frenchieg
English expat in Mauritius
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About me
English
Lives in Black River
Speaks English, French and German fluently
Registration: 02 October 2013
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LOOKING FOR A NANNY IN MAURITIUS by Babsi L.
Does anyone know of a reliable nanny looking for a long term job from Jan 17? We are based in Pereybere. Thank you!
Hi there, Click here to rent a Maid. or find a Nanny here. Hope that helps you. Frenchie Read More
CAN I BRING MY DOG TO MAURITIUS? by Mandalie
I am coming soon to work and live in mauriitus. can i bring my dog wth me? can i be in touch with a dog trainer? thank you
In case anyone needs the respective email addresses at the Ministry of Agro Industry and Food Security.. http://www.mauritius.goto.mu/images/w.1280/h.853/c.1/mr.1/d.listing_photos/sd.2016-09/i.521587fac391d30abd945bca12169cd3.jpg Read More
Retiring to Mauritius .... Maybe :-) by Maurice OConnell
Hi Everyone From Shannon in County Clare with business interests in Limerick City in Ireland. Retirement has finally kicked in and my wife and I are looking to retire to Mauritius ..... Maybe :-) Strong Possibility that we will be travelling out to ...
Hello Maurice, Your "migration plans" to retire in Mauritius refers. Just to set the record right: If you buy an apartment anywhere on the island it has to be in a complex that has ground floor + 2. This is permitted after you have: 1. ... Read More
How to send Cash from Mauritius to South Africa? by Werner_West
Hey guys, Just a quick one, I need to send/transfer cash to SA but I do not have a Mauritius bank account yet, I have a FNB Visa Card here. My wife is in SA and she has a Standard Bank account, any ideas? Cheers
Paypal - provided in SA, you can withdraw the money from your Paypal account to your bank accountWinstonH. Do you know if there is still foreign exchange control in South Africa [like Mauritius until 1994]? Read More
How to send Cash from Mauritius to South Africa? by Werner_West
Hey guys, Just a quick one, I need to send/transfer cash to SA but I do not have a Mauritius bank account yet, I have a FNB Visa Card here. My wife is in SA and she has a Standard Bank account, any ideas? Cheers
Hey guys, Just a quick one, I need to send/transfer cash to SA but I do not have a Mauritius bank account yet, I have a FNB Visa Card here. My wife is in SA and she has a Standard Bank account, any ideas? CheersDoes your wife have VISA card as ... Read More
How to send Cash from Mauritius to South Africa? by Werner_West
Hey guys, Just a quick one, I need to send/transfer cash to SA but I do not have a Mauritius bank account yet, I have a FNB Visa Card here. My wife is in SA and she has a Standard Bank account, any ideas? Cheers
Thanks, my brother also suggested Moneygram... It's hard cash, otherwise I would've donebthe internet banking thing. I went to MCB today for an account but they also need my proof of residence in SA, and a signed lease doesn't ... Read More
3 mo Tourist Visa, leaving, coming back for another 3 mo Tourist Visa by sue_ring
My name is Sue and I'm coming from San Francisco, California. Early next year I'm going to come to Mauritius on a Tourist Visa and right away apply for the Retirement Permit. I don't expect to have any problems but just in case, I'm ...
You can come anytime you want but a tourist visa may be issued for up to 6 months per calendar year... ... come July you will have to leave the island and come back ONLY the following year. You can't spend MORE than 183 days in a calendar yr on ... Read More
3 mo Tourist Visa, leaving, coming back for another 3 mo Tourist Visa by sue_ring
My name is Sue and I'm coming from San Francisco, California. Early next year I'm going to come to Mauritius on a Tourist Visa and right away apply for the Retirement Permit. I don't expect to have any problems but just in case, I'm ...
Please can I just confirm that I'm understanding correctly as the BOI website is a little confusing- the limit of 2*3month stays on a tourist visa is renewed every January as the start of a new calendar year? You can come anytime you want but a ... Read More
3 mo Tourist Visa, leaving, coming back for another 3 mo Tourist Visa by sue_ring
My name is Sue and I'm coming from San Francisco, California. Early next year I'm going to come to Mauritius on a Tourist Visa and right away apply for the Retirement Permit. I don't expect to have any problems but just in case, I'm ...
Good info Gawesh. Read More
A video on how Mauritius life compares to London life (with kids)? by FranglaiseMummy
I moved from London to Mauritius with my husband and two daughters nearly a year ago, and people ask me all the time how family life in London compares to family life in Mauritius. So I did a little video sharing my thoughts and experiences. I ...
You summed it up pretty well... It will be a great help to people contemplating on migrating to Mauritius. Good initiative, well done. P.S. I have memories of Nice and moreso Cannes (Midem every January), doesn't beat Mauritius except for the ... Read More
applying for a retired residency permit by Carol29
Hi, this is my first post on this website. My partner and I would like to move from England to Mauritius and I have sent a couple of e-mails to the mauritius Board of Investment but not had any reply. I was seeking info on how to apply, how long ...
If you are going to dispense advices please make sure that you had ethe right info and not try to net some "future " customers. And then some keep complaining that they are being scammed Â…Â…Â….Hello "external", Thank your for your response, ... Read More
applying for a retired residency permit by Carol29
Hi, this is my first post on this website. My partner and I would like to move from England to Mauritius and I have sent a couple of e-mails to the mauritius Board of Investment but not had any reply. I was seeking info on how to apply, how long ...
Hello Carol and welcome, There are different ways to obtain a permanent or normal residence permit. If you are looking to purchase a property in Mauritius, you will be restricted in what you can buy depending on the type of residency you are ... Read More
EXPAT BLOG MEET UP FEB 22nd IN TAMARIN by Julien
Hi everyone, we're inviting you to join us on February 22nd, in Tamarin, on the beach, close to the red kiosk. The meet up starts at 16h, and finishes ... when everyone has gone ;) Bring and share, as usual (bring what you want to eat, drink and ...
We'll be there! Read More
Initial Cost while Renting a Apartment by pjn85
Hi Everyone, What are the Initial Costs that i would have to keep in mind while renting an apartment. Costs / Charges like: 1. Brokerage (agent's commission) 2. Security Deposit (with the owner) 3. Any other hidden costs. Regards, Pravin
Hello, Generally, most of the real estate agencies "demand" one month's rent from landlord and tenant but you can negotiate this and you should, 15 days from both parties was the standard until recently. Deposit to landlord is one month's rent and ... Read More
Great news on Quarantine period :) by Rosiewestie
Hi all, I have also added this link to "bringing your pets into Mauritius" but thought I would do this as well for ease of viewing quickly. This is great news for all bringing their pets here :) Click on link, local French Newspaper but wait a ...
Have a look at rosiewestie writes here /forum/viewtopic.php?id=103029#466716. hope that helps you. Good luck. Read More