Africa
Mauritius
- Capital
- Port Louis
- Population
- 1,243,741
- Currency
- Mauritian Rupee (MUR)
- Calling code
- +230
- Languages
- English, Bhojpuri, French
- 20missions
- 13embassies
- 2consulates
- 5honorary consulates
Mauritius
Embassies and consulates in Mauritius
embassies in Port Louis
Diplomatic missions from 18 countries are based in Mauritius, 20 missions in all (13 embassies, 2 consulates and 5 honorary consulates). Most embassies, 9 of 13, are in the capital, Port Louis. Consulates are also found in Vacoas, Beau Bassin-Rose Hill and Goodlands.
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All missions in Mauritius
Other cities in Mauritius
- 12
- 5
- 1
- 1
- 1
Outside Port Louis, missions are found in Vacoas (5), Beau Bassin-Rose Hill (1), Goodlands (1) and Rose Belle (1); most of them are consulates general, consulates and honorary consulates.
By country
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Australia 1 embassy1 -
Chile 1 honorary consulate1 -
China 1 embassy1 -
Czech Republic 1 consulate1 -
Egypt 1 embassy1 -
France 1 embassy1 -
Germany 2 honorary consulates2 -
India 1 embassy1 -
Italy 1 consulate · 1 honorary consulate2 -
Libya 1 embassy1 -
Mexico 1 embassy1 -
Pakistan 1 embassy1 -
Poland 1 honorary consulate1 -
Russia 1 embassy1 -
Saudi Arabia 1 embassy1 -
South Africa 1 embassy1 -
United Kingdom 1 embassy1 -
United States 1 embassy1
Visa rules for Mauritius
Mauritius visa guide · 13 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 113 can enter visa-free, 69 get a visa on arrival and 16 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Mauritius.
Visa statistics
Schengen visa applications in Mauritius
| Year | Applications | Visas issued | Refused | Refusal rate | Multiple-entry share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 729 | 663 | 48 | 6.8% | 63.2% |
| 2024 | 838 | 780 | 46 | 5.6% | 73.8% |
| 2025 | 722 | 664 | 59 | 8.1% | 70.5% |
Schengen consulates in Mauritius received 722 short-stay visa applications in 2025, and issued 664 visas. 8.1% of applications were refused (worldwide: 14.6%). In 2024 it had been 5.6%: the rate rose by 2.5 points. Applications fell by 14% compared with 2024 (838).
The numbers include every nationality applying in Mauritius.
Source: European Commission, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, visa statistics for consulates 2023–2025 (© European Union, reused under CC BY 4.0). Short-stay (type C) visas. How these figures are made
US visas issued to citizens of Mauritius
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 2,438 | 1,897 |
| Student (F, M) | 59 | 51 |
| Exchange (J) | 93 | 75 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 88 | 109 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 1,001 | 667 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 92 | 78 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 10 | 2 |
| Total | 3,781 | 2,879 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 6.3% | 7.4% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 2,879 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Mauritius, the 129th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 66%, transit and crew visas 23% and work and treaty visas 4%. That is 24% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (3,781).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Mauritius received 891, 22% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 7.4% for citizens of Mauritius in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 6.3%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
Mauritius’ own missions abroad
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Mauritius’ embassies abroad (28)
In the other direction, Mauritius runs 28 missions in 18 countries. Its largest networks are in Germany (5), France (4), Australia (2), the United Kingdom (2) and the United States (2).
Good to know
Where the embassies are
Most embassies, 9 of 13, are in the capital, Port Louis. The largest foreign networks in Mauritius are those of Germany (2) and Italy (2).
Travel advice for Mauritius
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to Mauritius: the US State Department rates Mauritius at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 7 December 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Mauritius (updated 19 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Mauritius (updated 19 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Frequently asked questions
Which country has the most consulates in Mauritius?
Germany, with 2 missions, followed by Italy (2).
Do I need a visa for Mauritius?
Of 198 passports, 113 can enter visa-free, 69 get a visa on arrival and 16 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Mauritius; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.