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🇷🇪Reunion
Africa· Updated 06/03/2026
Information
Capital
Saint-Denis
Population
886,220
Currency
Euro (EUR €)
Languages
Français, Créole réunionnais
Continent
Africa
Calling code
+262
Timezone
Indian/Reunion
Area
2,510 km²
Government
Overseas department and region
National day
14 July - Bastille Day
Internet domain
.re
About
La Réunion is a French overseas department and region in the Indian Ocean, east of Madagascar. It is renowned for its exceptional biodiversity, volcanic landscapes, and multicultural population. The economy is driven by tourism, agriculture, and services.
Safety
Risk level :Overall security level is moderate, vigilance recommended in urban areas.
Risk areas
Saint-Denis center - Petty delinquencyLe Port - Urban crime
Crime(medium)
- Avoid wearing visible valuables
- Do not travel alone at night in isolated areas
Terrorism(low)
- Low risk, follow French alerts
Transport
- Monitor belongings, prefer official taxis
Natural risks(Seasonal cyclones (Nov-Apr), volcanic eruptions)
- Follow Météo France alerts, have an evacuation plan
Health(Good French healthcare system)
- DTP vaccines, hepatitis A/B, malaria not present but chikungunya possible
- Drinking water but treatment recommended
Practical tips
- Register with the Ariane system for French nationals
- Comprehensive travel insurance
- Respect marked hiking trails
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city centerN/A
1-bedroom apartment in city centerN/A
1-bedroom apartment in suburbN/A
3-bedroom apartment in city centerN/A
3-bedroom apartment in suburbN/A
Food
Inexpensive restaurant meal16.50
Meal for 2 at mid-range restaurant55.00
McDonald's menuN/A
Local beer (0.5L)N/A
CappuccinoN/A
Water (1.5L)1.03
Bread (500g)N/A
Milk (1L)N/A
Eggs (12)5.79
Chicken (1kg)13.86
Apples (1kg)2.54
Bananas (1kg)1.85
Transport
Public transport ticketN/A
Monthly transport subscriptionN/A
Taxi ride (start)N/A
Taxi (1km)N/A
Gasoline (1L)N/A
Leisure
Fitness membership (monthly)N/A
Tennis court (1h weekend)N/A
CinemaN/A
TheaterN/A
Health
General practitioner consultationN/A
Dentist consultationN/A
Antibiotic medicationsN/A
Cold medications (6 days)N/A
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)N/A
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)N/A
Public services for 85m² apartmentN/A
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)N/A
Nike sports shoesN/A
International primary school (monthly)N/A
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage220V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType C, Type E
Emergency numbers
Police17
Ambulance15
Fire department18
Practical information
Driving side
Right
Tap water
safe
Tipping
Not mandatory, rounding or 5-10%