Mauritius — Baby Travel Info
Mauritius car seat laws, baby formula availability, and tap water safety for families travelling with children.
Car Seat Laws
- Legally required
- partial
- Age range
- 0 – 5 years
- Approved standards
- ECE R44
- Rear-facing required
- no
- Enforcement notes
- Law exists but enforcement is limited.
- Notes
- Traffic regulations reference child restraints for young children. Enforcement is inconsistent. Taxis exempt. Car seats available in Port Louis shops but selection is limited. Bring your own for rental vehicles. Driving on the left.
Compatible Car Seats
| Model | Type | Certifications | Compatible |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cybex Aton 2 | infant | FAA, ECE R44 | Yes (ece r44) |
| Joie Gemm | infant | ECE R44 | Yes (ece r44) |
Formula Availability
- Availability
- limited
- Notes
- Limited selection in pharmacies in Port Louis; bring preferred brand
Tap Water Safety
- Safety
- yes
- Notes
- Safe throughout the island