How Indian passport holders get a visa for Mauritius: visa type, government fee, processing time, maximum stay, the documents required and where to apply. Government-sourced — always verify on the official site before you travel.
Quick facts
- Visa type: Visa-free — 60 days on arrival
- Government fee: No visa fee. MauPass digital declaration is free.
- Processing time: Stamp issued at SSR International Airport on arrival
- Maximum stay: Up to 60 days per visit, extendable up to 180 days/year at Passport & Immigration Office, Port Louis
- Interview: Not required
- Ease for Indian travellers: 95/100
Documents you'll need
- Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
- Confirmed return ticket
- Hotel booking for full stay (or host letter)
- Proof of funds USD 100/day
- MauPass QR code
- Travel insurance recommended
How & where to apply
Nothing to apply for in advance — Indian passport holders get a free 60-day tourist stamp on arrival. Complete the mandatory MauPass online declaration before departure. MauPass — All-in-One Travel Form (official)
Transit & connections
Airside transit at SSR Airport does not need any permit.
Good to know
MauPass is FREE on maupass.govmu.org — beware copycat sites charging fees. Stay is for tourism only; no work allowed. Visa rules change often — confirm on the official government source: https://passport.govmu.org/passport/?page_id=605
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Mauritius?
Visa-free — 60 days on arrival. MauPass is FREE on maupass.govmu.org — beware copycat sites charging fees. Stay is for tourism only; no work allowed.
What documents do Indians need for a Mauritius visa?
Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages; Confirmed return ticket; Hotel booking for full stay (or host letter); Proof of funds USD 100/day; MauPass QR code; Travel insurance recommended
How long does a Mauritius visa take and what does it cost?
Processing: Stamp issued at SSR International Airport on arrival. Government fee: No visa fee. MauPass digital declaration is free.. Maximum stay: Up to 60 days per visit, extendable up to 180 days/year at Passport & Immigration Office, Port Louis.
How do Indians apply for a Mauritius visa?
Nothing to apply for in advance — Indian passport holders get a free 60-day tourist stamp on arrival. Complete the mandatory MauPass online declaration before departure. Official source: https://passport.govmu.org/passport/?page_id=605