Embassy of Mauritius in Washington, D.C., United States; address 1709 N Street NW, 20036, Washington; phone +12022441491. Head of mission: H.E. Mr.…
Head of mission: H.E. Mr. Purmanund Jhugroo, Ambassador (as of 2025)
Also accredited to: Canada, Dominican Republic, Trinidad and Tobago
Head of mission: Mr. Andrew M. Knee, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Dr. Sheereen Bibi Banu Jaulim, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Mauritius, 4 Dec 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Bruce E. Dizenfeld, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr. Jean Claude Remi Mazingue, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Mauritius, 4 Dec 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Jitu Somaya, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Mauritius is an appealing destination for some American travelers, thanks to its stunning beaches, lush scenery, and rich cultural diversity. With 33.5 million Americans traveling internationally each year, a portion may find Mauritius an attractive option for leisure and adventure.
Mauritius is considered a relatively safe destination for tourists from the United States. According to the Global Peace Index, Mauritius ranks 22nd out of 160 countries, significantly safer than the United States, which ranks 130th. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in Mauritius is 2.6 per 100,000 people, compared to 6.8 in the United States. Female murder rates also reflect this trend, with Mauritius at 1.8 and the U.S. at 2.9. The Global Organized Crime Index further illustrates the safety difference. For example, Mauritius scores better on mafia presence (2.0 vs. 5.0) and arms trafficking (2.0 vs. 6.5). While both countries face challenges with crime networks and drug trade, Mauritius generally has lower indices across various categories. Overall, tourists from the U.S. can feel relatively secure when visiting Mauritius, although standard travel precautions should still be observed.
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