Government Advisory
45
ElevatedLevel 2: Exercise increased caution
Mauritius
AfricaHigher risk than 50% of countries. Main concerns: petty crime and tourist scams.
Traveler Practical Risk
41
ElevatedConfidence: high. Main drivers: petty crime, tourist scams, transport reliability.
Risk Profile
Score breakdown across 7 risk dimensions
🔓Petty Crime
Africa avg: 5768
🎭Scams
Africa avg: 6658
🚌Transport
Africa avg: 6636
📢Civil Unrest
Africa avg: 7234
⚠️Violent Incident
Africa avg: 5030
🌊Natural Disaster
Africa avg: 2424
🏥Health
Africa avg: 4318
Practical advice
- ✓Use app-based rides after dark and avoid displaying valuables in crowded areas.
Data Sources & Updates · Last updated 12/8/2025
Indicators: World Bank Governance & Stability Indicators (2024)
Recent update: Updated 2025-12-08 from refreshed advisory and traveler risk indicators.
Frequently Asked Questions — Mauritius
- Is Mauritius safe to travel to?
- Mauritius has a practical risk score of 41/100 (Elevated). The government advisory level is "Elevated". Main risk drivers are petty crime and tourist scams.
- What are the main travel risks in Mauritius?
- The primary risk factors for travelers in Mauritius are: petty crime, tourist scams, transport reliability. Petty crime is rated 68/100 and violent incidents 30/100.
- What is the current travel advisory for Mauritius?
- The U.S. Department of State advisory for Mauritius is "Elevated" (score: 45/100). Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- What safety tips should I know before visiting Mauritius?
- Use app-based rides after dark and avoid displaying valuables in crowded areas.
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