Mauritius to Tanzania visa requirements

Visa-free

Mauritian citizens can enter Tanzania visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism.

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 Proof of return or onward travel may be required.

What Mauritius travellers need to know

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

Mauritian citizens can enter Tanzania visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism.

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.

Confirm current requirements with Tanzania Immigration before travel.

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

Entry requirements

  • Tanzania grants visa-free entry to Mauritian passport holders; Mauritius is among countries not required to apply for a visa.
  • Required: valid passport (6+ months), proof of onward/return travel.
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from endemic area.

Stay

Visa-free for up to 90 days.

Health — Yellow fever

Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from endemic area.

Confirm current requirements with Tanzania Immigration before travel.

How to prepare (Mauritius → Tanzania)

  1. 1

    Confirm Tanzania 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 Tanzania.

  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 Tanzania
  • Proof of funds: Evidence of sufficient funds may be requested.
  • Onward travel: Proof of return or onward travel may be required.
  • Yellow fever certificate if required for your routing
  • Travel insurance (recommended)

Frequently asked questions

Do Mauritius citizens need a visa for Tanzania?

Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-03-11), Mauritius travellers need visa-free for tourism to Tanzania. Mauritian citizens can enter Tanzania visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism.

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

Visa-free for up to 90 days.

What documents should Mauritius travellers carry to Tanzania?

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 Tanzania entry rules officially?

Start with: Tanzania Immigration — Countries which are not Required to Apply for Visa; UK Government travel advice — Tanzania 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.