Buying or renting
For buying property, the Mauritius Economic Development Board publishes the rules that apply to foreign nationals.
Verified factVerified on 10/2/26High confidenceLiving in Mauritius
Home security
Burglaries are common: check your accommodation's security, avoid isolated places and only rent accommodation registered with the Mauritius Tourism Authority. During a cyclone, you may not leave your accommodation.
Verified factVerified on 10/2/26High confidenceFrance Diplomatie, Travel advice: Mauritius, safetyGOV.UK (FCDO), Mauritius travel advice: safety and security
Sources for this guide
- Living in Mauritius · Source updated: December 23, 2024 · Checked on October 2, 2026
- France Diplomatie, Travel advice: Mauritius, safety · Source updated: September 15, 2026 · Checked on October 2, 2026
- GOV.UK (FCDO), Mauritius travel advice: safety and security · Source updated: September 4, 2026 · Checked on October 2, 2026
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