Mauritius
VERIFIED · MAY 202622 ENTRIESOTHER
Mauritius is in Other. Review the laws below before your trip — every entry has a source link, and the verdict layer is sorted worst-first.
HEADS UP
Indian Ocean island nation. Drug penalties strict (death penalty abolished but life possible). Same-sex relations decriminalized 2023 (Supreme Court). Photography of military restricted. Reef-safe sunscreen encouraged.
DO NOT BRING
Drug trafficking · Coral / sea-shell collection in marine parks
Medications
4 entriesSubstances
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4 entriesActivities
4 entriesDigital
3 entriesCOMMON MISCONCEPTIONS
- Mauritius (the country) is distinct from Mauritania — different continents.
- Drug enforcement has historically been strict; mandatory minimums apply.
JURISDICTION NOTES
- Same-sex relations were decriminalized by Supreme Court in October 2023 (struck down Section 250).
- Multi-cultural/multi-religious society — public conduct varies by area.
OFFICIAL SOURCES
Last verified · May 2026
Information only. Not legal advice. Laws change and enforcement varies — consult a qualified attorney for your jurisdiction before acting.