Mauritius Passport:
Visa-Free Countries & Entry Rules
Abroad Travel Guide – 157 destinations open to Mauritius passport holders without a visa arranged in advance.
Mauritius passport holders can currently enter 100 destinations visa-free (including simple eTA authorisations), receive a visa on arrival in 27 countries and apply online for an e-Visa in 30. An embassy visa is still required for 40 destinations. The full breakdown by category is below, based on our dataset dated 2026-10-26. Select another passport to compare, and wherever a second citizenship or residency could strengthen your passport, we will show you the way.
How It Works
Select the passport you actually travel with – your citizenship, or the country of your current residence permit. Your passport check will instantly sort every destination into five entry categories. Countries marked with the green icon have citizenship or residency programs available through Abroad Mobility.
without arranging
a visa in advance
Enter with just your passport, no visa needed. Some destinations require a simple electronic travel authorization (eTA). Permitted stay length is shown for each country.
A visa is issued when you land, usually a short form and a fee right at the border. Check the fee and permitted stay before you fly.
Apply online before you travel; approval usually arrives within a few days by email. No embassy visit needed, you land with the document ready.
A visa must be obtained before travelling, via an embassy or consulate of the destination country.
No destinations in this category.
Entry is currently not permitted for holders of this passport. Rules change; always verify before planning a trip.
About the Mauritius Passport
Mauritius ranks 20th, a strong position near the top of that band. Citizens can visit 100 countries without a visa, and total mobility reaches 157 destinations when eTAs, visas on arrival, and e-Visas are added. Europe is the passport's best region with 41 visa-free destinations, and Africa follows at 22. South America is the weakest at just 2.
Several major destinations are open. France and the Schengen area, Japan, the United Arab Emirates, China, and Singapore are all visa-free, while the United Kingdom requires an eTA. Australia can be entered on an e-Visa. The United States, Canada, and Brazil still call for a visa in advance, which is worth remembering for trips across the Atlantic. A second citizenship such as Malta Citizenship by Merit could add up to 24 destinations for holders who want to fill those gaps.
Visa-Free Access by Region
Mauritius passport holders can enter 100 destinations visa-free or with a simple eTA. Destinations with a green outline have residency or citizenship programs you can explore.
Europe 41
Asia 14
Africa 22
North America 15
Oceania 6
How Mauritius Compares
| Passport | Rank | Mobility | Visa-free |
|---|---|---|---|
| #18 | 160 | 91 | |
| #18 | 160 | 91 | |
| #18 | 160 | 98 | |
| #19 | 158 | 99 | |
| #20 | 157 | 93 | |
| #20 | 157 | 100 | |
| #21 | 156 | 81 | |
| #21 | 156 | 89 | |
| #21 | 156 | 91 | |
| #22 | 155 | 85 | |
| #23 | 154 | 83 |
The top-ranked Denmark passport (#1) opens 183 destinations, 26 more destinations than the Mauritius passport.
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Citizenship by investment programs whose passports open the most destinations that Mauritius passport holders cannot enter today without an embassy visa.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many countries can Mauritius passport holders visit without a visa?
Mauritius passport holders can visit 100 destinations visa-free (including destinations that only ask for an eTA), plus 27 with a visa on arrival and 30 with an e-Visa. That gives a mobility score of 157 out of 197 destinations, based on our dataset dated 2026-10-26.
What is the Mauritius passport ranking?
The Mauritius passport ranks #20 in the Abroad Mobility passport ranking, a position shared with 1 other passport, with a mobility score of 157. The ranking covers 198 passports on 77 positions: passports with the same score share a position and the next score takes the next number. It counts destinations open visa-free, with an eTA, with a visa on arrival or with an e-Visa. The top-ranked passport is Denmark with 183 destinations.
Do Mauritius passport holders need a visa for the Schengen area, the United Kingdom, the United States or Canada?
Schengen area (checked against France): visa-free, up to 90 days. United Kingdom: visa-free with an eTA (electronic travel authorisation) before departure. United States: visa required, apply at an embassy or consulate. Canada: visa required, apply at an embassy or consulate. Always confirm the current rules with the official government source before you travel.
Which countries offer visa on arrival to Mauritius passport holders?
27 destinations issue a visa on arrival to Mauritius passport holders: Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Bolivia, Burundi, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Comoros, Djibouti, DR Congo, Ethiopia and 17 more. Check the fee and permitted stay before you fly.
Which countries require a visa for Mauritius passport holders?
Mauritius passport holders need a visa arranged in advance for 40 destinations, including United States, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Egypt, Ireland, Afghanistan, Algeria and 32 more.
How can a Mauritius passport holder get a stronger second passport?
Citizenship by investment programs grant a second passport in return for an approved investment. For Mauritius passport holders, the programs in our database that add the most destinations are Malta Citizenship by Merit (+24 destinations, from USD $1,430,000, about 24 months), Turkey CIP (+21 destinations, from USD $12,000, about 6 months) and Saint Kitts & Nevis CIP (+18 destinations, from USD $272,000, about 6 months). Abroad Mobility can help you compare eligibility, timelines and the full process.
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