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Travel advice for Mauritius

Everything you need to know before you travel

Facts about Mauritius

Capital

Port Louis

Currency

Mauritian Rupee

(MUR)

Population

1,286,051

Language

English and French

Time zone

GMT +4

Flight duration

13 hours 15 minutes from Dublin

Seven Coloured Earth Geopark

Best time to go to Mauritius

Mauritius’ weather is warm all year round. Between November and May you can expect daily temperatures in the high 20s and low 30s. The rest of the year the mercury hovers around 24˚C. There’s a wet season in Mauritius, but it’s nowhere near as pronounced as in other countries. The months of January to March experience a bit of rain, but showers tend to be short, sharp and heavier inland than on the coast.

Passports & Visas

European citizens don’t need a visa to enter Mauritius, but must have a valid passport. For the most up-to-date passport and visa info, visit www.dfa.ie/travel/travel-advice/a-z-list-of-countries/mauritius

Health & Safety

You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance to cover you while you’re away. If you’re planning on diving, check your policy covers you for this. For the latest health and safety information, visit https://www.dfa.ie/travel/travel-advice/a-z-list-of-countries/mauritius/

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