Mauritius to France: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇲🇺 Mauritius → 🇫🇷 France
Visa Free

Up to 90 days without a visa.

Mauritius citizens can enter France without a visa for up to 90 days. No embassy appointment or pre-application is required for short stays. Cost of living in France runs about 23% higher than in Mauritius (index 68 vs 45, NYC=100).

Mauritius Passport Strength

94 Visa-free
25 Visa on arrival
44 e-Visa
36 Visa required

Entry Details — France

Entry type
Visa Free
Citizens can enter without a visa for tourism or short stays.
Maximum stay
90 days
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — France
67.7
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — France
45%
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$1,692/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

Other Europe Destinations — Mauritius Passport

🇦🇱AlbaniaVisa Free 🇦🇩AndorraVisa Free 🇦🇹AustriaVisa Free 🇧🇾BelarusVisa Required 🇧🇪BelgiumVisa Free 🇧🇦Bosnia and HerzegovinaVisa Free 🇧🇬BulgariaVisa Free 🇭🇷CroatiaVisa Free

Cost of Living & Tax Overview

France is approximately 23% more expensive than Mauritius (index 68 vs 45, NYC=100). Budget accordingly for accommodation and daily expenses.
France cost of living guide →
Tax rates in France — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Mauritius citizens need a visa to visit France?+

Mauritius passport holders currently have Visa Free access to France. Citizens can enter without a visa for tourism or short stays.

How long can Mauritius passport holders stay in France?+

The authorised stay for Mauritius citizens in France is 90 days per entry under current rules. Extensions may be available — check with local immigration authorities on arrival.

Is there a digital nomad visa for France?+

Pas de nomad visa. Visa visiteur + talent passport = options réalistes. Visa visiteur longue durée — Frais : €99. Durée : 12 mois renouvelable. Interdit de travailler pour employeur français. Clients hors-France OK. Talent Passport (Passeport Talent) — Frais : €99. Durée : 4 ans. Master ou 5 ans d'expérience + contrat ou levée de fonds. Micro-entrepreneur — CA plafonné €77 700/an (services). Charges ~22%. TVA non applicable sous seuil.

What is the cost of living in France?+

The cost of living index for France is 67.7 (NYC=100). See the entry details section for an estimated monthly expat budget. For detailed price breakdowns visit the full cost of living guide for France.

What documents are required for Mauritius citizens to enter France?+

A valid Mauritius passport is the minimum requirement. Since entry is visa free, no additional visa is needed for short stays.

Data source: Passport Index 2026 (github.com/imorte/passport-index-data, MIT). Visa requirements change without notice — always verify with the official embassy before travel. Last updated April 2026. Not legal or immigration advice.