One of the advantages of the Turkey Visa from Mauritius is that it can be obtained in 24 hours or less, without the need for a paper application.
Mauritians only need to meet a few basic requirements to apply for a Turkey online visa, as opposed to a traditional visa from an embassy or consulate, which usually requires several documents.
Do Mauritian Citizens Need a Visa to Enter Turkey?
All Mauritian citizens need to have a visa to enter the Republic of Türkiye.
The most common way to get a visa for Turkey is through the online e-Visa platform. Mauritian passport holders are eligible to use this application method, which is recommended.
The Turkish electronic visa streamlines the process of obtaining a visa for Mauritian travelers who wish to visit Turkey for tourism or business.
What is the validity of the Turkey e-Visa for Mauritian visitors?
The Turkey e-Visa has a validity of 180 days (6 months) from the date it was issued.
Travelers from Mauritius are allowed multiple entries in the country for a maximum of 30 days within the 6 months of validity.
Visitors should be careful not to overstay the permitted time or the validity of the visa to avoid incurring penalties.
It is not possible to request an extension of the Turkish online visa. If an e-Visa has expired or the holder has stayed the allowed period, they can leave the country and apply for a new e-Visa.
How to Apply for a Turkish Visa From Mauritius
To apply for the Turkey e-Visa from Mauritius, you need to follow 3 simple steps:
- Fill out the online application form
- Complete the payment of the e-Visa processing fee
- Send the complete application for review
Turkey's Visa Requirements for Citizens of Mauritius
Mauritian visitors only need to meet a few basic requirements to apply for the Turkey e-Visa:
Turkish e-Visa Application Form for Mauritian Tourists
To complete the Turkey electronic visa application form, you must provide the following information:
Applicants also need to answer a set of security-related questions.
What should I do after applying for a Turkey e-Visa from Mauritius
You'll receive the approved e-Visa via email. You can then print a copy or simply store it on a mobile device.
When entering Turkey, border officials will be able to inspect the validity of the Turkey e-Visa by simply checking the passport. However, it may be useful to have a copy.
Note: The passport details must match the details on the approved e-Visa. This is particularly important for travelers who have more than one passport due to dual citizenship. They must use the same to apply for the e-Visa and travel to Turkey.
Traveling from Mauritius to Türkiye
Nationals of Mauritius may enter Turkey with the e-Visa by land, air, or sea.
The most common way to get to Turkey from Mauritius is by plane. There are direct flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Istanbul, and to all other major airports in Turkey with 1+ stops.
Travelers are strongly encouraged to stay up to date with the news regarding Turkish entry restrictions and health requirements to avoid inconveniences during their trip.
Turkish Embassy in Mauritius
Turkey does not have an embassy in Mauritius. The only diplomatic mission available is the Honorary Consulate-General in Port-Louis, at 38 Royal Street.
The Embassy of Turkey in Madagascar also serves Mauritius. Travelers who need to apply for a Turkey visa in person can visit the embassy in Antananarivo.
