Taiwan visa requirements for Mauritians

Travel and visa requirements

Taiwanese Visa is not required for Mauritians

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • The government of Taiwan provides that Mauritian tourists can visit the country for a duration of 30 days by obtaining an e-visa.
  • Prospective visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of arrival into Taiwan. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
  • A detailed printed itinerary of your time in Taiwan and a confirmation of accommodation during the stay is needed.
  • On entry and exit into Taiwan, currency restriction is not imposed, however, visitors with amounts above $10,000 will be asked to declare it.
  • Visitors are required to have a return or onward ticket and proof of enough funds to spend during their stay.
  • Children travelling alone must show travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
  • Intending visitors can get to Taiwan from any international airport in Mauritius. There are international airports in Port Louis and Rodrigues.
  • Air Mauritius, Cathay Pacific, Hong Kong Airlines, and Singapore Airlines are some of the airlines that fly from Mauritius to Taiwan.
  • The estimated flight time from Port Louis to Taipei, Taiwan is 13 hours, 30 minutes and from Rodrigues, it is  19 hours, 5 minutes.
  • The New Taiwan dollar is the official currency used in Taiwan. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various bank and exchange outlets in the country.
  • Taiwan has two climatic zones. The northern part of the island has a subtropical climate with wet summer and dry cool winter, while the southern part of Taiwan has pronounced monsoon tropical climate with minor changes of temperature through the whole year.
  • Officially the largest and most commonly understood language of Taiwan is Mandarin Chinese. The Mandarin language in Taiwan is of two types: the Standard Mandarin and the Taiwanese Mandarin.
  • Chiayi Performing Arts Center, Shin Kong Life Tower and Eternal Spring Shrine are some of the tourist sites that visitors can visit in Taiwan.
  • Tourists are advised to budget between $65 to spend per day on expenses in Taiwan.
  • Citizens of Taiwan practice Buddhism, Taoism, Christianity and folk religions. however, about 10% of the population do not adhere to any religion.
  • Car rentals, buses and trains are major means of transportation in Taiwan.
  • Beef noodles, pineapple cakes, oyster omelet, braised pork over rice and dan bing are some of the meals tourists can try during their stay in Taiwan.
  • The power and socket plug used in Taiwan are of Type A and B. The standard voltage is 110 V and the standard frequency is 60 Hz.
  • The timezone in Taiwan is the Taipei Standard Time (GMT +8), which puts Taiwan 4 hours ahead of Mauritius.
  • Taiwan is a country with lots of tourist attraction and spicy foods. Tourists are however advised to be cautious as they explore the country.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I drink tap water in Taiwan?

As a general rule, with the exception of Kaohsiung, tap water in Taiwan is safe for drinking only after boiling. Any water or ice served in restaurants will already have been processed. Another reason for drinking previously boiled or bottled water in Taiwan is that Taiwan is a seismic active zone.

What resources does Taiwan have?

Taiwan's coal reserves were largely exhausted by the beginning of the 21st century. Small reserves of petroleum and natural gas have been found on the island and offshore and have been exploited.

What religion is prominent in Taiwan?

In Taiwan, Buddhism and Taoism are the two main religions (86.9 per cent of the religious population identify themselves as Buddhist or Taoist). Also, Christianity and Islam play minor roles. The Taiwanese traditionally use incense to show respect to ancestors and in praying to ancestors for their help.

Are Taiwanese people considered Chinese?

Taiwan is de facto independent. The Taiwanese see themselves as Taiwanese, not as Chinese. The official stance of Taiwan was that Taiwan is part of China. But the china that this stance refers to is the Republic of China (based in Taipei) instead of the communist People's Republic of China (based in Beijing).