Formalities and procedures to come on vacation to Mauritius

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Formalities and procedures to come on vacation to Mauritius

(Updated in 04/2025, please visit the official French government website for all information and to check for any updates to entry requirements:) France Diplomacy )

For French travelers

Return ticket: It is necessary to have a return or travel continuation ticket to be admitted to the Mauritian territory.

Authorization to leave the territory for minors: since January 15, 2017, any minor, French or foreign residing in France, traveling outside France not accompanied by a person holding parental authority, must be provided with an authorization to leave the territory.

Identity documents and visa

Passport :

  • A valid passport is compulsory
  • The validity duration must cover the entire planned stay
  • No minimum period of validity beyond the stay is officially required, but it is recommended that your passport is valid at least 6 months after your return date

Visa :

  • French nationals benefit from an exemption from visa for tourist stays up to 90 days
  • Upon arrival, a tourist residence permit (Visitor's allowed) is issued free of charge
  • This permit cannot be extended unless exceptional circumstances

Formalities on arrival

Landing card :

  • To be completed on the plane or upon arrival at the airport
  • Required information: personal contact details, flight number, stay of the stay in Mauritius, scheduled duration of the stay

Our advice : Fill the document online before coming to Mauritius, you will save a lot of time and it is less stress, the form is to be completed on this site: https://safemauritius.govmu.org/

Also remember to get your accommodation letter (or letter of accommodation) from your host.

Health checks :

  • Health requirements can evolve. It is advisable to verify the latest information on the French Embassy website in Mauritius or on the Mauritian government's website

Customs

Currencies :

  • Mandatory declaration for any amount greater than 500,000 Mauritian rupees (around € 10,000)
  • No restriction for the import or export of foreign currencies

Prohibited or regulated products :

  • Fruits, plants, seeds (subject to phytosanitary restriction)
  • Drugs and drugs
  • Weapons and ammunition (unless prior authorization)
  • More than 250 cigarettes or 250g of tobacco
  • Over a liter of spirits

For travelers of other nationalities

European Union

The nationals of the EU member countries benefit from the same conditions as the French:

  • Valid passport
  • Visa exemption for tourist stays up to 90 days

United Kingdom

  • Valid passport for the duration of the stay
  • Visa exemption for tourist stays up to 90 days

United States and Canada

  • Valid passport for the duration of the stay
  • Visa exemption for tourist stays up to 90 days
  • Back or continuation of the compulsory trip

Australia and New Zealand

  • Valid passport for the duration of the stay
  • Visa exemption for tourist stays up to 90 days

BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa)

Brazil and Russia :

  • Valid passport for the duration of the stay
  • Visa exemption for tourist stays up to 90 days

India :

  • Passport valid at least 6 months after the entry date
  • Visa exemption for tourist stays up to 90 days

China :

  • Passport valid at least 6 months after the entry date
  • Visa required before departure, except for certain categories of visitors or during temporary exemption promotions

South Africa :

  • Valid passport for the duration of the stay
  • Visa exemption for tourist stays up to 90 days

Other countries

For nationals of other countries, it is recommended to:

  • Consult the official Mauritian immigration website:passport.govmu.org
  • Contact the Embassy or the Mauritius Consulate in your country of residence
  • Check if an early visa request is necessary

Health preparations

Vaccinations

Compulsory :

  • No vaccination is mandatory, unless you come from an area where yellow fever is endemic

Recommended :

  • Usual vaccine update (diphtheria, tetanus, polio, dick, hepatitis B)
  • Hepatitis A
  • Typhoid for prolonged stays or in precarious hygiene conditions

Travel insurance

Recommended coverage :

  • Medical costs abroad
  • Health repatriation
  • Liability
  • Trip cancellation

Attention points :

  • Check the cover of sports activities (diving, hiking, etc.)
  • Ensure that the reimbursement ceilings are sufficient
  • Keep a copy of the contract and the emergency numbers with you

Specific precautions

Driving

If you plan to drive in Mauritius:

  • Recommended international driving license, in addition to your national license
  • Left -handed driving
  • Speed ​​limitation: generally 80 km/h on the main roads, 110 km/h on motorways

Telecommunications

Means of payment

  • The international bank card is widely accepted in tourist hotels and shops
  • Automatic distributors available in the main cities
  • Local currency is the Mauritian Roupie (wall)
  • Possibility of exchange at the airport, in banks and exchange offices

Procedures before departure

Consular registration

For the French:

  • Registration in the French register established outside France is recommended for stays of more than 6 months
  • For shorter stays, registration on the Ariane site of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs recommended

Prepare your trip

  • Check the weather conditions (beware of the cyclonic season from November to April)
  • Find out about local habits and customs
  • Note the contact details of the Embassy or Consulate of your country in Mauritius
  • Make a photocopy of your important documents and store them separately (or digital version)

Travel with minor children

  • Same identity documents as adults (passport)
  • Authorization to leave the territory for minors traveling without their parents (according to legislation of the country of origin)

In an emergency

Useful numbers :

  • Police: 999 or 112
  • SAMU: 114
  • Firefighters: 115
  • Tourist information center: (+230) 210 1545

French Embassy :

  • Address: 14 rue Saint Georges, Port-Louis
  • Telephone: (+230) 202 0100
  • Website:Mu.Ambafrance.org

Useful links

Important warning: The entry requirements presented are for informational purposes only and may change without notice. Each traveler must verify the entry requirements applicable to their nationality and specific circumstances with the relevant Mauritian authorities or their airline before departure. The author and publisher cannot be held responsible for the consequences of being denied boarding or entry into Mauritius due to incomplete or outdated information.