What is Mauritius's country code?
The country code for Mauritius is +230.
Country codes are assigned by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
How do I dial Mauritius?
- International format (recommended)
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+230 [local number]Example:
+230 5251 2345 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+230followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
230, then the local number.Common access codes: US/Canada: 011, UK: 00, Australia: 0011
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Mauritius numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Mauritius?
Indian/Mauritius
Good time to call
05:04 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Mauritius?
International calls to Mauritius vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $0.30/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 90% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 90% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 90% more |
| DialHard | $0.30 | Save ~90% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Calling Mauritius
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Frequently asked questions
Is +230 a mobile or landline code?
+230 is the country code for all of Mauritius—both mobile and landline numbers use this code. The digits after the country code may indicate the number type, but this varies by country.
Why won't my call to Mauritius connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +230 (not 00230 or 230)
- Extra digits: Remove any trunk prefix (usually 0) from the start of the local number
- Missing digits: Ensure you have the complete local number after the country code
How do I save a Mauritius number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +230 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.