last three months.
• Proof of hotel accommodation during your stay in Mauritius.
• If you are sponsored by a Mauritian citizen for accommodation, you need to provide evidence of sponsorship, a copy of the sponsor's ID, and proof of address.
• For a business visa, include a letter from your local sponsor or company.
• If you are a minor (under 18 years old), provide a consent letter from your parents, a copy of your birth certificate, and copies of your parents' passports.
• Any additional documents requested by the Passport and Immigration Office.

Note:

• Visas are issued, to the extent possible, within five (5) working days, subject to the submission of complete application requirements.
• You are requested to apply at least one month prior to their travel.
• A visa does not guarantee admission into Mauritius. The final decision to admit a passenger rests with the Immigration Officer after examination at the point of entry in Mauritius.
• You should wait for the outcome of your application before undertaking any travel to Mauritius.