English, French, and Creole are spoken. The capital city is Port Louis. The airport departure tax is included in the price of a plane ticket. Overseas inquiries may be made at the nearest Mauritian embassy or consulate. U.S. citizens should avoid crowds and street demonstrations.
Petty crime is a problem.
It is unwise to walk alone at night outside the immediate grounds of hotels. There is a potential for pickpocketing at the central market in Port Louis. The loss or theft abroad of a U.S. passport should be reported immediately to the local police and the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. The pamphlets, A Safe Trip Abroad and Tips for Travelers to Sub-Saharan Africa, provide useful information on personal security while traveling abroad and on travel in the region in general. Emergency assistance is limited.