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Mauritius Travel Guide

Port Louis Capital
MUR Currency
English Language
+230 Calling Code
Left Drives on

Entry Requirements

Visa Overview Visa-free For Many Nationalities For Up To 90 Days.
Passport Validity 6 Months
Digital Forms
Cash Declaration Limit $10000 Usd
Alcohol/Tobacco Limits 1l Alcohol, 200 Cigarettes

Safety & Security

Safety Rating Medium
Travel Advisory Exercise Caution
Pickpocketing Risk Low
Night Safety Safe
Common Scams
  • Overcharging in taxis
  • Fake guides

Health & Medical

Emergency Number 999
Response Speed Fast
English-Speaking Doctors Common
Pharmacy 24h Common
Upfront Payment Required

Getting Around

Public Transport Good
Ride-sharing Apps Uber
Navigation Apps Google Maps
Night Transport Safety Safe

Money & Payments

Cash vs Card Mixed
Mobile Payments Apple Pay,google Pay
ATM Availability High
Tipping 10% Is Appreciated In Restaurants.
Estimated Daily Budget (USD)
Backpacker: $40 Tourist: $100 Family: $250

Culture & Etiquette

Dress Code Dress Modestly In Religious Sites.
Public Affection Frowned Upon
Alcohol/Drug Policy Strict
Topics to Avoid
PoliticsReligion

Essential Phrases

Basics & Politeness
Hello
Bonjour
Bohn-zhoor
Goodbye
Au revoir
Oh ruh-vwahr
Please
S'il vous plaît
Seel voo pleh
Thank you
Merci
Mehr-see
Sorry
Désolé
Day-zoh-lay
Communication & Understanding
Do you speak English?
Vous parlez anglais?
Voo pah-lay ahn-glay?
I don’t understand
Je ne comprends pas
Zhuh nuh kohn-prahn pah
Can you speak slowly, please?
Pouvez-vous parler lentement, s'il vous plaît?
Poo-vay voo pahr-lay lahn-tuh-mahn, seel voo pleh?
Can you help me, please?
Pouvez-vous m'aider, s'il vous plaît?
Poo-vay voo meh-day, seel voo pleh?
What does this mean?
Que signifie cela?
Kuh see-nee-fee suh-lah?

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Disclaimer

The information in this guide is intended for general travel planning purposes only and may change without notice. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, Graba SIM does not guarantee the completeness, reliability, or timeliness of the content. Travellers should verify entry requirements, local laws, health advice and services with official sources before and during their trip. Graba SIM is not responsible for any loss, injury, or inconvenience arising from reliance on the information provided. Always check with relevant government and health authorities for the most up-to-date travel requirements.

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