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title: Mauritius visa for citizens of Eritrea
description: "Citizens of Eritrea can get a visa on arrival in Mauritius. Stay up to 180 days. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Mauritius visa for citizens of Eritrea

Citizens of Eritrea can get a visa on arrival in Mauritius.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on arrival · Tourist Visa on Arrival
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 180 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Government fee:** No fee listed
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** May be requested at border

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Mauritius port of entry** — Travel to Mauritius with valid passport and required documents.
2. **Proceed to immigration counter** — Present passport, return ticket, accommodation proof, and any other requested documents to the immigration officer.
3. **Receive visa on arrival** — Immigration officer will issue a tourist visa on arrival, typically valid for up to 6 months (180 days) per calendar year, at their discretion.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival
- **Return/onward ticket** (Travel): Confirmed onward or return flight booking
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel reservation or invitation letter from host
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): May be requested by immigration officer (e.g., bank statement, cash)
- **Visa application form (if applicable)** (Identity, optional): Not required for VOA; only for pre-arrival visa applications
- **Passport-size photos** (Identity, optional): May be requested at border in rare cases

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival does not guarantee entry; final decision rests with immigration officer at the border.
- Overstaying the permitted period is an offence and may lead to prosecution.
- Travelers must have a valid return/onward ticket and sufficient funds for their stay.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
- **Lack of onward/return ticket** — Carry a confirmed return or onward flight booking.
- **Inadequate proof of accommodation** — Have hotel reservation or invitation letter from host in Mauritius.
- **Previous immigration violations or overstay in Mauritius** — Comply with all previous visa conditions and departure dates.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Eritrea need a visa for Mauritius?

Citizens of Eritrea can get a visa on arrival in Mauritius. Visa type: Tourist Visa on Arrival.

### How long can citizens of Eritrea stay in Mauritius?

Up to 180 days.

### What documents do citizens of Eritrea need for Mauritius?

Valid passport; Return/onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; Visa application form (if applicable); Passport-size photos.

### How long must my passport be valid for Mauritius?

At least 6 months.

## Sources

- Visa Requirements - Passport and Immigration Office - Mauritius (passport.govmu.org, third-party site)
- Application for Visa - Passport and Immigration Office - Mauritius (passport.govmu.org, third-party site)
- Mauritius entry requirements - Mauritius Visa Guide (africatourvisa.com, third-party site)

## More

- [Mauritius visa for every passport](/visa/mauritius)
- [Every destination for Eritrea passport holders](/visa/passport/eritrea)