COVID-19 Precautionary Measures in Mauritius (09 April Update)

*Can a resident enter the country? *

• Yes, with exceptions

• Mauritian citizens and residents are allowed to enter. Travellers who have been in Brazil, Japan, or South Africa in the past 15 days are not allowed to enter the country.

*Can a foreigner enter the country? *

• No

• Travellers are not allowed to enter or transit through the country until at least 15 April.

*Is a test required on arrival? *

• Yes

• All travellers are subject to health screenings at entry points.

• Until at least 31 May 2021, all passengers entering Mauritius will be quarantined for 14 days. They will be tested for COVID-19 on the day of arrival, on day 7, and on day 14 of their stay. If found positive on any of these tests, the traveller will be transferred to a public medical institution for further treatment.

• COVID-19 testing is available at the C-Lab laboratory at Wellkin Hospital on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:00 to 12:00. The result will be available within 48 hours.

*Test certificate required? *

• Yes

• Passengers arriving in Mauritius must have a negative COVID-19 PCR report for a test performed between five and seven days prior to the departure date.

• Departing passengers must have a negative COVID-19 PCR test report obtained within five days (120 hours) prior to departure from Mauritius.

*Is quarantine required on arrival? *

• Yes

• Until at least 31 May 2021, all passengers entering Mauritius will be quarantined for 14 days. They will be tested for COVID-19 on the day of arrival, on day 7, and on day 14 of their stay.

• Crew members must self isolate for 7 days or until their next flight.

• The hotel/accommodation for mandatory quarantine can be booked using this link.

• Non-Mauritians must pay their hotels for mandatory testing and quarantine expenses.

• Based on the above restrictions, all incoming travellers will be subjected to seven days of quarantine in the best-case scenario and 14 days of quarantine in the worst-case scenario.

*Entry form required? *

• Yes

• Passengers are required to complete a form agreeing to COVID-19 testing and quarantine measures required by the Mauritius government. Passengers must have a copy of this signed form and the PCR test certificate in order to board. The form can be found here.

• Arriving passengers are required to complete a Passenger Locator Form and a Passenger Health Self–Declaration Form.

Recommended border application

• Yes

• Passengers are required to download a mobile application, “beSafeMoris” for android at this link and for IPhone at this link.

Is Vaccination required?

• No

• A COVID-19 vaccination is not required to enter Mauritius.

Airline restrictions

• Significant

• Domestic and international passenger flights are suspended until mid-April.

Border restrictions

• Significant

• Any tourist or resident seeking to extend their stay must contact the Mauritian Passport and Immigration Office. The information can be found here.

• A renewable premium visa or a long-term visa valid for one year has been implemented by the government for remote workers, digital nomads and retirees.

Curfew restrictions

• Significant

• Nationwide lockdown is in effect until 30 April 2021.

• Public transport operations are prohibited during the lockdown.

Social distancing restrictions

• Moderate

• Social distancing and wearing of face masks are mandatory.

Internal travel restrictions

• Minimal

• Masks are required.

• There are no restrictions on movement within Mauritius.

*Non-essential shops open? *

• No

• Non-essential business will remain closed.

*Accommodations open? *

• Yes with exceptions

• Some hotels and rental accommodations are open only for Mauritian residents.

*Restaurants open? *

• No

• Restaurants remain closed.

*Bars and cafes open? *

• No

• Cafes remain closed.

*Beaches and tourism sites open? *

• No

• Beaches remain closed.

*Museums and heritage sites open? *

• Yes

• Museums and heritage sites are open.

• The Sookdeo Bissoondoyal Memorial Museum will remain closed for renovation work (not due to the COVID-19 pandemic) until further notice.

*Personal care services open? *

• No

• Personal care services are closed.

Events allowed?

• No

• Events are not allowed.

*Masks required in public? *

• Yes

• The use of face masks is mandatory in public spaces, including workplaces and public transport.

The COVID-19 epidemic is constantly changing worldwide. Travel and border restrictions may change with little or no notice. Airlines may have their own requirements for testing, masking, and distancing. It is recommended that travellers carry a supply of face masks since the requirement can vary by location. It is recommended that travellers practice social distancing and maintain a 6-foot distance other individuals and avoid crowded areas. Check with your airline, booking agent, or country's embassy for information on your specific travel plans.