Visa

Visa-on-arrival

Language

English

Minimum passport validity

at least 6 months

Phone code

+230

Currency

Mauritian rupee

Covid

There are no COVID restrictions

Health

Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required

Insurance policy

Insurance policy is required

Student visa

A Mauritius student visa is available for international students who wish to study for undergraduate and graduate courses. Information related to academic institutions is recommended to be studied before admission.

What documents must be submitted to obtain a student visa?

Here is the list of documents required to obtain a student visa for Mauritius:

Admission letter from university/college/institute to confirm admission
Completed student visa application form
Bank statement to confirm financial status
Copies of valid passports.

What are the benefits of studying on a student visa?

Here are some of the benefits of studying in Mauritius with a Mauritius student visa:

Tuition is available
Good quality of education
Monitoring by academic and technical experts at the Higher Education Commission (TEC)
The globally accepted language is English and French
Work permit to support tuition fees
There is an opportunity to gain professional experience during the academic course
Positive socio-economic development
Low cost of living
Medical services are available
Quick procedure for obtaining a student visa to Mauritius
IELTS certification is not required.

Can students in Mauritius combine studies with work?

Mauritius allows international students to work part-time for up to twenty hours per week without the need for a grant or work permit. With student residency status, you can secure a part-time job alongside your studies to support your stay in the country.

Can students get a scholarship?

Students are given the opportunity to get a scholarship to study at the Bachelor, Master, Doctor of Philosophy programs in the universities of Mauritius. The Mauritius Government Scholarship for International Students is open for full-time study for the normal duration of the candidate's programme.

You can learn more about education in Mauritius here: https://greatyop.com/government-mauritius-africa-scholarship/

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