Mauritius visas
Whether you need a visa for Mauritius depends on your nationality and the purpose and length of your stay: many nationalities enter visa-free as tourists, while others must obtain a visa before travel. Short visits are handled by the Passport and Immigration Office (PIO), while living, working, investing or retiring in Mauritius is arranged through Occupation Permits, Residence Permits and the Premium Visa issued with the Economic Development Board (EDB). Always confirm your specific requirement with the PIO before booking travel, as an issued visa does not by itself guarantee admission at the port of entry.
Mauritian visa categories
Explore visa categories by the purpose of your trip.
- Visitor & short-stay visasShort stays in Mauritius — tourism, visiting family or friends, business visits and transit, plus any visa-free or e-visa options.4 visas
- Work visasComing to Mauritius to work — the employment and skilled-worker routes and the permits they require.2 visas
- Study visasStudying in Mauritius — student visas and permits for accepted students.1 visa
- Family visasJoining or sponsoring a partner, child or other relative in Mauritius.1 visa
- Business & investor visasInvesting, doing business or coming to Mauritius as a highly skilled individual.3 visas
- Residence & citizenshipLiving in Mauritius long term — residence routes and, where available, the path to citizenship.3 visas
Mauritian visa application at a glance
From start to finish in five simple steps.
- 01Choose the right visa
- 02Check eligibility & documents
- 03Apply online
- 04Provide biometrics
- 05Wait for a decision
Mauritius — key facts
- Visa authority
- Passport and Immigration Office (PIO), Prime Minister's Office
- Application
- Online (in most cases)
- Biometrics
- Usually required
- Currency
- Mauritian rupee (MUR)
- Time zone
- Mauritius Time (MUT, UTC+4)
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.