Mauritius: Authorities ease COVID-19-related international travel restrictions as of March 14 /update 35

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Authorities are easing international travel COVID-19 restrictions as of March 14. Individuals do not need to present a negative PCR test before traveling to Mauritius. Vaccinated and unvaccinated travelers will, however, have to undertake a COVID-19 test upon arrival. Unvaccinated travelers will have to self-isolate for seven days in the accommodation of their choice. They will be able to leave quarantine on day eight without having to undertake a day seven test.

Domestic Measures

• Bars and clubs must remain closed.

• Cultural activities are prohibited.

• Concerts and spectator attendance at competitive sporting competitions are suspended.

• Gyms and sporting events are permitted for vaccinated patrons only, with a maximum capacity of 50 people.

• Public gatherings are limited to 50 people.

• Religious establishments may only admit 10 people at a time.

• In-person classes are suspended for primary and secondary schools.

• Restaurants and food courts are open for vaccinated patrons only.

• Beaches are open, but picnics are not permitted.

• Facemasks remain mandatory in public.

International Travel Restrictions

Vaccinated travelers:

• A COVID-19 insurance health cover is mandatory to enter the island (Mauritian citizens, resident permit holders, and occupational permit holders are exempted).

• All travelers must fill out the passenger locator form and the health self-declaration form. Click here for details.

Unvaccinated travelers:

• A COVID-19 insurance health cover is mandatory to enter the island (Mauritian citizens, resident permit holders, and occupational permit holders are exempted).

• Travelers must fill out the passenger locator form and the health self-declaration form. Click here for more.

Authorities could reimpose, extend, further ease, or otherwise amend any restrictions with little-to-no notice, depending on disease activity over the coming weeks.

Advice

Reconfirm all travel arrangements. Liaise with trusted contacts for further updates and guidance. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation. Ensure contingency plans account for further disruptive measures or extensions of current restrictions.

Resources

World Health Organisation (WHO)
Ministry of Health and Wellness
Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA)