iboganee
Canadian looking for information about Mauritius
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Where do people living in Mauritius invest their savings? by zurtle
I was wondering what most people in Mauritius do with their savings.Is it invested in bank fixed deposits?How viable is the Mauritian stock market? (I saw the MUA Insurance stock gave a decent return)Are there high yield govt bonds that can be ...
@Starry Expanse Man, please don't mention NYSE or Nasdaq. I am scared to even look at my investment account. Read More
Do you get everything in Mauritius? by Novalis1
Although we have been to Mauritius several times, not all questions can be answered on site.Are there things (other than groceries) that are difficult or impossible to get there? Are they orderable in stores?And what about online orders: In Germany ...
@Starry Expanse Just moved to Mauritius in March. God I miss Costco and Amazon. I even miss Walmart now :). However when I look at the bigger picture, I made the right decision to move here. No stress and no snow. Read More
Budget measures 2022/2023 in Mauritius for expats by Anne-Lise Mty
Hello all, As you may know already, yesterday the annual budget was presented by the minister of Finance, Economic Planning and Development. Here are a few measures, compiled by the Íæż½ã½ã team, that could be of interest to expats and to-be ...
@JoffreyC Go to MCB at Cascavelle, flic en flaz Read More
PCR TEST for visitors by Bg_16
Do visitors still need PCR test to visit Mauritius.
Agreed. Read More
The Mauritian Diaspora Scheme by davebonellie
Hi all, I was wondering if anyone has moved to Mauritius using the The Mauritian Diaspora Scheme through a Mauritian grandparent? Is the process difficult and lengthy to be approved? On paper the scheme looks valuable and worthwhile for moving ...
I am planning to come under the Diaspora Act but still doing my research Read More
What's the best way to transfer money to Mauritius? by nileshd
What have been your experience transferring money from the US to Mauritius? Is it as straightforward as opening a Mauritian Bank account and doing a Wire Transfer from US Banks? Do the Mauritian Banks need any proof of source of funds etc..?
Thank you for sharing. In my case I transferred my Canadian dollars to SBM directly. The money get converted into rupees automatically. Read More
Moving out of Mauritius by Anne Welingston
Hello, I've been in Mauritius since 2 years now. I am highly considering moving out of Mauritius. My main reason is that cost of living too high for the quality of life it proposed. Any expat feel the same? Thanks
Hi, one thing I can assure you is that you will never get a mortgage with minimum wage in North America and I am so surprised that this is possible in Europe. I now that this is not very considerate of me and probably for most expat, but I am ... Read More
Moving out of Mauritius by Anne Welingston
Hello, I've been in Mauritius since 2 years now. I am highly considering moving out of Mauritius. My main reason is that cost of living too high for the quality of life it proposed. Any expat feel the same? Thanks
Hi I left Mauritius when I was 10 and after 30 years abroad, I am moving back to Mauritius again. I've been visiting Mauritius for the last 5 years and I don't see the cost of living is high when you compare it to Europe or America. Again it ... Read More
Moving to Muaritius permanently and want to take my car by Khooshi
is it worth taking my car to Mauritius- only 2 years old and valued at nearly £20000 or is it better to sell it and get a new one in Mauritius to avoid hassle and the car being over valued by custom in Mauritius. Thankyou
Hi, I am from Canada and planning to move to Mauritius. From what I've learned, you can buy a new car free of duty as per diaspora scheme. http://www.diaspora.mu/government.aspx Read More
Moving to Muaritius permanently and want to take my car by Khooshi
is it worth taking my car to Mauritius- only 2 years old and valued at nearly £20000 or is it better to sell it and get a new one in Mauritius to avoid hassle and the car being over valued by custom in Mauritius. Thankyou
Good question. Read More
Which Bank? by tashwilmot
Hi Which Bank would you recommend on the island and why? For an expat coming in to live on the island. Good internet banking service. Thank you Natasha
Hi, I am from Canada and banking systems in Mauritius is very backward. Opening a bank in Mauritius, is like you are doing them a favor. In Canada / US, the banks want your business, so be prepared. I believe HSBC is better for foreigners as you ... Read More
Moving/Shipping Companies by Tina001
Hi.. I'm looking for any advise on which companies to chose for our move.. We'll be moving from Namibia to Grand Baie. Which companies have been used by South Africans or anyone else?? Have thus far gotten onto Crown, but just don't know who's ...
Hi, I am planning to move to Mauritius from Canada. Is there any moving company that someone used from canada? Read More
New members of the Mauritius forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Mauritius forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi, I am from Canada and planning to come to live in Mauritius. Do you guys know if there is an overseas mover from Canada that you can recommend? Read More