How to Get Mayotte Tourist Visit Visa from London
Mayotte is not a well known country and is an overseas territory of France. The archipelago of Mayotte is situated between northwestern Madagascar and northeastern Mozambique. The countries coral reefs, abundant sea life and gorgeous beaches are major selling points for British tourists. Trekking in the mountains and exploring the diverse wildlife in Mayotte leaves life long impressions on the minds of visitors coming from London and other areas of the United Kingdom. The rich culture of Mayotte is an awesome mix of French, Arabic and African influences. This unique indigenous culture is hard to find anywhere else in the world.
If you want to experience the exotic Mayotte archipelago, then follow our tourist visa guideline to get your entry permits and get your vacation started.
Visit: Consulate of France in London
Instructions
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British Citizens
British Citizens do not need a visa to enter Mayotte. Other arrangement of British passport holders should confirm Mayotte's entry requirements with the French Diplomatic mission. There is no minimum passport validity requirement but it is to be made sure that the passport is valid at least for the proposed period of your stay.
Other nationalities
Citizens of other countries should contact Tlscontact or the French embassy in UK to get a visa for Mayotte. French embassy has outsourced its visa processing matters to Tlscontact. A schengen visa would not help entry in Mayotte.
Tlscontact
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Visa Requirements
You have to register on the website of Tlscontact and fill out their form in order to get an individualized documents checklist. The documents required varies from case to case. However, some generic documents required are mentioned below:
a) A valid passport
b) Proof of Funds to finance your stay in Mayotte
c) Proof of accommodation,Airline tickets or itinerary
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Submission of Visa Application
You have to personally visit the Tlscontact office to apply for a visa to Mayotte from London. They will gather your all necessary information in the office and will tell you about the date for the collection of visa after checking all your necessary documents.
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Visa Processing and fees
It is suggested that you apply at least 20 working days before departure. Also, You can not submit visa application more than 90 days before your departure date.
The visa fee range between 7.5 GBP to 100GBP. Als0, 23.33 GBP service fee is charged by Tlscontact. For updated fees or categories given exemption or relaxation in visa fees and other categorizations visit the Tlscontact website.
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Collection of Visa
You should visit the Tlscontact office for the collection of your passport after visa processing is done. Make a call on the above given numbers before visiting them.
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Final checklist of things to take along
Below is s checklist of things to take along for visiting Mayotte.
a) All necessary documents mentioned in Step 2
b) Cash or valid credit card
c) Sunblock and sunglasses and water bottle
d) Maps of city and other locations to explore
e) Mosquito repellent lotion or cream
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Tips and Precautions for tourists before visiting Mayotte
The following precautions are suggested for a safe visit to Mayotte .
a) Visit your physician to take vaccines or immunizations
b) Confirm any abnormality in weather forecasts
c) Check with your insurance company about their travel insurance coverage
d) Passport must be carried all the time (while traveling into the country)
e) You will not be allowed to work on a tourist visa
