Portugal visa requirements for Mauritians
Travel and visa requirements
Portuguese Visa is not required for Mauritians
Stay Duration: 90 days
Entry Requirements
- Mauritius citizens can visit Portugal visa-free for a period of 90 days.
- Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months beyond their date of departure from Portugal. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
- Mauritians visiting Portugal can extend their stay beyond the 90-day validity by applying to the immigration department.
- Travellers under the age of 18 must show travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
- While travelling to Portugal, Mauritius citizens are required to provide evidence of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Portugal. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in the country.
- A return ticket to Mauritius or onward destination is needed as well.
- Tourists will also provide a detailed printed itinerary of their time in Portugal and proof of enough funds to cater for their needs during their stay in the country.
- Visitors can get to Portugal from any international airport in Mauritius. There are international airports in Port Louis and Rodrigues.
- Air Mauritius, Turkish Airlines, Air France, and KLM are some of the carriers that fly from Mauritius to Portugal.
- The estimated flight time from Port Louis to Lisbon, Portugal is 15 hours, 15 minutes and from Rodrigues, it is 18 hours, 50 minutes.
- Euro is the official currency used in Portugal. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various bank and exchange outlets in the country.
- Portugal has a moderate climate with both maritime and continental elements. However, there are four main seasons. Winter, which is from December to February, is cold throughout the country, Spring is from March to May, Summer is from June to August, which is usually mild or pleasantly warm and autumn is from September to November.
- The official language of Portugal is Portuguese. It is spoken by almost 99% of the entire population of Portugal.
- Belém Tower, Park and National Palace of Pena, Jerónimos Monastery and Praca do Comercio are some of the tourist sites that visitors can visit in Portugal.
- Tourists are advised to budget between EUR 100 to spend per day on expenses in Portugal.
- Portugal has no official religion and has instituted the right to freedom of religion for everyone. The largest religion in Portugal is Christianity, particularly Roman Catholicism.
- Car rentals, metro, train, ferries and taxis are major means of transportation in Portugal.
- Sardinhas assadas, Cozido à portuguesa, Peixinhos da Horta, and Feijoada some of the meals tourists can try during their stay in Portugal.
- The power and socket plug used in Portugal are of Type C and F. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- The timezone in Portugal is the Western European Summer Time (GMT +1), which puts Mauritius 3 hours ahead of Portugal.
- Portugal has a rich culture as well as many beautiful tourist attractions, however, tourists are advised to be careful and cautious as they go about their tourism-related activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a visa to travel to Portugal?
Citizens of Mauritius do not require a visa to visit Portugal for a period of 90 days.
Is Portugal safe for tourists to visit?
Yes. Portugal is a safe country to visit, with a very low rate of crimes and violence done against tourists. Nevertheless, tourists are advised to be cautious and careful while in the country, especially at crowded places.
How long should my passport be valid for before travelling to Portugal?
The Immigration department provides that Mauritius citizens planning to visit Portugal have a passport valid for at least six months beyond their date of departure from the country.
Is the tap water in Portugal safe to drink?
Yes. The tap water in Portugal is quite safe to drink. Tourists can as well buy bottled water from all the stores in the country.