ETIAS FOR MAURITIANS

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To strengthen border administration and security, the Schengen Area is implementing ETIAS (European Travel Information Authorisation System). Citizens of Mauritius travelling to Europe will be eligible to apply for ETIAS beginning in November 2023.

ETIAS REQUIREMENTS FOR MAURITIAN CITIZENS

Mauritius citizens do not require a visa to enter the Schengen Area. They can visit the region for tourism and business for up to 90 days in each 180-day period. France, Belgium, Spain, Italy, Greece, Norway, Sweden, and the Netherlands are all members of the Schengen Area.

Mauritian nationals will be able to apply for an ETIAS visa waiver online beginning in November 2023. It will become a legal necessity for Mauritius nationals and other visa-free visitors to enter the Schengen Area.

ETIAS is not a visa for Europe, it is an electronic travel authorisation, also known as a visa waiver. The ETIAS application is entirely online, it will not be necessary to go through an embassy or consulate. Applicants will need a valid Mauritian passport and a debit or credit to pay the ETIAS fee. An email address is also required to receive ETIAS status updates.

THE ETIAS APPLICATION FOR MAURITIANS

When completing the ETIAS application form, Mauritius citizens must supply the following information:

  • Full name
  • Date of birth
  • Passport data
  • Contact details

Some security questions are included on the ETIAS application form. Data will be cross-checked against large-scale security systems including EURODAC, Europol, and the Visa Information System. If anything is identified during automated processing, applications will be evaluated manually. The majority of applications submitted from Mauritius are likely to be accepted swiftly.

Mauritian citizens planning to travel to Europe should apply for ETIAS as soon as possible, in case of any unexpected delays.

VISIT THE SCHENGEN AREA WITH ETIAS FOR MAURITIUS CITIZENS

When approved, Mauritians’ ETIAS will be valid for three years or until their passport expires, whichever comes first. Citizens of Mauritius can travel to any nation in the Schengen Area with an authorised ETIAS travel authorization. ETIAS is a multiple-entry permit with a stay limit of 90 days per 180 days.

Mauritian nationals will be allowed to travel to the following countries with ETIAS:

ETIAS Required

Mauritian nationals with a valid ETIAS can move freely between the Schengen member countries:

  • EU Schengen
  • Non-EU Schengen States
  • Non-Schengen EU States
ETIAS Required

Non-EU Member States:

Micro-States de facto part of Schengen Area:

ETIAS Required

Non-Schengen EU States

HOW TO APPLY FOR ETIAS FROM MAURITIUS

Eligible travellers can apply for ETIAS for Mauritians via a smartphone, laptop, or other device. The ETIAS application from Mauritius will only take a few minutes to complete. Applicants must complete the form with the above-mentioned details.

Mauritians must pay the ETIAS charge with a debit or credit card before submitting their application.

After submitting the online application form, the information given will be cross-checked against security databases. Mauritians will be notified via email if their ETIAS application is granted, and the visa waiver will be connected to the passport used to apply.

Mauritius citizens should be aware that ETIAS does not guarantee entrance into the Schengen Area. ETIAS is a prerequisite for admission, however the ultimate decision is made by border officials upon arrival. In rare situations, the tourist may be required to demonstrate that they have no intention of overstaying in the territory. Some examples of proof that might be sought are:

  • A return plane ticket to Mauritius
  • Evidence of onward travel
  • Proof of sufficient funds to support the individual during their stay
  • Appropriate health insurance coverage

ETIAS FOR MAURITIANS – FAQ

Mauritian citizens having ETIAS will be entitled to stay in the Schengen Zone for up to 90 days in a 180-day period.

Once authorised, ETIAS is valid for three years from the date of issue. ETIAS will allow Mauritanians to travel to Europe many times. The passport used on the ETIAS application must be the same one used while travelling to any Schengen nation.

Mauritian nationals who desire to remain in a Schengen country for longer than 90 days must apply for a visa. The ETIAS visa waiver allows for a maximum stay of 90 days in any 6-month period.

Travellers must keep in mind that if the passport expires before the end of the validity of the ETIAS, they must reapply for ETIAS.

Mauritanian citizens who want to work in Europe must first get a work visa or work permit.

The ETIAS visa waiver allows its user to enter the Schengen Area for short periods of time, but it does not allow foreign citizens to work in the zone. Working in Europe with a Mauritius ETIAS document could result in the revocation of the ETIAS.

ETIAS is valid for short business travels such as meetings and conferences.

Mauritian nationals can get a student visa to study in Europe. ETIAS does not allow students to study in the Schengen Area. The visa waiver allows the holder to stay for a maximum of 90 days. If a Mauritian citizen intends to continue their study in a Schengen country, they must contact the embassy or consulate and provide supplementary documentation.

Applicants seeking a student visa may be required to demonstrate that they have adequate means to maintain their stay. They will also most likely be required to provide an admission letter from a school or institution, as well as proof of medical insurance.

ETIAS for Mauritians can be used to attend short leisure courses in Europe, such as language or cooking classes. The maximum stay is 90 days in a 180-day period.