Electricity and sockets
Usually not: Mauritius uses Types C, E and G, and at least one of those systems takes plugs from the UK. The socket in your room decides.
Sockets at the destination
The grid in Mauritius works at 230 V and 50 Hz; the recorded sockets are Types C, E and G. No surprises on voltage: Mauritius runs at 230 V, the same range as at home in the UK.
Watch out when moving on: Lesotho and Botswana use a completely different system. In Africa, 1 of 55 recorded destinations use exactly this combination.
Protective earth
Mauritius has sockets with a protective earth (Types E and G) and without (Type C). A plug that fits mechanically does not guarantee earthing.
Quick check by home country
| From the UK | usually no adapter | Check route → |
|---|---|---|
| From the US | adapter for Types C, E and G | Check route → |
Phone chargers, laptop supplies and 230 V hair dryers from the UK all run in Mauritius without a converter. Check your own device →
Common questions
Usually not: at least one recorded system in Mauritius accepts UK plugs.
Mauritius uses Types C, E and G at 230 V and 50 Hz.
No converter needed – Mauritius runs at 230 V.
If a socket gets hot, crackles or smells burnt, unplug the device straight away.
Data for Mauritius from IEC World Plugs and IEC TR 60083. Sources and method →