Port Louis - Post Report Question and Answers

What is the relative size of the expatriate community? How would you describe overall morale among expatriates?

The community is highly concentrated and visible, particularly in the northern (Grand Baie) and western (Black River/Flic en Flac) coastal regions, and is predominantly comprised of citizens from South Africa, France, Germany, and the UK. It is easy to meet expat as long as you make the effort - May 2026


Not a lot of Americans here, but tons of South Africans and French expats. Morale seems pretty high as the Europeans, South Africans, and Americans are thrilled to live near the beach with decent weather year-round. Morale in our Embassy is good and we all get along pretty well. - Jun 2014


Not large, but it is a fun and dynamic group. - Feb 2009