The advisory level was increased to 2. The “crime” indicator was added. Advisory summary was updated.
Exercise increased caution to Mauritius due to crime.
Advisory summary
Crime
Most crimes against foreigners are crimes of opportunity. This includes pickpocketing, purse snatchings, and petty thefts.
Petty crime occurs in crowded outdoor shopping areas, beaches, and other tourist spots. It also happens near ATMs.
Other serious crimes in Mauritius include:
- Break-ins
- Violent crimes (serious assaults, murder, rape)
- Verbal harassment and other crimes towards women traveling alone
Review our information on Crime Abroad and for Victims of Crime.
If you decide to travel to Mauritius:
- Do not physically resist any robbery attempt.
- Use caution when walking or driving at night.
- Stay aware of your surroundings.
- Do not display signs of wealth, like expensive watches or jewelry.
- Do not answer your door at your hotel or residence unless you know who it is.
- Stay alert in tourist spots.
- Stay alert when visiting banks or ATMs.
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to get important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate. Enrolling helps the U.S. embassy or consulate contact you or your emergency contact in an emergency.
- Review the Country Security Report for Mauritius.
- Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for the latest Travel Health Information for Mauritius.
- Whether you’re a first time or frequent traveler, use the International Travel Checklist.
- We highly recommend that you buy travel insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancelation coverage.
