Mayotte is located in Eastern Africa, and its capital is Mamoudzou. Its official currency is the Euro (EUR).
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Practical reference
Euro (EUR)
Mayotte uses Euro (EUR), calling code +262, internet domain .yt.
About Mayotte
Mayotte is a French overseas department and region located in the Indian Ocean. It consists of the main island, Grande‑Terre, and the smaller island, Petite‑Terre, along with several smaller islets. Its capital is Mamoudzou.
Mayotte lies between the Mozambique Channel and the Seychelles. The terrain is volcanic; the highest point is Mount Choungui at 560 metres. The climate is tropical marine, with distinct wet and dry seasons.
The people of Mayotte are predominantly Muslim, following both traditional and French legal systems. The official languages are French and Shimaore, a Bantu dialect of the Comorian language. Music, dance, and fishing are integral to daily life.
First settled by Bantu peoples, Mayotte was under Arab and Sultanate influence before colonized by the French in the 19th century. It remained part of the Comoros until its 1975 referendum for French association. In 2009 it became a full French overseas department.
Key facts
Population (2022): ~260,000
Official language: French & Shimaore
Largest city: Mamoudzou
Climate: tropical marine
Highest point: Mount Choungui (560 m)
Time zone: UTC+3
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The international dialing code for Mayotte is +262.
What is the internet domain for Mayotte?
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Mayotte is .yt.
What time zone is Mayotte in?
Mayotte uses the Indian/Mayotte time zone.
What is Mayotte known for?
Mayotte is a French overseas department and region located in the Indian Ocean. It consists of the main island, Grande‑Terre, and the smaller island, Petite‑Terre, along with several smaller islets. Its capital is Mamoudzou.
Eastern Africa