Anyone planning a vacation in Mauritius this summer should add an additional item to their checklist before departure. A stricter rule has recently come into effect for entry to the dream island in the Indian Ocean: all air travelers must complete the "Mauritius All-in-One Travel Form". What was previously only recommended has now effectively become mandatory. The most important information for Mauritius vacationers.
The background to the stricter measures is an Ebola outbreak in East Africa. The Bundibugyo ebolavirus was detected in both the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda in mid-May 2026; the World Health Organization shortly thereafter classified the situation as a "public health emergency of international concern". To assess the health status of arrivals, Mauritius authorities now require the form from all arriving air passengers - as indicated by the Foreign Office in its current travel and safety advisories as well as the Mauritius Civil Aviation Authority.
Entry card and health declaration in one
The "All-in-One Travel Form" combines several previous documents into a single digital declaration. Instead of completing separate entry and health forms at the airport, travelers enter their personal data, travel information, and health details online in advance. The result is a PDF with a QR code that is presented at the health and immigration counter. Those who do not complete the form in advance must fill out a paper form upon arrival, which can lead to wait times.
Only complete via the official site
Important to know: the form is free and accessible exclusively through the official government portal safemauritius.govmu.org. Providers that charge a fee for completing it are neither authorized nor recommended by Mauritius authorities. The input form is only available in English and French; automatic browser translation makes it easier for German-speaking vacationers to complete.
Entry ban for certain travelers
Beyond the form, another rule applies: non-Mauritian nationals who have been in or traveled through the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan within the past 21 days are generally not permitted to enter. Exceptions are made for holders of certain residence, work, or study permits as well as a so-called Premium visa; they must quarantine for 21 days after arrival.
For German vacationers traveling directly from Germany, nothing changes. They still do not need a visa for tourist stays of up to 90 days, only a passport that is valid beyond the duration of stay - and the new form, of course. Independent of Ebola, the Foreign Office also points out that cases of chikungunya fever, a disease transmitted by day-active mosquitoes, have increased in Mauritius since early 2026; consistent mosquito protection is therefore recommended.
