🇲🇺 Mauritius · Africa visa cluster · Reviewed 21 August 2026

Dubai Visa from Mauritius – Visa on Arrival, Eligibility & Online Application

Mauritian passport holders currently qualify for a 30-day UAE visa on arrival and do not need to arrange that visa in advance. Travellers who live in Mauritius but use another passport must check the UAE rule for that passport before departure.

For other African passport countries, use the Dubai Visa for African Travelers regional guide.

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Direct answer: If you travel on a Mauritian passport, Emirates currently lists Mauritius for a free 30-day UAE visa on arrival. If you are only resident in Mauritius and hold another passport, your entry rule follows that passport instead.
Mauritian passport holders

Do Mauritian Citizens Need a Visa for Dubai?

No advance visa arrangement is currently required for the standard 30-day visa-on-arrival route. Emirates lists Mauritius among the passport countries eligible for a free 30-day visit visa on arrival at Dubai International.

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30-Day Visa on Arrival

For a normal short visit, a Mauritian passport holder can use the current arrival route instead of buying a pre-arranged 30-day tourist visa.

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Travel on the Same Passport

The eligibility belongs to the Mauritian passport. Carry the passport used for the journey and meet the current entry conditions.

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Different Trip Plan

If the intended stay or entry pattern does not fit the visa-on-arrival conditions, check the correct UAE route before booking around it.

A visa-on-arrival entitlement is not a guarantee of admission. Immigration officers make the final entry decision at the border.
Foreign residents in Mauritius

Do Mauritius Residents Need a Dubai Visa?

It depends on the passport, not the Mauritius address. A residence permit, work permit, student status or long-term stay in Mauritius does not give a foreign passport holder the same UAE entry rule as a Mauritian citizen.

Passport qualifies Visa-free or visa-on-arrival passport

If your own passport has a UAE visa-free or visa-on-arrival route, follow that passport rule and any current conditions attached to it.

Advance visa required Passport needs pre-arranged approval

If your passport requires a UAE visa before travel, apply using that nationality. Mauritius residence can be added as supporting evidence when requested.

If you hold an African passport other than Mauritius, the Africa visa hub is the best place to start before opening an application.
For travellers who need advance permission

Dubai Visa Options from Mauritius

These options are relevant only when the traveller’s passport and itinerary require a pre-arranged UAE visa. Mauritian citizens using the current 30-day visa-on-arrival route should not buy a duplicate 30-day visa unnecessarily.

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96-Hour Transit

For an eligible longer stopover where the transit route applies.

Transit Visa Guide
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14-Day Visa

Short single-entry option for eligible applicants who need advance approval.

14-Day Visa
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30-Day Tourist Visa

For eligible foreign residents in Mauritius whose passport requires advance approval.

30-Day Visa
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60-Day Tourist Visa

For eligible travellers who need a longer pre-arranged stay.

60-Day Visa
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Multiple Entry Visa

For eligible itineraries requiring more than one UAE entry.

Multiple Entry Visa
DubaiVisa.com assisted-service prices

Dubai Visa Prices from Mauritius in USD & MUR

The prices below apply only to eligible travellers who require a pre-arranged visa. USD is the DubaiVisa.com source price. MUR figures use the XE mid-market reference checked on 21 August 2026: 1 USD = 46.6452 MUR.

Visa optionEntryUSDApprox. MURBest used forPage
48-Hour TransitSingle$100MUR 4,665Eligible short stopoverView option
96-Hour TransitSingle$110MUR 5,131Eligible longer stopoverView option
14-Day TouristSingle$122MUR 5,691Short visitView option
30-Day TouristSingle$125MUR 5,831Standard holiday / family visitView option
60-Day TouristSingle$220MUR 10,262Longer visitView option
30-Day TouristMultiple$259MUR 12,081Repeat eligible entriesView option
60-Day TouristMultiple$359MUR 16,746Longer repeat-entry itineraryView option
Mauritian passport holder? Do not use this price table as a reason to buy a duplicate 30-day tourist visa. First check the current visa-on-arrival route attached to your passport.

See UAE Tourist Visa Prices.

Prepare the right documents

Dubai Visa Requirements for Travellers from Mauritius

For a pre-arranged UAE tourist visa, the exact list depends on nationality and visa category. Prepare the core documents first and keep any residence evidence ready if it is relevant to the case.

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Valid Passport

UAE tourist-visa guidance generally requires at least six months of passport validity.

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Clear Passport Copy

Use a full-colour scan with the personal details, MRZ and page edges readable.

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Travel Details

Return or onward travel evidence can be required depending on the visa route.

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Mauritius Residence

Foreign residents should keep a valid Mauritius residence permit or other residence evidence ready if requested.

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Supporting Evidence

Accommodation, insurance, family or other documents can be requested depending on the profile.

Read the full Dubai Visa Requirements guide.

For passports that require advance approval

How to Apply for a Dubai Visa from Mauritius

The application is online. Travellers in Port Louis, Curepipe, Quatre Bornes, Vacoas-Phoenix, Rose Hill, Grand Baie and other parts of Mauritius use the same process.

Check Passport

Confirm whether the passport already has a UAE arrival route or needs advance approval.

Choose Visa

If a visa is required, select the stay duration and entry type that match the trip.

Prepare Files

Use clear passport, photo and supporting documents.

Submit & Pay

Enter passport details exactly, review the form and complete payment.

Receive Updates

Track the application. If issued, the UAE visa is delivered electronically.

For pre-arranged applications

Dubai Visa Processing Time from Mauritius

Processing applies to travellers who actually need a pre-arranged UAE visa. It starts after complete acceptable documents are ready for handling.

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Standard

24–72 working hours is the normal DubaiVisa.com standard assisted-service target.

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Express

About 10–12 working hours where available for an eligible application.

Express Visa
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Super Express

About 6–12 working hours where available; immigration review can still take longer.

Processing targets are not approval guarantees. Additional checks, incomplete documents, weekends and UAE public holidays can extend a case.

Dubai Visa Processing guide.

Mixed-nationality families

Dubai Visa from Mauritius for Families

Check every family member separately. A Mauritian parent may qualify for visa on arrival while a spouse, child or relative using another passport may need advance approval.

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Check Every Passport

Do not assume one family member’s UAE entry rule covers the whole group.

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Keep Dates Consistent

Use matching travel and accommodation details where family members apply together.

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Prepare Family Evidence

Birth, marriage or parental documents can be requested depending on the profile.

Dubai Group Visa guide.

Meetings, exhibitions and short visits

Business Travel from Mauritius to Dubai

A short business visit is not the same as employment. Check the entry route attached to the passport and the actual purpose of travel. If repeated UAE entries are needed, review the available multiple-entry route before paying.

A tourist or visit visa does not authorise local employment in the UAE.
Longer or different stay

What If the 30-Day Visa on Arrival Does Not Fit the Trip?

Mauritian citizens should check the current extension or alternative entry options before relying on a longer stay. Foreign residents in Mauritius should follow the rules attached to the visa or entry permit they actually receive.

Do not assume every UAE entry route has the same extension terms. Check the actual visa or entry stamp before the permitted stay expires.

Dubai Visa Extension guide.

Common mistakes

What Travellers from Mauritius Should Check Before Departure

Most avoidable problems come from checking the country of residence instead of the passport, or travelling with incomplete documents.

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Residence Instead of Passport

Living in Mauritius does not automatically give a foreign passport holder Mauritian visa-on-arrival rights.

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Buying an Unneeded Visa

Mauritian citizens should check the current 30-day arrival route before paying for a duplicate tourist visa.

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Unreadable Documents

Blurred, cropped or mismatched passport details can delay a pre-arranged application.

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Mixed Family Passports

Different nationalities in one family can have different UAE entry requirements.

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Wrong Entry Type

Single and multiple entry options serve different itineraries. Choose based on actual travel.

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Last-Minute Checks

Confirm visa, airline and passport requirements before committing to a tight departure plan.

Mauritius-specific answers

Dubai Visa from Mauritius: FAQs

Do Mauritian citizens need a visa for Dubai?

Mauritian passport holders are currently eligible for a free 30-day UAE visa on arrival, so no advance visa arrangement is required for that route, subject to current passport and immigration conditions.

Do all Mauritius residents get UAE visa on arrival?

No. UAE entry rules are based mainly on the passport used for travel. A Mauritius residence permit does not give a foreign passport holder the same entry rule as a Mauritian citizen.

Can I apply for a Dubai visa online from Mauritius?

Yes. If your passport requires a pre-arranged UAE visa and the application is eligible, you can complete the DubaiVisa.com assisted process online.

How much is a 30-day Dubai visa from Mauritius?

For travellers who actually require a pre-arranged visa, DubaiVisa.com currently lists the 30-day single-entry assisted-service price at US$125, approximately MUR 5,831 using the reference rate checked on 21 August 2026. Mauritian citizens should first check their current 30-day visa-on-arrival route.

What documents are needed for a Dubai visa from Mauritius?

Common requirements include a passport valid for at least six months, a clear passport copy, recent photograph and requested travel or residence evidence. Exact requirements depend on passport nationality and visa category.

How long does visa processing take?

For pre-arranged applications, DubaiVisa.com normally targets standard processing within 24–72 working hours after complete acceptable documents are ready. Additional immigration checks can take longer.

Can families with different passports travel together?

Yes, but each traveller must be checked separately. One family member may qualify for visa on arrival while another may need a pre-arranged visa.

Is a Mauritius residence permit enough to enter Dubai?

No. Residence in Mauritius does not replace a UAE visa where the traveller’s passport requires advance approval.

Can a tourist visa be used to work in Dubai?

No. Tourist and visit visas do not authorise employment in the UAE.

Does payment guarantee UAE visa approval?

No. DubaiVisa.com provides private visa assistance. Final visa issuance and entry decisions remain with the relevant UAE authorities.

Mauritius → UAE

Check the Passport Before You Apply

Mauritian citizens currently have a 30-day UAE visa-on-arrival route. If you live in Mauritius but hold another passport, check that passport’s UAE rule before departure and apply only if advance permission is required.

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