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07 Mar 2022 | 10:27 AM UTC

Mauritius: Authorities maintain COVID-19 restrictions as of March 7 /update 34

Authorities in Mauritius maintain COVID-19 domestic and travel measures as of March 7.

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Authorities are maintaining domestic and international travel COVID-19 restrictions as of March 7.

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 negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of departure is necessary to enter the island.

  • A COVID-19 insurance health cover is mandatory to enter the island (Mauritian citizens are exempt).

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

  • For hotel and other accommodations stays, a mandatory antigen test is required on arrival.

  • Travelers will be able to leave their accommodation after receiving a negative result from the antigen test.

Unvaccinated travelers:

  • Travelers must present a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours before departure.

  • A COVID-19 insurance health cover is mandatory to enter the island (Mauritian citizens are exempt).

  • Individuals must book a 14-night quarantine stay in an official quarantine hotel.

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

  • Travelers will be required to stay in their hotel room for 14 nights, and meals will be delivered to their room.

  • Travelers will undertake a PCR test on arrival, day seven, and day 14.

  • After a negative PCR test on day 14, travelers will be able to leave quarantine.

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)