Mauritius to Kenya visa requirements

Visa-free

Mauritian citizens are exempt from Kenya's eTA requirement and can stay for up to 90 days visa-free.

Last verified: 2026-03-11

At a glance

Max stay 90 days
Passport validity Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
Entry type Visa-free
Onward ticket Return or onward ticket may be required.

What Mauritius travellers need to know

If you hold a Mauritius passport and plan to visit Kenya for tourism, current guidance indicates you need visa-free.

Mauritian citizens are exempt from Kenya's eTA requirement and can stay for up to 90 days visa-free.

Typical stay guidance: Visa-free for up to 90 days.

Passport rule: Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.

Health note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from endemic area.

Mauritius is among countries exempt from Kenya eTA. Confirm current rules before travel.

Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Mauritius to Kenya.

Entry requirements

  • Kenya grants visa-free entry to Mauritian passport holders; no Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) required.
  • Permitted stay is up to 90 days for tourism.
  • Required: valid passport (6+ months), proof of onward/return travel, proof of accommodation if requested.
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from an endemic area.

Stay

Visa-free for up to 90 days.

Health — Yellow fever

Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from endemic area.

Mauritius is among countries exempt from Kenya eTA. Confirm current rules before travel.

How to prepare (Mauritius → Kenya)

  1. 1

    Confirm Kenya still lists Mauritius as visa-free for your travel dates.

  2. 2

    Check passport validity, blank pages, and any yellow-fever or health rules.

  3. 3

    Book return/onward travel and accommodation you can show at the border if asked.

  4. 4

    Carry proof of funds for your stay in Kenya.

  5. 5

    Keep digital and paper copies of your passport bio page and bookings.

Documents checklist

  • Valid Mauritius passport (check validity rules above)
  • Return or onward ticket
  • Proof of accommodation in Kenya
  • Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
  • Onward travel: Return or onward ticket may be required.
  • Yellow fever certificate if required for your routing
  • Travel insurance (recommended)

Frequently asked questions

Do Mauritius citizens need a visa for Kenya?

Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-03-11), Mauritius travellers need visa-free for tourism to Kenya. Mauritian citizens are exempt from Kenya's eTA requirement and can stay for up to 90 days visa-free.

How long can I stay in Kenya on a Mauritius passport?

Visa-free for up to 90 days.

What documents should Mauritius travellers carry to Kenya?

At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Also note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from endemic area.

Where can I verify Kenya entry rules officially?

Start with: Kenya eTA — General information (exemptions); Kenya Department of Immigration — Who requires a visa?; UK Government travel advice — Kenya entry requirements. Requirements can change without notice.

Sources

Important

This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.