Mauritius - Apply for Tourist Visa

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. To Apply for Tourist Visa in person, the applicant has to approach the Passport & Immigration Office.
2. Please view the Passport and Immigration office contact information through this link
3. Applicants should obtain the application form from the Passport & Immigration Office.
4. The applicant should complete the application form as required such as name, address, phone number, email etc.
5. The applicant has to provide all the necessary documents such as birth certificate, proof of residence and passport–sized photographs and they can be found under the “Required Documents” section of this page.
6. The applicant should submit the form along with all the necessary documents to the Passport & Immigration Office.
7. Applicants should make sure to submit the application form through mail on [email protected] or office.
8. The applicant has to present himself/herself at the Passport & Immigration Office for biometric data capture.
9. The Visa is issued free of charge. There is no processing fee applicable.
10. The Passport & Immigration Office will review the applicant’s application and make a decision.
11. If the application is approved, the applicant will receive a notification letter from the Passport & Immigration Office informing him/her of the approval.
12. The applicant can then proceed to collect the Tourist Visa from the Passport & Immigration Office.
13. The applicant should keep the Tourist Visa in a safe place and renew it annually.
14. Generally, the processing time is around 5 business days, although it can take up to 10 business days in some cases.

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Required Documents

• Completed application form
• Identification documents (Identity card, Birth Certificate, or passport)
• Valid passport (for the applicant and whoever is traveling with you)
• Health Certificate (for the applicant and whoever is traveling with you)
• Two (2) recent passport-size photos
• Invitation letter from family / friend in Cameroon
• Flight itinerary / return air ticket
• Copy of identification documents,
• Letter of consent from the parent, and a copy of parent`s photo ID (for children under 18 years).
• Proof of sufficient funds (Recent bank statement)
• Marriage certificate (if travelling with spouse)
• Proof of relationship with dependent's (if any)

Office Locations & Contacts

Passport & Immigration Office - Main Office
Passport & Immigration Office
Address: Sterling House,9-11,
Lislet Geoffroy Street, Port Louis
Tel: (230) 260-2073
Fax: (230) 210-9322
Email: [email protected]
Contact link

Eligibility

In order to be eligible to apply for a tourist visa to Mauritius, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be a citizen of a visa-exempt country or a country eligible for a visa on arrival.
• Have a passport with at least six months of validity remaining.
• Have proof of sufficient funds to cover the duration of their stay in Mauritius.
• Have a valid return or onward ticket.
• Have proof of accommodation in Mauritius.
• Be in good health.
• Have no criminal record.

Fees

• The Visa is issued free of charge. There is no processing fee applicable.

Validity

• The validity period for a Tourist Visa is generally 3 months from the date of issue.

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• Generally, the processing time is around 5 business days, although it can take up to 10 business days in some cases.

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Instructions

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Required Information

• Full name of applicant
• Sex, Age and marital status
• Nationality
• Cause of fear
• Particulars of spouse (if married)
• Particulars of children / dependents that you are travelling with (if any)
• Travel dates
• Purpose of visit
• Duration of stay in the country
• Details of spouse or dependents to travel with (if any)
• Details of financial capacity of applicant
• Details of host person in Cameroon / hotel details

Need for the Document

• A Tourist Visa is required for all foreign nationals, except those from certain countries, who wish to visit Mauritius for tourism purposes.
• The visa allows visitors to stay in the country for a short duration, typically for up to three months.
• The visa is also necessary for those who wish to be involved in activities such as business meetings, conferences, or short-term studies in Mauritius.
• A Tourist Visa is also required for those who wish to transit through Mauritius for a short period of time.

Information which might help

• More information can be obtained via link

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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