Visitor Visa

Visa Requirement Country-wise S/No COUNTRY REQUIREMENT

1 Afghanistan Visa required prior to travel. 2 Albania Visa for sixty days on arrival 3 Algeria Visa for two weeks on arrival

5 Angola No visa required

Persons not requiring a Visa to enter Mauritius The following are exempted from Visa Regulations:- Citizens of Mauritius; Persons who are residents of Mauritius under the Immigration Act; The Spouse of a citizen of Mauritius;

Holders of passport issued by Governments of countries belonging to the European Union; and

(a) a tourist or other visitor or person coming for business;

The tourist visa allows a non- citizen to visit Mauritius for a short time on vacation.

The Business visa allows a non-citizen to travel to Mauritius for the purpose of establishing or conducting a business or investment.

Social visa is granted to non-citizens sponsored by socio-cultural organizations for a maximum period of 45 days to carry out social and religious activities.

Medical visa is granted to foreign nationals coming to Mauritius for medical treatment to be provided in private health care institutions which are duly registered with the Ministry of Health and Quality of Life under the Private Health Institutions Act.

Not engage in any gainful activity without a valid residence permit;

The final decision to admit a non-citizen rests with the Immigration Officer after examination at the point of entry in Mauritius. He/she decides how long the person can stay for any particular visit.

The maximum period of (six) months may be granted in a calendar year on a case to case basis, subject to Immigration requirements.

Businessman are entitled for a maximum of 120 days in a calendar year provided that during each trip the maximum stay does not exceed 90 days and that the non-citizen is not remunerated in Mauritius.

For business facilitation, bona fide business persons may be granted multiple-entry visa subject to a maximum of 120 days in a calendar year and provided the stay during each trip does not exceed 90 days.

Medical visa is granted on arrival for the duration of treatment, but not exceeding six (6) months.

Every person entering Mauritius shall Hold a Passport or any other recognized travel document, which is valid beyond the intended period of stay; Hold a valid return passage ticket to travel back to his/her country of origin or residence; Be eligible to re-enter his/her country of origin or residence; Have adequate funds to meet the cost of his/her stay; Have a confirmed hotel booking or sponsorship for accommodation;

Copy of reservation passage ticket to country of origin or residence. Copy of bank statement for the last month Hotel (reservation) for accommodation:-Name of Hotel/Apartment/Guest house – Telephone Number and email address. if sponsored by a citizen of Mauritius or foreign resident- to produce evidence of sponsorship, Copy of ID/Passport, Residence permit, proof of address and recent Bank statement.

Applicant should apply for a visa through our Diplomatic / Consulate Representatives. Where there is no Diplomatic / Consulate Representatives, application to be submitted at Air Mauritius office. In the absence of the above offices, application to be submitted through mail on piovisa@govmu.org

Visa will be issued as far as practicable within a period of twelve (12) working days subject to submission of complete application requirements. Applicant is requested to apply for visa at least one month prior to 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.

Visa is free of cost

(3) The immigration officer may, with the approval of the Minister, vary the conditions attached to the admission of the person under subsection (1) to Mauritius or extend or limit the period of his stay in Mauritius.

Documents to be submitted when applying for the Extension of a Visa. Visa Extension Application Form duly filled and signed by applicant Photocopy of the Bio data page of applicant’s passport + Page on which Arrival Stamp has been affixed, Copy of Ticket reservation, Upon approval , confirmed ticket should be produced, Bank statement for the last three months, Have a confirmed booking for accommodation in Mauritius. If sponsored by a local counterpart, latter to submit:- (a) A letter of sponsorship stating : (i) Name and address ; (ii) Telephone number; (iii) Profession; and (iv) Relationship with the applicant. (b) National Identity Card / Copy of passport. (c) Utility Bill (CWA/CEB/Telephone Bill). (d) Lease Agreement (where applicable).

(e) Bank statement for the last three months. Additional documents For business purposes:- Letter from local sponsor/company Minors:- A consent letter from parents/legal guardian authorizing the extension of stay for the required period together with copy of Birth certificate of applicant and copy of passport of parents. Any other documents as may be required by this office. NOTE Applicants should call personally