@Ramelak
Batswana looking for information about Mauritius
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Batswana
Lives in Port Louis
Speaks English, Tamil
Registration: 18 November 2020
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The Mauritius Expat Guide - 2025 Edition by Julie
Hello everyone,We are pleased to announce that the Mauritius Expat Guide - 2025 Edition, created in partnership with EDB Mauritius, is now available online!From visas and formalities to housing, jobs, education, healthcare, leisure, transport, and ...
Just one thing I don't believe is correct that retired permit holders can work without needing other permits, page 28, under "new types of occupation permits ". Unless it's been approved recently Regards Read More
Social Media Seems Blocked? by Okie123
Good morning all,I have been having some trouble with my Emtel wifi so I called around to some local friends for help finding the technical telephone number. I was informed that the current Mauritian government has blocked most all forms of social ...
Not sure about social media but I cannot access the Emtel self care, says access is blocked. Reported on their messenger helpline several times, been over a month, and they simply ignore my complaints. Very disappointing, not sure who's not doing ... Read More
Difference between permanent residence and temporary residence permit by guestposter8576897
What is the difference between permanent residence and temporary residence permit? The retirement permit is for 10 years but you can apply for the permanent residence permit of 20 years after 3 years. Apart from the number of years validity what are ...
@guestposter8576897Good question, I've been wondering too. Clearly the Permanent residence permit, although valid for 20 years, is so called as it isn't the same as renewing your 10 year residence permit. So how is the Permanent permit different ... Read More
News media in English by Ramelak
May sound a strange question, but I've been in and out of Mauritius and have a residence permit too. I couldn't find anything, on TV, radio or any social media on daily news in English. I believe it's important to know what's happening in the ...
@ExternalThanks will check them out Read More
News media in English
May sound a strange question, but I've been in and out of Mauritius and have a residence permit too. I couldn't find anything, on TV, radio or any social media on daily news in English. I believe it's important to know what's happening in the ... Read More
5 goods reasons for not choosing Mauritius by Julie
Hi, After exploring the positive aspects of living in Mauritius last week, we invite you in Weekly Magazine to discover the 5 good reasons for not choosing to live here ;). What about you: what would be your good reason for not choosing to live ...
@Aussieben2 I actually wonder why you even moved to Mauritius? Read More
5 goods reasons for not choosing Mauritius by Julie
Hi, After exploring the positive aspects of living in Mauritius last week, we invite you in Weekly Magazine to discover the 5 good reasons for not choosing to live here ;). What about you: what would be your good reason for not choosing to live ...
Good comments buddy, but what's your point here? Read More
EDB retirement permit by Jl41
I have completed the process to the point of receiving an approval in principle and opened bank account.Next step is to be in Mauritius at the end of the month to go to the Clinic in Grand Baie for medical and understand that it takes about 2 days ...
@T?WeyYou'll have to do some medicals here mandatorily. HiV, Hepatitis etc. Your presence here is therefore definitely required Read More
Networking and making friends
Hi there, got a retired permit and want to move to Mauritius, what I'm lacking is good network and friends. How do expats who have no prior connections about this. I know it's difficult in any country but of relevance is Mauritius. Thanks Read More
Calling all Expat Retirees by karibi
My wife and I, both English and in our sixties, have currently retired to South Africa. We are very interested in relocating to Mauritius and are visiting Mauritius in two weeks to complete our application for our retirement permit. We would like to ...
@karibiHi there:1. More expensive than SA, cost of living more by around 30%, that's rent, groceries, fuel very expensive, cars very very expensive 2. No comparison safety wise. Although not crime free, armed robberies, hijackings, violent crime ... Read More
Seeking Advice on Company Incorporation Costs in Mauritius by dandinos
Seeking Advice on Company Incorporation Costs in MauritiusHi everyone,I'm in the process of considering Mauritius for incorporating a company as a foreigner. I've recently received a quotation from a service provider, but before proceeding, I'd like ...
@Davidray10 thanks, I think the point I was making is, whether physically or virtually, there's a lot one can do by themselves minimizing the need for a "full package" that costs thousands of dollars. The exact procedures I am not familiar with but ... Read More
Seeking Advice on Company Incorporation Costs in Mauritius by dandinos
Seeking Advice on Company Incorporation Costs in MauritiusHi everyone,I'm in the process of considering Mauritius for incorporating a company as a foreigner. I've recently received a quotation from a service provider, but before proceeding, I'd like ...
@dandinos Fees look very steep. You can do a lot online, and the EDB is very helpful as well. My guess, you'll have to be in Mauritius for bank account opening and KYC is a huge issue everywhere, you'll likely have to submit your copies of ... Read More
Medical cover in Mauritius by Ramelak
Hi there,Seen a lot of topics relating to relocation, but my concern is one that many prospective people who are planning on relocating will be faced with?Can anyone guide me on medical insurance providers that will provide cover for health. I've ...
Thanks Bhavna Read More
Medical cover in Mauritius by Ramelak
Hi there,Seen a lot of topics relating to relocation, but my concern is one that many prospective people who are planning on relocating will be faced with?Can anyone guide me on medical insurance providers that will provide cover for health. I've ...
@standaman1967 ok thanks man. I've been talking to local providers who've said I'll have to wait 2 years to start claiming insurance. Will try Swan Read More
Medical cover in Mauritius
Hi there,Seen a lot of topics relating to relocation, but my concern is one that many prospective people who are planning on relocating will be faced with?Can anyone guide me on medical insurance providers that will provide cover for health. I've ... Read More