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Mauritius (MU)

Indian Ocean island state with bilingual English-French administration, strong financial services, occupation permits, premium visa options, beaches, private healthcare and a high-trust but paperwork-heavy expat environment.

Capital: Port Louis
Region: Africa
Language: English
Currency: MUR (Rs)
Cost of living: Affordable (index 52)
Emergency: 112
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Bringing Pets to Mauritius

Requirements, costs and process for relocating with your pets.

Microchip
Required
Health certificate
Required
Import permit
Required
Quarantine
Required

Quarantine duration: Minimum 30 days quarantine at the Government Quarantine Station (Animals). Quarantine starts on the day of arrival. Costs: approximately USD 50–150/week depending on animal size; confirm exact fees with the Mauritius Veterinary Services (MVS).

Vaccinations

Rabies vaccination — primary vaccination: given not less than 60 days and not more than 12 months before arrival. Booster: not less than 30 days and not more than 12 months before arrival. Rabies-Neutralising Antibodies Titration Test (RNATT) — required. Blood sample drawn at least 31 days after rabies vaccination and at least 90 days before travel to Mauritius. Must be conducted at an OIE-approved laboratory. Distemper, Leptospirosis, Parvovirus — dogs (required by Mauritius Veterinary Services) Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Panleukopenia, Feline Leukaemia (FeLV) — cats (required) Parasite treatment as required by import permit/vet instructions IMPORTANT: Dogs and cats must be neutered/spayed before import. Pregnant animals are not permitted entry.

Restricted Breeds

Plus Airline/import restrictions can apply; check official veterinary service and carrier rules

💰 Costs

Budget USD 500-3,000+ per pet including tests, import permit, cargo, quarantine, agent and vet fees.

🐕 Dog Tax / Registration

No national annual dog tax. Lease agreements, gated community rules, and beach access rules matter.

Register with a local vet immediately; ask about cyclone boarding, tick/heartworm prevention and emergency hours.

📋 Relocation Process

Start months ahead: microchip, rabies/titre if required, import permit from veterinary authorities, approved route/carrier, health certificate, quarantine booking and local vet registration.

Mauritius is strict because it is rabies-free/controlled. Do not ship pets until import permit and quarantine conditions are confirmed.