The Mauritius Tourist Visa process for Indian passport holders

1. Eligibility & Core Requirements

   • Indian citizens arriving for short-term tourism receive a free Visa on Arrival; no prior visa application is required.

   • Permitted stay: up to 60 days on a single entry, extendable once by up to 30 days (90 days total within any 180-day period), subject to immigration approval.

   • Travel strictly for tourism, leisure, or visiting friends/family; paid work, business, long-term study, migration, or settlement are not permitted.

   • Passport must be original, issued within the last 10 years, valid for at least 6 months beyond the return date, with at least two blank pages.

   • Applicants must demonstrate strong ties to India (employment, property, family), clear intent to return, good health, and no serious criminal or immigration violations.

2. Document Checklist & Required Evidence

   • Original Indian passport (6+ months validity, two blank pages) and photocopies of biodata pages.

   • Two recent passport-size color photographs meeting Mauritius immigration specifications.

   • Completed arrival immigration form (provided on the flight or at the airport).

   • Confirmed round-trip flight booking and proof of onward/return travel.

   • Hotel reservation confirmations for each night of stay or a signed invitation letter with host’s ID/address proof if staying with a Mauritian host.

   • Proof of sufficient funds: bank statements for the last 3 months or equivalent (recommended ₹3,600–₹7,200 per day of stay).

   • Sponsorship letter and host documentation if sponsored by a Mauritian resident.

   • For minors: birth certificate, notarized parental consent, and parents’ passport copies.

   • Any civil status documents (e.g., marriage certificate) or additional papers per the latest official checklist.

   • Travel/health insurance is strongly recommended.

3. Permitted vs. Prohibited Activities

   • Permitted: leisure tourism, visiting friends/family, sightseeing, and attending unpaid cultural events or short-term recreational activities.

   • Prohibited: paid employment, business activities, long-term or award-bearing studies, religious residency, intent to settle or overstay, or any undeclared purpose.

4. Recent Policy & Process Updates (2025)

   • Free Visa on Arrival remains in effect for Indian tourists no embassy visa or pre-registration required for stays up to 60 days.

   • New Premium Travel Visa (2025): digital nomads, remote workers, retirees, and families can apply online for stays up to 1 year; requires proof of income (min. USD 1,500/month), travel/health insurance, return ticket, and accommodation. Visa is stamped on arrival.

   • Enhanced scrutiny of documentation at entry: immigration officers will verify funds, accommodation, onward travel, and return intent more rigorously travelers should have all evidence ready.

   • Indian citizens transiting to a third country must hold a valid onward visa if required.

5. Application Submission Workflow

   • Visa on Arrival: Present all required documents at the immigration counter upon arrival to receive the entry stamp valid for up to 60 days. Apply for an extension with local immigration authorities before expiry if needed.

   • Premium Travel Visa: Complete the online application via the Economic Development Board portal in advance, upload required documents, receive approval by email, and present the approval letter and passport at arrival for stamping.

   • Follow only the official document checklist; incomplete or extraneous papers can lead to delays or refusal.

6. Role & Value of Professional Visa Service Providers (JKVTravel.com)

   • Agents pre-screen eligibility and travel intent, develop a custom document checklist, and review, format, and translate all evidence to match immigration requirements.

   • They guide on trip planning ensuring valid accommodation reservations, confirmed onward flights, and robust proof of funds to prevent entry refusal.

   • For Premium Travel Visa and specialized cases (minors, extended stays, multi-city itineraries), agents manage the online application, enforce compliance with evolving regulations, and provide timely updates or responses to immigration queries.

   • By reducing documentation errors, preempting immigration questions, and coordinating extensions, agents minimize stress and refusal risk while clarifying that final admission rests solely with the immigration officer at the border and no service can guarantee 100% approval or expedited entry.