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Verified June 2026

Do Mauritians need ETIAS?

Yes

Yes. Mauritian citizens are visa-exempt for short stays, so once ETIAS launches Mauritians will need an ETIAS authorisation to enter the Schengen area.

Needs ETIAS?
Yes
Cost
€20
Validity
3 yrs
From
Q4 2026

Mauritius holds one of the strongest passports in Africa, and its citizens already travel visa-free to the Schengen area for short stays. That visa-free status is why ETIAS will apply. ETIAS is an online authorisation rather than a visa.

ETIAS does not change the 90-days-in-180 rule for Mauritians; it is a pre-travel requirement completed online before you board.

Passport requirements

Your Mauritian passport must be valid for at least three months after your planned departure from Europe and issued within the previous 10 years. Because ETIAS is bound to one passport, a renewal means applying again for the new document.

How Mauritians will apply

When ETIAS launches, Mauritians will apply online on the official EU portal, pay €20 (free under 18 or over 70), and receive an authorisation linked to their passport for up to 3 years. It is not a visa - see what ETIAS is and how it differs from a visa.

ETIAS gets Mauritians to the border; it does not extend the stay. Check how many days are left with the free 90/180 calculator.

Frequently asked questions

Do Mauritians need ETIAS?

Yes. Mauritian citizens are visa-exempt for short stays, so once ETIAS launches Mauritians will need an ETIAS authorisation to enter the Schengen area.

How much will ETIAS cost Mauritians?

€20 per application, free for travellers under 18 or over 70. One authorisation lasts up to 3 years. See ETIAS cost.

When will Mauritians need ETIAS from?

From the launch of ETIAS, expected in the last quarter of 2026. No exact date is set yet - track it on the ETIAS start date page.

Does ETIAS change the 90-day limit for Mauritians?

No. ETIAS lets you travel, but the 90/180-day rule still caps short stays at 90 days in any 180. Plan it with the 90/180 calculator.

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