Facts about Mauritius
What to wear in Mauritius
When visiting Mauritius it is advisable to take your best beach and casual wear. In the winter months (June -September), carry some light woolen clothing for the cool evenings. Please show due respect when visiting religious places. Wear appropriate clothing (and remove leather shoes and belts) when entering a religious premises.
Emergency numbers
- Police : 999 / 112
- Ambulance : 999 / 114
- Fire : 995 / 115
- Information : 150
Flights from Europe
When visiting Mauritius it is advisable to take your best beach and casual wear. In the winter months (June -September), carry some light woolen clothing for the cool evenings. Please show due respect when visiting religious places. Wear appropriate clothing (and remove leather shoes and belts) when entering a religious premises.
Working Hours
Private Sector : Monday to Friday: 8.30 am – 4.15 pm, Saturday : 9am -noon (Some offices)
Public Sector : Monday to Friday: 9 am – 4 pm, Saturday : 9 am – 1pm
Currency
The Mauritian unit of currency is the rupee (Rs), which is divided into 100 cents (c). There are coins of 5, 10, 20, 25, 50 cents, and of 1, 5 and 10 Rupees (Rs). The bank note denominations are in 25, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1000 and 2000 rupees
Shopping
Shopping hours in the main cities ranges from 9.30 am to 7.30 pm (Monday-Saturday). Some shops are open till noon on Sundays and public holidays. Many duty free shops and modern shopping centers (Caudan, Curepipe, Floréal Square, Happy World House, Orchard Centre) offer a wide choice of products.
Tipping
Tipping is not compulsory in Mauritius.
Time
Mauritius is four hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time and three hours ahead of mid-European Time (2 hours difference during the winter time, and 4 hours difference during the summer time).
Telecommunications
Mauritius has international direct dialing facilities to most parts of the world as well as high speed fax and Internet services.
Driving
Driving is on the left, with priority to the right.
Electricity
- 220 volts
International Country Calling code – Mauritius
- +230
Mauritian Flag
The flag of Mauritius consists of red, blue, yellow and green bands which stands for:
- Red: Red represents the struggle for freedom and independence.
- Blue: Blue represents the Indian Ocean, in the middle of which Mauritius is situated.
- Yellow: Yellow represents the new light of independence.
- Green: Green represents the agriculture of Mauritius and its colour throughout the 12 months of the year.
The official colour codes of the flag are in accordance with the Mauritius Standard Bureau.