Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)

Upon disembarking, passengers follow signage through immigration control, collect checked baggage, clear customs inspection, and exit into the main arrivals hall.

• Complete the Mauritius All-in-One Travel Form online prior to arrival, or complete a physical arrival card if instructed.
• Proceed through passport control where border officials verify entry visas, passports, and accommodation details.
• Collect checked luggage from the assigned carousel in the baggage reclaim area.
• Pass through the customs channel; select Green ('Nothing to Declare') or Red ('Goods to Declare').
• Exit into the public arrivals hall where currency exchange counters, mobile operators, taxis, and tour operators are situated.

• Taxi

  Taxi

  Official taxis operate from the airport ranks located directly outside the arrivals hall.

  Time:

  Roughly 45-60 minutes to Port Louis; 15-30 minutes to southern beach resorts.

  Typical cost:

  Typically 1,500 - 2,500 MUR depending on destination and negotiation.

• Bus

  Public Bus

  Local public buses stop outside the airport terminal perimeter connecting to nearby towns and Port Louis.

  Time:

  Roughly 75-90 minutes to Port Louis via Mahebourg or Curepipe connections.

  Typical cost:

  Typically 40 - 100 MUR.

• Car rental

  Car Rental

  Several international and local car rental agencies maintain desks in the arrival area.

  Time:

  Roughly 45-60 minutes to Port Louis via the M2 motorway.

  Typical cost:

  Varies by vehicle type and rental duration; typically from 1,200 MUR per day.

• Bus

  Hotel Shuttle & Private Transfer

  Pre-booked hotel shuttles and private transfer drivers meet passengers in the arrival hall.

  Time:

  Roughly 45-60 minutes to Port Louis.

  Typical cost:

  Typically 1,800 - 3,000 MUR or included in resort packages.

As a single-terminal airport, international and domestic transfers take place within the same building.

• Connecting passengers following international-to-international routes follow transfer signage to transit security.
• Passengers transferring to domestic services (e.g. to Rodrigues Island) must clear immigration, retrieve baggage, and check in for the domestic segment.
• Ensure sufficient layover time of at least 2 hours when re-checking baggage for domestic onward flights.

Complimentary Wi-Fi service is available throughout the terminal building.

• Select the official airport network ('320M-Airport-WiFi' or similar designated portal).
• Access requires registering via a web browser landing page.
• Local SIM cards from local telecom providers can also be purchased in the arrivals hall for mobile data.

Currency exchange counters and ATMs are available in both the arrivals area and landside halls.

• ATMs accept major international debit and credit cards (Visa, Mastercard).
• Licensed foreign exchange desks offer conversion for major currencies into Mauritian Rupees (MUR).
• Card payment is widely accepted at major hotels and tourist establishments, though cash is preferred for local buses and small shops.

A selection of food and beverage outlets is situated in both airside and landside zones.

• Landside options include small cafes and snack bars near the arrivals and departures halls.
• Airside options after security feature quick-service eateries and local cuisine counters.
• Special dietary options may be limited, but vegetarian selections are generally available.

Premium passenger lounges are available in the departures area after security screening.

• The ATOL Lounge and Air Mauritius Amédée Maingard Lounge cater to premium travellers and lounge program members.
• Paid access or pay-at-the-door entry may be available subject to capacity.
• Lounges offer light refreshments, seating, Wi-Fi, and shower facilities.

There are no hotels directly connected to the terminal building, but several properties operate nearby.

• Holiday Inn Mauritius Mon Trésor is located roughly 3 minutes drive from the terminal.
• Guesthouses and beach resorts are located within a 10 to 20-minute drive in Mahebourg and Blue Bay.
• Most nearby hotels provide airport shuttle transfers upon request.

Baggage claim carousels are located in the arrivals hall prior to customs.

• Trolleys are available free of charge in the baggage reclaim zone.
• A lost and found service desk handles inquiries for delayed or damaged checked baggage.
• Luggage wrapping services are situated in the departures check-in area.

Facilities for passengers travelling with children are provided across the terminal.

• Baby care and diaper-changing rooms are available near main washroom blocks.
• Strollers are permitted through security up to the boarding gate area.
• Family-friendly seating areas are situated near boarding gates.

• ATMs
• Currency exchange
• Duty-free shops
• Food outlets
• Medical clinic
• Prayer room
• Tourist information desk
• Car rental desks

Local emergency number: 112 / 999 (Police), 114 (Ambulance).

• Dial 112 or 999 for Police, and 114 for SAMU Ambulance services.
• A medical first-aid station with nursing staff is located inside the airport terminal.
• Report lost passports or security incidents immediately to the Police desk or airport information desk in the main hall.

• Check your passport validity and any visa, ETA or entry declaration required.
• Confirm your departure terminal on your boarding pass the day before.
• Activate a travel eSIM so you are online the moment you land.
• Download offline maps and screenshot your hotel address and booking reference.
• Tell your bank you are travelling and carry a backup payment card.
• Save the local emergency number and your embassy contact in your phone.
• Photograph your passport and store the copy somewhere you can reach offline.
• Check baggage allowance and any restricted items for your destination.

Airport operations change. Always confirm terminals, fares and timetables with the official sources below before you travel.

• Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport Official SiteOfficial airport source
• Passport and Immigration Office MauritiusGovernment source
• Mauritius Revenue Authority - CustomsGovernment source
• National Transport Authority / Bus Services MauritiusOfficial transit source
• Ministry of Health and Wellness MauritiusGovernment source
• Mauritius Tourism Promotion AuthorityGovernment source