10/08/2026
Mauritius Student Visa Process (Short Overview)
According to the Guidelines for Application and Issuance of Entry/Residence Permit to Study in Mauritius
Before Coming to Mauritius
Student gets admission in an HEC/MQA-approved institution.
College enrolls the student on NELS and generates an Enrolment Key.
Student submits the visa application online through NELS using the enrolment key.
Documents Required
Passport bio pages
Passport-size photo
Offer Letter
Acceptance Letter
Bank statement showing at least MUR 150,000
Sponsorship letter (if applicable)
Accommodation proof
Medical reports (Fitness Certificate, Blood Tests, Chest X-ray, etc.)
Visa Decision
Passport & Immigration Office (PIO) normally processes complete applications within 2 weeks.
If approved, an Entry Permit is issued.
After Arrival in Mauritius
Within 14 days of arrival, the student must:
Medical Requirements in Mauritius
Chest X-ray
Full Blood Count (FBC)
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis C
VDRL/TPHA
HIV Test
Filariasis Test (for students from India and other listed countries)
Leprosy Certificate (required for students from India and certain countries)
Original Document Verification
Student receives an appointment from PIO and must present:
Original Passport
Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
Bank Statements
Sponsorship Letter (if applicable)
Accommodation Proof
Offer Letter
Any other document requested by PIO.
Final Outcome
After verification, PIO will:
Grant the Residence Permit, or
Refuse the application.
Important Points
Students can work up to 20 hours per week while studying.
Tourist/Visitor visas cannot be converted into a student permit.
Overstaying is a serious offence.
Simple Flow:
Admission β Enrolment Key β NELS Application β Entry Permit Approval β Travel to Mauritius β Local Medical Tests β PIO Document Verification β Residence Permit Issued.
Ebis Team
Mauritius