United States of America visa requirements for Mauritians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Mauritians visiting United States of America

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a American Visa.

  • An original Mauritius passport that is valid for the intended duration of stay in the U.S.A.
  • U.S.A. application form that is correctly filled, signed and stamped.
  • A copy of one (2 by 2 inches )recent passport photograph that is taken with the last 6 months with a white background and displaying a neutral expression.
  • For visa extension, applicants should apply 42 days before the visa expires.
  • Receipt proving payments of US visa application fee.
  • Documents not written in English should be translated.
  • Travel itinerary showing what the applicant is planning to do. The travel itinerary should include the applicant’s planned date of entry and exit from the US.
  • Visitors are required to provide frequently used social media as well as contact details of social media account history of the last five years.
  • Applicants should submit proof of hotels where they are planning to stay be it a hotel, friend or family’s house, or rented house.

United States Of America Visa for Mauritians

Facts about United States Of America

The United States of America is one of the main tourist destinations in the world. You cannot truly see all the country has to offer in one trip. If you have exhausted the things to see in a particular location, the next location brings up a fresh array of things to see. The country has beautiful scenery, entertainment options, magnificent architecture, great tourist sites and so much more. No matter what you are interested in doing, you are sure to get it in the United States of America. National Parks, casinos, beaches, historical sites, movie theatres, trade fairs, shopping malls, restaurants, nightlife are just some of the things you can do in the country. Make sure you enjoy the rollercoaster of fun during your time here.
 
Tourism in the USA is a large industry that contributes greatly to the American economy. The United States of America is the country that attracts the third-largest number of tourists behind France and Spain and this may be attributed to the fact that tourists stay longer in the United States more than they do in France and Spain. The country plays host to about 78 million tourists yearly. Since Donald Trump got elected, the number of tourist visits in the United States has dropped by 4% and has led to the loss of about 40,000 jobs.
 
Citizens of Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, Caymans, Australia, Belgium, Brunei, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, South Korea, New Zealand, etc can gain entry to the United States of America visa-free for a certain period of time.

Types of United States Of America Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Business visa 3 to 5 working days 180 days
Student visa 3 to 5 business days More than 180 days
Tourist visa 3 to 5 business days 180 days
Transit visa 3 to 5 business days 29 days

General Requirements for United States Of America Visa

  • An original Mauritius passport that is valid for the intended duration of stay in the U.S.A.
  • U.S.A. application form that is correctly filled, signed and stamped.
  • A copy of one (2 by 2 inches )recent passport photograph that is taken with the last 6 months with a white background and displaying a neutral expression.
  • For visa extension, applicants should apply 42 days before the visa expires.
  • Receipt proving payments of US visa application fee.
  • Documents not written in English should be translated.
  • Travel itinerary showing what the applicant is planning to do. The travel itinerary should include the applicant’s planned date of entry and exit from the US.
  • Visitors are required to provide frequently used social media as well as contact details of social media account history of the last five years.
  • Applicants should submit proof of hotels where they are planning to stay be it a hotel, friend or family’s house, or rented house.
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United States Of America Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • A business visa is issued to foreigners for business purposes.
  • Business visa holders can engage in contracts negotiation, consulting with other business associates in the U.S.A. and attending business conferences.
  • An application form that is correctly completed 
  • A passport that is valid during your period of stay in the United States is required.
  • Details of applicants' social media accounts are required.
  • Letter of invitation explaining the purpose of the trip
  • Bank statement to prove applicant has enough finances to stay in the U.S.A.
  • Proof such as ties to the family property to ascertain that the applicants would return to their home country.
  • Business letter from employer written on the company letterhead stating that absences have been granted and that the applicant would be returning to the current job.
  • The letter should also indicate the duration of the trip, the purpose of the trip, the applicant job position and payslip of the last three months.
  • Criminal records from police authorities indicating that the applicant has never been convicted. 
  • If the applicant is self-employed, a copy of the original business license is required. 
  • Applicants should provide bank statements for the last 6 months.

United States Of America Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • A student visa is issued to international students who want to attend educational institutions in the US.
  • Signed U.S.A. application form should be correctly filled.
  • A passport that is valid only for the period of intended stay is required. 
  • Two passport photographs with the applicant displaying a neutral expression.
  • Applicants should provide previous and current educational qualifications such as copies of transcripts, standardized test scores of TOEFL, GMAT or IELTS.
  • Applicants should provide an acceptance letter from the educational institute in the US.
  • Bank statements that shows the amount of funds the applicant needs to finance education and living in the US.
  • Proof of scholarship is required if the applicant was granted a scholarship.
  • Applicants are allowed to leave for the US 30 days before your program begins. An applicant is not permitted to enter the US earlier than 30 days.
  • Applicants should apply 120 days before he/she is meant to start an educational program.
  • Applicants must prove that he/she speaks and understands English before enrolling for an educational program.
  • The student should submit a letter of good record and must have been registered for the upcoming semester.
  • The school must be approved by the USICE (U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement).

United States Of America Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • A tourist visa is granted to a foreigner who is visiting for tourist purposes such as sightseeing, recreational activities, visiting friends or family, etc.
  • Correctly filled and signed application form.
  • A tourist visa does not permit visitors to work or take up business activities.
  • An original passport that is valid for the required duration of stay.
  • Bank statements to show proof of fund sufficient to stay in the US of at least $266 for each day of your intended stay is required.
  • Proof that you intend to return to your home country as soon as your visa expires and not stay in the US.
  • Letter of invitation from friends or family describing the purpose of your trip.
  • The letter should also involve contact information of the host and duration of the trip.
  • If applicants are visiting for medical purposes, a letter from the medical doctor on diagnosis and treatment is required.
  • Social media information and accounts are required

United States Of America Transit Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Transit visa is granted to foreigners who are passing through the U.S.A. to the final destination country.
  • Applicants should provide a complete U.S. application form.
  • Applicants should provide passport that has at least one empty page to affix visa. 
  • Passport should be valid for the intended period of stay.  Then you will only need a passport that is valid during your period of stay in the United States.
  • Applicants should provide one passport photograph.
  • Proof that transit fee has been paid is required.
  • Applicants should provide a travel itinerary to the final destination.
  • Applicants should provide a letter that indicates the purpose of the visit to the final destination.
  • Applicants should provide proof of enough funds to cover expenses during the transit.
  • Transit visa lasts for a duration of 29 days and takes 2 to 3 days to process.
  • Applicants should provide proof that he/she is permitted to enter the country of final destination.

United States Of America Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Business visa

160.00 (USD)

Student visa

160.00 (USD)

Tourist visa

160.00 (USD)

Transit visa

160.00 (USD)

United States Of America Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Mauritius

Location

Address

Port Louis

4th Floor, Rogers House John Kennedy Avenue P.O. Box 544 Port Louis Mauritius

mu.usembassy.gov

(+230) 202 4400

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work with my student visa?
  • The student visa is under work restrictions but students are allowed to work on the campus of the university only if they study for up to 20 hours a week.
Why is my social media important for my visa??

Social media is an important tool to screen out terrorist, public safety threats, and other dangerous individuals from gaining traveling benefits and coming into the US. 

Is it possible to extend my US tourist visa?

Yes, it is possible to extend your tourist stay in the USA. Applicants are required to file an extension request with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and it should be done at least 45 days before the visa expires.