Mauritius curfew extended until Monday morning, 19 October

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The curfew continues on Friday 16, Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 October 2026, from 10 p.m. to 4:30 a.m. the following morning. The final announced period ends at 4:30 a.m. on Monday 19 October.

This notice covers three overnight periods, each from 10 p.m. to 4:30 a.m., ending on Monday 19 October 2026. Check the latest authority updates before travelling.

The curfew announcement

In its communiqué dated 16 October 2026, the Prime Minister’s Office announces that Cabinet has maintained the curfew for the next three nights. The hours are now 10 p.m. to 4:30 a.m. the following morning. Follow the Mauritius Police Force’s instructions on the restrictions, their geographical scope and any applicable exemptions.

The three periods run from Friday 16 October at 10 p.m. to Saturday 17 October at 4:30 a.m.; Saturday 17 October at 10 p.m. to Sunday 18 October at 4:30 a.m.; and Sunday 18 October at 10 p.m. to Monday 19 October at 4:30 a.m.

The public is asked to cooperate with the authorities, comply with the curfew and follow official communications for further updates.

Read the Prime Minister’s Office communiqué of 16 October

Mauritius Police Force.

Tourism Authority communiqué

In its notice dated 13 October, the Tourism Authority refers to localised incidents overnight on 12–13 October and the deployment of police resources to maintain public order and protect residents and visitors.

Read the official Tourism Authority communiqué

Guidance from the Tourism Authority

The Tourism Authority asks tourism operators to remain vigilant, provide advice and assistance to their guests, keep in regular contact and remain available to address their concerns. It also asks operators to use official communications from the competent authorities for current information and to advise their guests accordingly.

Read the Tourism Authority’s guidance.

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