Mauritius
Republic of Mauritius
People: Mauritian
Mauritius is located in Eastern Africa and has a population of around 1.2 million. Its capital city is Port Louis, and the most widely spoken official language is English. As an island nation, Mauritius has no land borders.
By the numbers, Mauritius is the 156th most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to 0.02% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 170th out of 196, with a population density of roughly 610 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Mauritius — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of Mauritius |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Port Louis |
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Eastern Africa |
| Population | 1,243,741 |
| Area | 2,040 km² |
| Currency | Mauritian rupee (MUR) ₨ |
| Official Languages | English, French, Mauritian Creole |
| Dialling Code | +230 |
| Internet TLD | .mu |
| Timezone | UTC+04:00 |
| Drives on the | Left side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | MU / MUS |
| Borders | Island nation / no land borders |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mauritius
What is the capital and currency of Mauritius?
The capital of Mauritius is Port Louis and the currency is the Mauritian rupee (MUR), symbol ₨.
What is the capital of Mauritius?
The capital of Mauritius is Port Louis.
What currency does Mauritius use?
Mauritius uses the Mauritian rupee (MUR, symbol: ₨).
What language do they speak in Mauritius?
The official languages of Mauritius are English and French and Mauritian Creole.
What is the dialling code for Mauritius?
The international dialling code for Mauritius is +230.
What side of the road does Mauritius drive on?
Mauritius drives on the left-hand side of the road.
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