Seychelles visa for Mauritian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Mauritian passport holders visiting Seychelles 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 Seychelles for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Seychelles e-visa for Mauritian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Seychelles visa on arrival for Mauritian citizens | Not Available | |
Seychelles tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Mauritian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Seychelles.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Seychelles.
If you are looking for Seychelles 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 Seychelles nearest your place of residence.
- Dar es Salaam: The Consulate General of in Dar es Salaam, ~ 2478.07 kilometers (1539.80 mi) away from Port Louis, Mauritius. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 15 minutes).
- Mombasa: The Consulate General of in Mombasa, ~ 2652.28 kilometers (1648.05 mi) away from Port Louis, Mauritius. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 15 minutes).
Seychelles visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Seychelles diplomatic mission offices to Mauritius for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Mauritius traveling to Seychelles from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Mauritius) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 32 | N/A |
| 2009 | 32 | 0.00% |
| 2010 | 35 | 9.38% |
| 2011 | 39 | 11.43% |
| 2012 | 42 | 7.69% |
| 2013 | 46 | 9.52% |
| 2014 | 47 | 2.17% |
| 2015 | 55 | 17.02% |
| 2016 | 61 | 10.91% |
| 2017 | 70 | 14.75% |
| 2018 | 72 | 2.86% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Seychelles & Mauritius comparison
Seychelles's area is approximately 460 km2 (177 sq mi), while the area of Mauritius is approximately 2,030 km2 (783 sq mi). This means Mauritius is 4.41 times bigger than Seychelles.
As of October 2025, Seychelles's population is ~101395 people - 1,181,183 fewer people than the population of Mauritius.
We have highlighted Seychelles & Mauritius’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Seychelles | Mauritius | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 101,395 | 1,282,578 | 1.2 million fewer people live in Seychelles than Mauritius |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 56 | 6 | Seychelles has 50 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Mauritius. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 118 | 113 | Seychelles passport holders can visit 5 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 23 | 40 | Seychelles hosts 17 fewer foreign missions than Mauritius. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Mauritius travel to Seychelles in one year?
The number of visitors from Mauritius visiting Seychelles in 2018 was approximately 72.
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| Humidity | 100% | |
| Wind | 2.52 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 08:28 AM | |
Useful Information
- Victoria to Port Louis: 1580.37 km (982.00 mi)
- Travel time: 3 hours 17 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025