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How to Call Mauritius from the United States

Country code +230 — Dial 011 230 52XX XXXX from a US landline or +230 52XX XXXX from a mobile phone.

+230
Mauritius Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 230, the country code of Mauritius.
  3. 3Dial the number: 8 digits for mobiles and 7 or 8 for landlines, exactly as written: Mauritius has no leading 0 to drop.
Calling a… Written in Mauritius From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 52XX XXXX 011 230 52XX XXXX +230 52XX XXXX
Landline 5448 XXXX 011 230 5448 XXXX +230 5448 XXXX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 52, 54–55, 57–59, 70 or 73. More number types: Mauritius phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

Mauritius had 173 mobile subscriptions and 36.9 landlines per 100 people in 2024. Most people you call will be on a mobile, so ask for their mobile number and check what your plan charges for calls to Mauritius mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Mauritius

Best Time to Call

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Port Louis, call between 12:00 AM–11:00 AM EST (9:00 PM–8:00 AM PST). Mauritius doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.

Mauritius is on UTC+4, 9 hours ahead of US Eastern Time right now.

Cost Saving Tips

  • VoIP services such as Google Voice or Vonage usually charge less per minute than a carrier's standard international rate.
  • WiFi calling apps (WhatsApp, Viber, FaceTime) are free when both parties have the app.
  • Check your carrier's international plan — many offer add-on packages.

Time Difference

US Eastern (EST)
--:--
UTC-5
+9h
Mauritius
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UTC+4

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call Mauritius from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 230, then the number: 011 230 52XX XXXX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +230 52XX XXXX.
Do I need to drop a 0 when calling Mauritius?
No. Mauritius has no trunk prefix: dial every digit after +230 exactly as written, for example +230 52XX XXXX.
How many digits is a phone number in Mauritius?
8 digits for mobiles and 7 or 8 for landlines after the country code +230. Mobile numbers start with 52, 54–55, 57–59, 70 or 73.
What time should I call Mauritius from the US?
Mauritius is 9 hours ahead of New York (UTC+4 in Port Louis). To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 12:00 AM–11:00 AM EST, or 9:00 PM–8:00 AM PST on the West Coast. Mauritius doesn't change its clocks, so the difference shifts by an hour when the US switches to or from daylight saving time.
How do people in Mauritius call the US?
They dial the exit code 020, then 1 and the 10-digit US number: 020 1 XXX XXX XXXX, or +1 from a mobile.
How much does it cost to call Mauritius?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Mauritius mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Mauritius Quick Info
Country Code +230
ISO Code MU
Capital Port Louis
Time Zone UTC+4
Exit Code (US) 011
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