Ramelak
Batswana looking for information about Mauritius
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About me
Batswana
Lives in Port Louis
Speaks English, Tamil
Registration: 18 November 2020
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Road safety in Mauritius by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Navigating roads and experiencing traffic in Mauritius as an expat can be a learning experience. We invite you to share your insights in order to help other expats and soon-to-be expats stay safe on the road in Mauritius, whether ...
Except for the newly developed areas and highways, roads in the older areas are generally very narrow, some are just capable of one sided traffic although they aren't one-ways. That doesn't seem to deter drivers from driving at the same speeds as on ... Read More
Seeking business partner/ Manager
Hello and calling for a Mauritian partner or manager in the compliance consulting, training, and other management consulting areas to join hands with me. I'm setting up my own management consulting firm and relocating to Mauritius by year end. Long ... Read More
Car rental Recommendations by sv250616
Hello,Please could someone direct me for any car hire company recommendation for few days for October this year.I have contacted few companies listed here, but no one has got back in touch.Travelling with a small child on my own so any help would ...
Send me a DM ill direct you Read More
Retirement residency scheme by craigconley
HiAre there any expats out there who have moved to Mauritius under the retirement residency scheme ?Can anyone recommend a company to assist with the process, preferably one they have used. Many thanks
Anyone aware of when, or whether, the changes to residency proposed in the budget been made law? Read More
A Hammer Blow to Real Estate Confidence by peterg123
These peoposals on retroactive tax increase on purchase, and compultory 20% sales tax or 30% of profit are going to cause a drop in confidence in Mauritius real estate. Take my own case: Our contractor has endlessly delayed our PDS ...
@Tookays Totally agree. One would think twice before making any long term commitment if you only have 5 years.I do understand the residency requirement but not the shortening of permit periods. Likewise for the other categories. Investors ... Read More
Mauritius Budget 2025-2026 by Ceresiet
The below summary was released today by Park Lane Properties. The new budget makes several changes to Taxes, Residency by non-Citizens, Retired non-Citizens, Premier Visa, Smart Coty Scheme and Ground + 2 scheme, Acquisition of Property by ...
Thanks , very informative and useful. So how does this work: do these proposals have to be tabled to become law? If so when will that be? I noticed last year there were many proposed changes, but never heard again about them appreciate your response ... Read More
Retirement /Residence Permit by appelanchelle
HI All! I received my Approval in Principle .....I need some advice from residence/ retirement permit holders. I need to purchase my return flight ticket so I am not sure if I should choose 6 months or one year (return ticket) Not planning to ...
@appelanchelle If I remember right, it's not important. The important things are to get a reference letter from your bank abroad, and transfer funds from that account to your Mauritius account once the bank opens it. And you have to be at the ... Read More
Retirement /Residence Permit by appelanchelle
HI All! I received my Approval in Principle .....I need some advice from residence/ retirement permit holders. I need to purchase my return flight ticket so I am not sure if I should choose 6 months or one year (return ticket) Not planning to ...
@appelanchelle You have to open your bank account and transfer USD1,500 I think from your foreign account them take a letter of confirmation to the EDB before you can get your permit Read More
Airport transport for frequent expat business travellers by deepteshn
Good dayI would like to get an indication of the cost for transfers from the North (Grand Baie, Mon Choisy areas) to the airport for people that travel frequently out of Mauritius for business. I had been paying a driver Rs2000 per trip. My last ...
Taxi fares are outrageous, never understood why.Not sure about any "frequent traveller" programs but I know a very reasonable taxi service, PM me if interested Read More
Retirement /Residence Permit by appelanchelle
HI All! I received my Approval in Principle .....I need some advice from residence/ retirement permit holders. I need to purchase my return flight ticket so I am not sure if I should choose 6 months or one year (return ticket) Not planning to ...
Tell immigration youre there to get your RRP. Shouldn't be a problem. Read More
The Mauritius Íæż½ã½ã Guide - 2025 Edition by Julie
Hello everyone,We are pleased to announce that the Mauritius Íæż½ã½ã 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