Emergency
Tap any number to call from a mobile device
Essential Phrases
General
Excusez-moi
ex-koo-ZAY mwa
Excuse me
Combien?
kom-bee-YEN
How much?
Je voudrais acheter
zhuh voo-DREH ahsh-TEH
I want to buy...
Non
NOHN
No
S il vous plait
see voo PLEH
Please
Ou est?
oo eh
Where is...?
Oui
WEE
Yes
Greetings
Bonjour
bohn-ZHOOR
Hello
Merci
mehr-SEE
Thank you
Emergency
Aide!
eh-DEH
Help!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to travel to Réunion right now?
The U.S. Department of State rates Réunion at Level 1 (Normal Precautions) as of the current advisory. We do not have a current U.S. travel advisory on file.
Do U.S. citizens need a visa for Réunion?
Visa requirements depend on your passport and length of stay. Use TravelSafe's free Visa Checker (linked in the Visa Requirements section above) to see the latest entry rules, passport validity requirements, and any visa-on-arrival options.
What are the emergency numbers in Réunion?
Emergency services in Réunion: General 112; Ambulance 15; Police 17; Fire 18. Tap any number in the Emergency section above to call directly from a mobile device.
Is Réunion safe for solo travelers?
With the current advisory at Level 1 (Normal Precautions), Réunion is generally manageable for prepared solo travelers. Standard precautions apply: share your itinerary, keep digital copies of your passport, and register with STEP (step.state.gov).
Always cross-check with official sources: travel.state.gov · cdc.gov
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