🇲🇺 Is Mauritius safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Mauritius: 11 diplomatic missions from 11 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Oct 8, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Mauritius
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- Passport must be valid with over 6 months remaining; previously reported lost passports are detected and rejected at the border
- EU citizens can stay up to 90 days without a visa
- Complete the 'Mauritius All in One travel form' online before travel and bring a printed PDF copy with QR code
- Without the printed form, a paper 'Immigration Disembarkation Card' must be filled out on arrival
Risk areas and situations
- Cyclone season runs from mid-November to mid-April, posing significant weather risk
- Flash floods can occur in specific areas with little or no prior warning
Local laws and customs
- Carrying medication without the corresponding medical prescription can result in a prison sentence under Mauritian law
Health
- Check current weather conditions before and during travel via the Mauritius Meteorological Service
- Flash flooding can occur suddenly in certain areas; monitor local alerts
Emergency numbers in Mauritius
Embassies and consulates in Mauritius
11 diplomatic missions from 11 countries, across 3 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇺 Australia | 1 | Port Louis |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | 1 | Port Louis |
| 🇨🇳 China | 1 | Quatre Bornes |
| 🇫🇷 France | 1 | Port Louis |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 1 | Port Louis |
| 🇮🇳 India | 1 | Port Louis |
| 🇲🇬 Madagascar | 1 | Vacoas-Phoenix |
| 🇷🇺 Russia | 1 | Vacoas-Phoenix |
| 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | 1 | Port Louis |
| 🇺🇸 United States | 1 | Port Louis |
| 🇿🇦 South Africa | 1 | Port Louis |
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Mauritius is French. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in French, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Mauritius safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Mauritius is 1.5/4 (Increased caution, level 2 of 4) as of Oct 8, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Mauritius?
The general emergency number in Mauritius is 999. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Mauritius?
Telcomia tracks 11 diplomatic missions from 11 countries in Mauritius, across 3 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.