Mauritius

Capital:	Port Louis
Population:	1 million
Major languages:	English (official), French, Creole, Indian languages
Major religion:	Hinduism, Christianity, Islam
Form of government:	Multiparty republic
Monetary unit:	1 Mauritian rupee=100 cents
Main exports:	Sugar, clothing, tea, jewellery
Internet domain:	.mu
Time zone:	gmt+4
International dialling code:	+230
Trademarks:	Yes, Service marks
Registered Designs:	Yes
Utility Models:	No, but you can file a patent application claiming priority from utility model. Patent application must comply with patentability requirements
Copyright:	Berne Convention
Plant Breeders' Rights:	No, but draft legislation
For more information on trademarks in Mauritius please visit the main Spoor & Fisher website