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πŸ‡²πŸ‡Ί Mauritius Travel Advisory

Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Crime

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ US State Department Advisory

Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

Exercise increased caution in Mauritius due to crime . 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 Cri...

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Updated: Mon, 08 Dec 2025

Last updated: March 14, 2026 at 05:19 UTC