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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Mauritius.
Credit cards are recommended for car rentals. Prepaid cards are generally accepted for payment but not for reservations. Please check the possible payment methods with the car rental company in advance.
Cash payment in USD, EUR, or CHF partly possible in tourist areas
Time difference with Switzerland
+ 3 h / + 2 h during our summer time
Capital
Port Louis
National language
Official language
English
Language capabilities
French and Creole
Voltage
220 volt / adapter required for 3-pronged plug
Opening hours
Banks
9.15 - 15.15 h (Mon - Thu)
9.15 - 15.30 h (Fri)
9.15 - 11.15 h (Sat)
Stores
9.30 - 19.30 h (Mon - Sat)
Travel documents for Swiss citizens
Passport still valid 6 months or more after end of stay, return or onward travel ticket and proof of sufficient funds for stays up to 3 months.
Tourists must show confirmation of hotel booking upon arrival.
Other information
Security
Observe elementary safety precautions.
Health situation
Do not drink tap water.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Driving
Left-hand driving.
Swiss driver's license accepted for car rentals if obtained at least 1 year previously, varies by rental company.
International driver's licence recommended.
Minimum age for car rentals: 21 to 25 (varies by company).
Blood alcohol limit: 0.5 ‰.
Country code for calling Switzerland
00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Swiss Embassy / Consulate
Port Louis, 2 Jules Koenig
Tel. +230 427 55 07
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
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