Embassy of France in Port Louis, Mauritius; address 14 rue Saint-Georges, Port Louis; phone +23020201001. Head of mission: Mr. Frédéric Bontems. Plus 2…
Head of mission: Mr. Frédéric Bontems, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Mauritius, 19 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Benoît Jolicoeur, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
France is a top global tourism destination, attracting millions of visitors annually. It holds significant appeal for some Mauritians, with around 100,000 traveling abroad each year, and a portion of them likely considering France for their travels.
France presents a moderate level of safety for tourists, including those from Mauritius. According to safety rankings, France is 40th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night. In the Global Peace Index, France ranks 84th out of 160 countries, significantly lower than Mauritius, which ranks 22nd. In terms of crime statistics, Mauritius has a murder rate of 2.6 per 100,000 people, while France's rate is lower at 1.1. However, the rates of female murders are higher in Mauritius (1.8) compared to France (0.7). Regarding organized crime, Mauritius generally scores better than France across various categories. For example, Mauritius has a mafia group index of 2.0 compared to France's 6.0. Similarly, Mauritius scores lower in crime networks (6.0 vs. 6.5), human trafficking (4.5 vs. 6.0), and arms trafficking (2.0 vs. 6.0). Overall, while France is a popular tourist destination, visitors from Mauritius should be aware of the varying safety levels and crime statistics when planning their trip.