Basic Travel Requirements for Mauritians visiting
El Salvador
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Salvadoran Visa.
- A Mauritius passport with a validity of six months from date of departure from El Salvador.
- The passport must have at least two blank pages for visa stamps
- Completed and signed visa application form
- Receipt of application fee payments
- Two recent passport-sized photographs
- Copy of trip itinerary
- Proof of return flight ticket
- Proof of ability to pay bills incurred during the trip(e.g. bank statements,pay check, letter from employer)
- Confirmation letter from travel insurance company
- Proof of accommodation for duration of the trip
El Salvador Visa for Mauritians
Facts about El Salvador
El Salvador is a small country located in Central America. The country is very popular for its beaches, surf spots, mild tropical climate, and mountainous landscape. The country has more than 2,000 archeological sites and each stand out for their importance. Sand beaches in El Salvador allow tourists to engage in activities such as fishing, surfing, or sunbathing. The country also boasts sublime national parks where tourists can go to see various species of birds and other animals.
The tourism industry in El Salvador is a huge contributor to the economy of the country. Statistics showed in 2014 that a total of 1,394,000 international tourists visited El Salvador. This resulted in the industry contributing $855.5 million to the country’s GDP and provided over 80,000 jobs. It has been estimated that this number is set to further increase in the years to come.
Avoid the possession, use, and trafficking of illegal drugs during your time in the country. Lengthy prison sentences will be handed out to anyone caught for any drug-related offense. Moving around with unlicensed firearms will lead to your arrest and time in jail.
Types of El Salvador Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | 15-21 days | 90 days |
| Business visa | 15-21 days | 90 days |
General Requirements for El Salvador Visa
- A Mauritius passport with a validity of six months from date of departure from El Salvador.
- The passport must have at least two blank pages for visa stamps
- Completed and signed visa application form
- Receipt of application fee payments
- Two recent passport-sized photographs
- Copy of trip itinerary
- Proof of return flight ticket
- Proof of ability to pay bills incurred during the trip(e.g. bank statements,pay check, letter from employer)
- Confirmation letter from travel insurance company
- Proof of accommodation for duration of the trip
El Salvador Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- Tourist visa is issued to individuals who want to travel to El Salvador for tourism, visit or leisure purposes
- The visa is valid for 90 days and as such is called a short stay visa
- It is strictly for recreation and relaxation and cannot be used to study or work
- You are required be have a stay permit at all time to avoid embarrassment by the local police
- Festivals and events can be attended by holders of this visa
- A proof of all payments made is required for effective processing of the visa
- Invitation letter from the applicant’s host in El-Salvador stating the purpose of visit and duration of stay should be provided
- If the applicant intends to stay in a hotel during the visit then a proof of reservation should be included in the documents
- If the applicant will stay with a relative for the duration of the visit then a letter containing information such as the name of relative, contact, and address of relative and relationship between applicant and relative is necessary
- For minors, parents/guardians are to sign an authorization form and a copy of the child’s birth certificate should be provided
- Applicants are advised to be vaccinated against yellow fever before travelling to El Salvador
- It is an offense to stay in El Salvador beyond your visa validity period
El Salvador Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- Business visa is issued to those who intend to go to El Salvador for commercial and trade activities
- It can also serve in business meetings, conferences or to carrying out business purchases
- An invitation letter from the business partner in El Salvador is required. The business letter must meet the following requirements
- It should be printed on the company’s letter headed paper
- It should specify the exact purpose of the trip
- It should state if it is the host or applicant that will take care of expenses during the trip
- It should contain full details of the inviting party (name, phone number, address, official stamp, signature of the legal representative of the entity)
- For the employed, an official letter from the employer stating that the applicant is allowed to be on the trip and will return by or before the expiration of the visa
- Original and photocopy of business registration certificate and tax clearance are required during the visa application for owners of personal businesses.
- Holders of the visa are neither allowed to take up any form of employment nor are they allowed to study
- If both parties(host and invitee) have been engaged in a previous business, a proof of that transaction is required
- Application fee must be paid in full before visa can be processed.
- The applicant must possess valid travel insurance.
- The applicant might be invited by the consul for a physical interview if necessary
- Note that application forms not properly filled will not be attended to
El Salvador Visa Fees
Tourist visa
100.00 (USD)
Business visa
100.00 (USD)