Nigerian visa for Mauritian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Mauritian passport holders visiting Nigeria for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Mauritian citizens to enter Nigeria for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Nigeria e-visa for Mauritian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Nigeria visa on arrival for Mauritian citizens | Not Available | |
Nigeria tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Mauritian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Nigeria.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Nigeria.
If you are looking for Nigeria visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Mauritius, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Nigeria nearest your place of residence.
- Dar es Salaam: The High Commission of in Dar es Salaam, ~ 2480.46 kilometers (1541.29 mi) away from Port Louis, Mauritius. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 53 minutes).
- Lilongwe: The High Commission of in Lilongwe, ~ 2616.90 kilometers (1626.07 mi) away from Port Louis, Mauritius. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 53 minutes).
Nigeria visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Nigeria diplomatic mission offices to Mauritius for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Mauritius traveling to Nigeria from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Mauritius) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,164 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,211 | 4.04% |
| 2010 | 1,223 | 0.99% |
| 2011 | 753 | -38.43% |
| 2012 | 935 | 24.17% |
| 2013 | 808 | -13.58% |
| 2014 | 961 | 18.94% |
| 2015 | 1,203 | 25.18% |
| 2016 | 1,053 | -12.47% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Nigeria & Mauritius comparison
Nigeria's area is approximately 910,770 km2 (351,650 sq mi), while the area of Mauritius is approximately 2,030 km2 (783 sq mi). This means Mauritius is 448.66 times smaller than Nigeria.
As of October 2025, Nigeria's population is ~232.7 million people - 231,449,017 more people than the population of Mauritius.
We have highlighted Nigeria & Mauritius’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Nigeria | Mauritius | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 232,731,595 | 1,282,578 | 231.4 million more people live in Nigeria than Mauritius |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 102 | 6 | Nigeria has 96 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Mauritius. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 26 | 113 | Nigeria passport holders visit 87 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 93 | 40 | Nigerian hosts 53 more foreign missions than Mauritius. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Mauritius travel to Nigeria in one year?
The number of visitors from Mauritius visiting Nigeria in 2016 was approximately 1,053.
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Useful Information
- Abuja to Port Louis: 5705.35 km (3545.14 mi)
- Travel time: 11 hours 53 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025