Healthcare in Mauritius
Public & private medical care in Mauritius – here’s what both residents and visitors should know.
About
Mauritius Healthcare system
There are two types of healthcare accessible in Mauritius: Public and Private healthcare. Together, these system serves locals in Mauritius, expatriates, and tourists alike. Whether you need routine checkups, specialised or emergency treatment, understanding how healthcare operates in Mauritius will help you choose the right option.
When it comes to access, areas such as Port Louis, Curepipe, Quatre Bornes, and Grand Baie have easier access to healthcare. However, the island also has community health centres throughout to ensure broader care. However, although Mauritians speak Creole, the majority of medical staff in Mauritius are fluent in French and English, which facilitates communication with not only locals but international patients as well.
Public Healthcare in Mauritius
The public healthcare system is managed by the Ministry of Health and Wellness and provides free services to all Mauritian citizens, including government-run hospitals, health centres, and community clinics. Some services include:
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Consultations
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Child Health and Maternity
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Emergency Treatment
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Surgery and Hospitalization
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Vaccination
While these services are accessible to residents, they often come with longer waiting times. Public healthcare is generally not available to foreign nationals, who are advised to use private services.
For more info about public healthcare, visit our List of Hospitals page
Private Healthcare in Mauritius
Private healthcare in Mauritius is widely used by locals, expatriates, and medical tourists seeking faster and more personalised care. These facilities are generally well-equipped and offer specialised services such as surgery, diagnostics, and wellness treatments. Some benefits include:
- Reduced wait times
- Access to advanced and specialised care
- Modern medical technology
Payment is made out-of-pocket or through private insurance.
For more info about private healthcare, visit our list of hospitals and list of clinics page
About
Emergency Medical Services
In case of an emergency, 24-hour medical help is available if there is an emergency, such as an accident or sudden illness, poisoning or in case of serious medical conditions. To assist you promptly, a list of important medical contact numbers to save lives in an emergency is listed below.
| Services | Number |
|---|---|
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Public Ambulance/SAMU
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114 |
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Police |
999 |
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Fire & Rescue
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115 / 995
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Private Ambulance – C Care Darné & Tamarin
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118
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Private Ambulance – C Care Wellkin & Grand Baie
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132 |
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Poison Control Centre – Victoria Hospital
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454 2671 |
What we can do for you
Mauritius Healthcare is an information platform created in collaboration with TBI Business Advisors, a trusted relocation firm in Mauritius. Although we do not offer medical services ourselves, TBI assists clients relocating to Mauritius by helping with health and life insurance introductions and coordinating the medical testing necessary for permit applications. Additionally, our goal is to maintain this page relevant and helpful for anyone seeking credible information about Mauritius’s clinics, hospitals, insurance, and wellness. TBI has years of experience and is the most dependable team of immigration consultants we have worked with.