Visa:
is delivered for most European Countries and those who need a visa, please contact our nearest Embassies or Consulates.
All visitors should have a valid passport and a return ticket prior to their arrival in Mauritius.
No vaccination is required except for passengers coming from infected countries - yellow fever, cholera or any contaminated diseases. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travelers over 1 year of age and coming from infected areas.

Airport Tax:
Included in the airfare. An expected € 20 per person will be charged for the Tax Arrival Fee

Climate:
Summer (November to April): 27° C (80° F) on the Coast to 23° C (73° F) on the Central Plateau.
Winter (May to October): 21° C (70° F) on the Coast to 17° C (63° F) on the Central Plateau.
Hours of Daylight approx. from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. in Summer and from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Winter.
July is the Coolest Month 22° C (71° F). February is the Warmest Month 28° C (83° F).
Heavy Rainfalls likely between January and March.

Cyclonic Season :
between December and March

Local Currency:
(indicative)
Britain GBP1 = Rs. 46.65
European Euro1 = Rs. 29.77
USA US$1 = Rs. 29.31
Australia A$1 = R.s 16.53

Credit Card Accepted:
Visa, MasterCard, Diners and American Express are accepted in most restaurants, hotels and shops.

Language:
English is the official language and is widely understood.
French and Creole are the main spoken language used in the everyday life.
A number of oriental languages are also spoken such as Hindi, Mandarin, Urdu, etc.

Electricity:
220/240 Volts. The most common electrical plug is the UK 3-pin.

Shops:
Open from 09H00 to 17H00/18H00

Driving:
On the left with priority on the right in Mauritius. Minimum Age of 21 years for a car rental with an international driving license.

Banks:
Open from 09H00 to 15H00 from Monday to Thursday and Friday until 16H00

Time Difference:
Winter +3 and Summer +2 hours

Pets:
Introduction of dogs and cats are not recommended as they have to undergo 6 months quarantine.