Mauritius visa requirements for Rwandans
Travel and visa requirements
Mauritian Visa is not required for Rwandans
Stay Duration: 90 days
Entry Requirements
- Visitors from Rwanda can enter Mauritius without applying for a visa for a duration of 90 days.
- Passport of visitors must be valid within the duration of stay.
- Visitors are expected to present passport with at least one blank page for entry stamps.
- Visitors are required to provide a certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination at entry.
- Visitors must have confirmed reservations for accommodation in Mauritius.
- onward or return tickets to their home country or country of residence.
- Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
- Plants and plant material including flowers, bulbs, fresh fruit, vegetables, cuttings, and seeds are not allowed into Mauritius unless a permit is obtained in advance from The Ministry of Agriculture, Natural Resources and the Environment.
- Sugarcane and its parts; fresh fruit coming from the area lying 60 degrees to the East of Asia, including India and Pakistan; soil and micro-organisms are prohibited.
- In Mauritius the power plugs and sockets are of type C and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Mauritius uses the Mauritius Standard Time zone (GMT+4), hence, Mauritius is 2 hours ahead of Rwanda.
- The estimated flight time from Rwanda to Mauritius is 4 hours.
- Transportation in Mauritius is characterized by the network of roadways, ports, and airports
- Mauritius adopts the Mauritian rupee as its national currency.
- Hinduism is the major religion, followed by Christianity, Islam and Buddhism.
- Mauritius is mostly appreciated by tourist for its natural environment and man-made attractions, the multi-ethnic and cultural diversity of the population, the tropical climate, beaches and water sports.
- The Mauritian Constitution makes no mention of an official language and its one million citizens speak English, French, Mauritian Creole, French-based Creole, and ethnic languages such as Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Marathi, Urdu, Tamil or Mandarin.
- On the islands of Mauritius, the climate is tropical, with a hot and rainy season which reaches its peak from January to March, and a relatively cooler and less rainy season from June to September.
- when greeting in Mauritius note that friends and family commonly share a kiss on each cheek. Handshakes may be appropriate during some initial introductions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the beaches safe in Mauritius?
Yes, a large number of public beaches in Mauritius are safe for bathing and swimming. They are also ideal for coastal walks and scenic sightseeing.
What are the statistics of HIV/AIDS in Mauritius?
The yearly positivity rates of HIV recorded seem to be 0.36% for the year 2016.
Is the Mauritius dangerous to travel?
Generally, Mauritius is very safe to visit. It is probably one of the safest countries in Africa to travel to, but it has its dangers. Use your common sense and keep your valuables closely by your side, since the most common type of crime is petty theft.