Do you need to be vaccinated to go to Mauritius?

Do you need to be vaccinated to go to Mauritius? The rules for travellers, regardless of vaccination status or age, are the same. You do not need to be vaccinated to enter Mauritius. It is recommended that children over 5 years old, as well as adults, wear a mask at ports, airports, during airport transfers and on public transport.

What documents are needed to travel?

Do I need an international driving permit for Mauritius?

If you intend to stay for a period longer than four weeks, you need to have either an International Driving Permit (issued in your home country) or apply for an extension with the Mauritian authorities (Mauritius Police Force, Traffic Branch, Line Barracks – Google Maps).

What is the legal limit of alcohol in Mauritius?

THE LEGAL PRESCRIBED LIMIT: – 20 milligrammes of alcohol in 100 ml of blood. – 27 milligrammes of alcohol in 100 ml of urine. – 9 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 ml of breath.

What vaccinations do you need to go to Mauritius?

Courses or boosters usually advised: Tetanus. Other vaccines to consider: Hepatitis A; Hepatitis B; Typhoid. Selectively advised vaccines - only for those individuals at highest risk: none. No yellow fever vaccination certificate required for this country.

How safe is Mauritius for tourists?

On the whole, Mauritius has no real major danger zones. Downtown Port Louis and central tourist areas logically do have a marginally higher crime rate, but most of the time it is also safe to go to. A visitor should be perfectly safe walking along the well-lit beachfront and bustling streets at night.

Is Mauritius cheap or expensive?

Mauritius can be very expensive if you stick to the hotels, especially 4 star upwards. Supermarket prices are the same as here, and rising with oil prices, so even basics are not as cheap as they were. A lot of people on the forum complain about the rip off prices in euros that hotels charge, and they are right.

Do you need a visa to go to Mauritius from France?

French citizens do not need a tourist visa when travelling to Mauritius in 2023. French passport holders can stay in Mauritius for a short period of time (for 90 days).

What should I be careful of in Mauritius?

Keep copies of important documents, including passports, separately. There have been reports of burglaries at villas where tourists have been staying. Make sure accommodation and hotel rooms are secure. Avoid renting accommodation that isn't registered with the Mauritius Tourism Authority.

Can I go to Mauritius without visa?

Any tourist who wishes to stay longer than 3 months in Mauritius must also apply for a long-term visa at an embassy. However, the Mauritius visa policy is very liberal. Holders of passports issued by 115 countries or territories have been exempted from visas for a stay of 90 days.

Can I drive in Mauritius with EU license?

It doesn't matter if you're from France, Germany, South-Africa, England etc., you will be able to drive throughout Mauritius during your holiday by using your own driving licence.

What documents do I need to travel to Mauritius?

Do EU citizens need a visa for Mauritius?

EU citizens do not need a visa to travel to Mauritius if their stay is less than 90 days. Some other countries are also exempt from the visa requirement.

Do British passport holders need visa for Mauritius?

Visas. UK passport holders don't need a visa to enter Mauritius. On arrival, your passport will be stamped allowing entry to the country for 60 days. You'll need to be able to provide evidence of onward or return travel.

Do airlines check visa before boarding?

The process of determining where a visa is required also varies between airlines, but most major airlines use a system called Timatic, which is normally automatically queried during check-in to determine the exact documentation requirements for a trip.

What documents do I need to bring to the airport?