Mauritius

• Population: 1.2 million.
• Area: 1,864 square km, 1,864 square miles.
• Language(s): English, French, Creole and a number of oriental languages
• Capital City: Port Louis
• Major Cities: Curepipe.
• Local Time: GMT +4
• Currency: Mauritius Rupee (MUR 1 = 100 Cents)
• Notes: MUR: 25, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1,000, 2,000
• Coins: MUR: 1, 5, 10. Cents: 20, 50

Passport & Visa Info
The following details relate to holders of adult normal passports (requirements for children may be different), if any other type of passport or travel document is held, entry requirements should be checked with the relevant embassy or consulate.

Restrictions: Passports issued by the governments of Bophuthatswana, Ciskei, Taiwan, Transkei, Venda & that part of Cyprus not controlled by the government of Cyprus are not recognised. Holders of such documents should apply for an entry permit prior to departure.

• Rodrigues Island (RRG)
• Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International (MRU)

The Republic of Mauritius is an island nation in the southwestern Indian Ocean with a stable government and growing economy. Facilities for tourism are well developed. English, French, and Creole are spoken; English and French are common in the main towns and tourist areas, but may not be understood in outlying villages. The capital city is Port Louis.

CRIME : Petty crime is a problem. It is unwise to walk alone at night outside the immediate grounds of hotels. There is a potential for pickpocketing at the central market in Port Louis.

Climate: Sub-tropical oceanic climate with fairly high temperatures and humidity all year round. Rain falls at all times of the year with the wettest period from Jan-Apr. At this time of the year, tropical cyclones are an occasional hazard with very high winds and torrential rain.

Clothing: Lightweights or tropical for summer, with some light woollens for the cool evenings. Rainwear needed for the rainy period.