Sub Saharan Africa

Visas
 
British nationals do not need to obtain visas before arrival.  A visa, normally valid for three months, will be issued on arrival to holders of valid British passports in possession of return tickets.  If you intend to work in Mauritius, you must arrange a work permit in advance.
 
Passport validity
 
You may be refused entry to Mauritius if your passport has less than six months validity remaining or if you do not have a return ticket.
 
Yellow fever certificate

All passengers arriving from an area where yellow fever exists will need a yellow fever certificate.  Further information can be obtained from the Mauritian High Commission in London (co-located with the Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority).

Travelling with children
 
Single parents or other adults travelling alone with children should be aware that some countries require documentary evidence of parental responsibility before allowing lone parents to enter the country or, in some cases, before permitting the children to leave the country.  For further information on exactly what will be required at immigration, please contact the Mauritian High Commission in London.