Mauritian visa for U.S. citizens
A visa is NOT required for U.S. passport holders visiting Mauritius for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For U.S. citizens to enter Mauritius for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Mauritius e-visa for U.S. citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Mauritius visa on arrival for U.S. citizens | Not Available | |
Mauritius tourist visa requirements:
- Holding U.S. passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Mauritius.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Mauritius.
If you are looking for Mauritius visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from United States, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Mauritius nearest your place of residence.
- Washington: The Embassy of Mauritius in Washington, United States (Working hours: Close now. Open in 40 minutes)
Mauritius visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Mauritius diplomatic mission offices to United States for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United States traveling to Mauritius from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United States) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 10,630 | N/A |
| 2009 | 10,104 | -4.95% |
| 2010 | 10,840 | 7.28% |
| 2011 | 10,314 | -4.85% |
| 2012 | 10,419 | 1.02% |
| 2013 | 10,840 | 4.04% |
| 2014 | 0 | -100.00% |
| 2015 | 0 | % |
| 2016 | 0 | % |
| 2017 | 9,655 | % |
| 2018 | 10,525 | 9.01% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Mauritius & United States comparison
Mauritius's area is approximately 2,030 km2 (783 sq mi), while the area of United States is approximately 9,147,420 km2 (3,531,837 sq mi). This means United States is 4506.12 times bigger than Mauritius.
As of October 2025, Mauritius's population is ~1.3 million people - 339,484,651 fewer people than the population of United States.
We have highlighted Mauritius & United States’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Mauritius | United States | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 1,282,578 | 340,767,229 | 339.5 million fewer people live in Mauritius than United States |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 6 | 273 | Mauritius has 267 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United States. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 113 | 134 | Mauritius passport holders visit 21 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 40 | 1147 | Mauritian hosts 1107 fewer foreign missions than United States. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United States travel to Mauritius in one year?
The number of visitors from United States visiting Mauritius in 2018 was approximately 10,525.
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