2 African countries whose citizens do not need a visa to enter UK

Citizens of two African countries can travel to the United Kingdom, UK without obtaining a traditional visitor visa in advance, according to the latest UK immigration rules.
The countries are Mauritius and Seychelles.
However, visa-free does not mean that their citizens can simply travel to Britain without prior requirements. Both countries are included in the UK’s Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system, meaning eligible travellers generally need to obtain an ETA before travelling to the UK.
The UK Home Office’s current Visa National List, updated on August 3, 2026, identifies nationalities that require entry clearance before travelling to Britain. Mauritius and Seychelles do ...