Tunisia visa requirements for Mauritians

Travel and visa requirements

Tunisian Visa is not required for Mauritians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Citizens of Mauritius can visit Tunisia 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 Tunisia. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
  • While travelling to Tunisia, citizens of Mauritius are required to provide evidence of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Tunisia. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in the country.
  • An airport exit tax of TND 30 is imposed on travellers leaving on an international flight.
  • A return ticket to Mauritius or onward destination is needed as well.
  • Tourists will also provide a detailed printed itinerary of their time in Tunisia and provide a proof of enough funds to cater for their needs during their stay in the country.
  • Import and export of local currency (Tunisian Dinar) are prohibited. Foreign currencies are allowed, however, amounts exceeding TND 5,000 or its equivalent must be declared.
  • Minors must show travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
  • Visitors can get to Tunisia from any international airport in Mauritius. There are international airports in Port Louis and Rodrigues.
  • Air Mauritius, Turkish Airlines, Air France, and Air Austral are some of the airlines that fly from Mauritius to Tunisia.
  • The estimated flight time from Port Louis to Tunis, Tunisia is 15 hours, 50 minutes and from Rodrigues, it is  19 hours, 5 minutes.
  • The official currency used in Tunisia is the Tunisian Dinar.  Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various bank and exchange outlets in the country.
  • Tunisia has a hot-summer Mediterranean climate. The country experiences a typical long dry hot season and rainy mild cold season. 
  • Arabic is the official language in Tunisia, with French as its second language. English is widely taught in schools. German and Italian are also well-spoken in the country.
  • The Constitution of Tunisia declares the country's determination to adhere to the teachings of Islam and stipulates that Islam is the official state religion and that the president must be Muslim. Other religions like Christianity and Judaism are also present in the country, although very few.
  • El Djem Amphitheater, Djerba, Carthage and The National Bardo Museum are some of the tourist sites that visitors can visit in Tunisia.
  • Car rentals, buses and taxis are major means of transportation in Tunisia.
  • Shakshuka, Brik a l'oeuf, Couscous, and Slata mechouia are some of the meals tourists can try during their stay in Tunisia.
  • The power and socket plug used in Tunisia are of Type C and E. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • The timezone in Tunisia is the Central European Standard Time (GMT +1), which puts Mauritius 3 hours ahead of Tunisia.
  • Tunisia 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

Can I use Euro in Tunisia?

It's illegal to bring the currency into the country and no place that's reputable will sell it to you. Once you arrive in Tunisia, British pounds will readily be accepted for exchange, as well as Euros and US dollars. Most other currencies are exchangeable too, but not as widely.

What is the major religion practiced in Tunisia?
Islam is the official state religion in Tunisia. Approximately 99 per cent of the population of Tunisia are Sunni Muslims or at least nominal Muslims. The constitution of Tunisia states that the country's “religion is Islam” and the government is the “guardian of religion”.
Can you drink alcohol in Tunisia?

Tunisia is a Muslim country and Islamic law forbids the drinking of alcohol. They are generally available in restaurants and tourist hotels and can be bought in supermarkets, but only between noon and 6.30pm, and not on Fridays, because it is regarded as the Islamic holy day.

Is Tunisia safe for tourist travel?

Yes. Most part of Tunisia is safe to visit for now, including the capital Tunis and the northern part of the country. However, much of the south and the western border is still considered dangerous for tourist travel, because of terrorism or military operations.