Mauritius

Mauritius uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type G.

Mauritius uses the Mauritian rupee (symbol: ₨), code MUR.

Banknotes come in denominations of 2000, 1000, 500, 200, 100, 50 and 25 rupees. Rupee is subdivided into 100 cents. Coins come in denominations of 20, 10, 5, 1 and ½ rupees and 20 and 5 cents.

Tipping is usually not expected in Mauritius. However, if you are satisfied with the service provided you can show your appreciation by leaving a small ‘extra’ tip. Receipts usually include a service charge. If there is a service charge there is no need to tip.

Automatic teller machines (local name: ATM) are common in Mauritius. You can usually find them in both large & small cities.

You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM — your standard magnetic card will work fine.

Internet speed in Mauritius is on average 3.5 Mbps.

WiFi coverage in Mauritius is low. It is not as easy to find one.

You can buy a SIM card for about 167.17 MUR, which includes 1 GB of data plan. You can choose from 3 telecoms: Chili (by MTML), Emtel or my.t.

Mauritius uses GSM mobile networks GSM 900.

If you don't want to buy SIM card in Mauritius upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.

To call Mauritius, dial +, then 230 (the country code for Mauritius), then the area code and the local number.

No vaccinations are required to enter this country. The vaccinations listed for this country are recommended for the traveler’s protection.