Mauritius

Car rental in Quatre Bornes

Cars from local rental companies in Quatre Bornes: pick your dates to see real cars with total price, deposit and insurance.

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Cars in Quatre Bornes

Pick pick-up and drop-off dates — the form shows available cars, total price, deposit and insurance.

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Licence & road rules

Driving in Mauritius: licence and road rules

What you need to rent a car and drive here as a visitor. Rules change — check with your rental company before the trip.

EU / EEA licence
Valid

An EU/EEA licence is valid on its own in Mauritius — no IDP needed.

UK licence
Valid

A UK licence is valid on its own in Mauritius — no IDP needed.

US licence
Valid

A US licence is valid on its own in Mauritius — no IDP needed.

Foreign licences valid for visits under about 4 weeks; for longer stays an IDP or local permit is needed. Rental firms often ask for an IDP for licences not in English/French.

TrafficOn the leftright-hand drive — take it easy at first
Speed limits, km/h40 / 80 / 110town / rural / motorway. Towns 40–60 as signed; motorway M1/M2 up to 110
Alcohol limit0.2 ‰blood alcohol; Strict limit (20 mg/100 ml blood, 9 µg/100 ml breath)
Driver agefrom 23usually 1–2 years’ experience; young-driver fees apply
Emergency number112police, ambulance, fire
Tolls

No road tolls.

Tip: Roads are narrow with no pavements; watch for unlit motorbikes and pedestrians at night. Keep yellow chalk in the car — required to mark positions after an accident.

How to rent a car

Four steps from choosing a city to getting the keys in Quatre Bornes.

Choose a car
  1. Choose a city and dates

    Pick where and when to collect the car. You can return it to the same place or, with many companies, in another city.

    Pick-up and drop-off in the form
  2. Compare the cars

    Each car shows the total price for your dates, the deposit, insurance, mileage limit and driver requirements.

    All terms before you book
  3. Book online

    The rental company confirms the booking. Usually a small prepayment online and the rest on pick-up.

    Confirmed by the company
  4. Get the keys

    Bring your passport and driving licence. The car is handed over at the office, the airport or, often, at your hotel.

    Passport + licence

Car rental FAQ

The essentials, so you can plan your trip with confidence.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Quatre Bornes?

It depends on the season, car class and rental length — longer rentals are cheaper per day. The form shows the total price with insurance once you pick dates.

Do I need an International Driving Permit to rent a car in Quatre Bornes?

EU/EEA licence: An EU/EEA licence is valid on its own in Mauritius — no IDP needed. UK licence: A UK licence is valid on its own in Mauritius — no IDP needed. US licence: A US licence is valid on its own in Mauritius — no IDP needed. Foreign licences valid for visits under about 4 weeks; for longer stays an IDP or local permit is needed. Rental firms often ask for an IDP for licences not in English/French.

Where do I get an International Driving Permit?

Get it at home before the trip: in the UK at PayPoint shops, in the US through AAA, in EU countries from the licensing authority or national automobile club. It is a translation of your licence and is valid only together with it.

What are the speed limits in Mauritius?

Typically 40 km/h in towns, 80 km/h outside towns and 110 km/h on motorways. Towns 40–60 as signed; motorway M1/M2 up to 110. Always follow the signs — cameras are common and fines reach you via the rental company.

Are there toll roads or vignettes in Mauritius?

No road tolls.

What is the drink-driving limit?

The limit is 0.2 ‰ blood alcohol (Strict limit (20 mg/100 ml blood, 9 µg/100 ml breath)). The safest rule is not to drink at all before driving.