Pandora At Dodoland
Hong Kongese expat in Mauritius
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Registration: 21 May 2022
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Stuck in legal rigmarole by sv250616
How to open a local bank account for a minor who is British, and does not live on the island, but Mauritian decent by mother.No one is able to assist in the banking sector as everyone is quoting different rules and no one seems to be sure.Want to ...
I mean if you want to set up an account for a minor, try joint-name account with either parents. Like SafferCA suggests, try ABSA. You can open an account with them online. But almost for sure they will drive you crazy like any other banks in ... Read More
Stuck in legal rigmarole by sv250616
How to open a local bank account for a minor who is British, and does not live on the island, but Mauritian decent by mother.No one is able to assist in the banking sector as everyone is quoting different rules and no one seems to be sure.Want to ...
Have you tried joint-name account? Read More
Finding rental properties by craigconley
Hi everyone What's the best way to find long let properties to rent on the island ?Any advice much appreciated. Thanks
Hi there, I stayed at a "friend" bungalow at Pereybere for couple months. Before I rent it from her, she didn't tell me that the road outside has installed many sewage covers. Every single time when a car ran over, they create noise. I'm from HK, ... Read More
Mobile phone plans in Mauritius by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Staying connected while living in Mauritius remains a priority for expats, especially when choosing a mobile operator or to understand the local specificities of mobile plans. Here some elements to consider: How to choose ...
I'm using OneDrive, it came with 60mins free call over Skype to some countries. Of course, if the party I call has WhatsApp, then the call would be made with WhatsApp. But for business or old family members who are not used to technology, Skype is ... Read More
Returning citizens what can we bring ? by Moverweel
Dear all, I have a question my wife is Mauritian and we are planning to return back to Mauritius this year.As a return citizen we can apply for the returning citizen scheme which we will do.We can bring our house hold and belongings with us from the ...
@Pablo888Yes, the 2 A/C I brought in (all declared as personal effects) were taxed. He asked if I had ceiling fan, I said no, only floor ones. He said if it is fixed on the wall/ceiling, it will be considered as construction materials, not personal ... Read More
Returning citizens what can we bring ? by Moverweel
Dear all, I have a question my wife is Mauritian and we are planning to return back to Mauritius this year.As a return citizen we can apply for the returning citizen scheme which we will do.We can bring our house hold and belongings with us from the ...
@AussieInMauritiusMRA deducted tax from my account a year ago for the AC and some other things. Customs officier said to my face what they were charging me tax for. That's fact! Read More
Returning citizens what can we bring ? by Moverweel
Dear all, I have a question my wife is Mauritian and we are planning to return back to Mauritius this year.As a return citizen we can apply for the returning citizen scheme which we will do.We can bring our house hold and belongings with us from the ...
Electronics like A/C or ceiling fans (non-movable ones) need to pay tax, it doesn't matter if it is brand new or used. Actually, it all depends on your customs broker how he declares the items and how close between the broker and the customs ... Read More
Property security by Hodmandod
We recently spent a month touring round Mauritius. Early on we took a wrong turn and found ourselves driving past a prison. It had large gates and a high wall with razor wire on top, which was understandable. Then we started noticing a lot of ...
@lejekanNorth of the island. I almost never go out. People who stole from me are friends of those who worked in my house. They took my brand new tv and sound bar, which is ok, I can live without watching TV here. But they took an old aluminum ... Read More
Property security by Hodmandod
We recently spent a month touring round Mauritius. Early on we took a wrong turn and found ourselves driving past a prison. It had large gates and a high wall with razor wire on top, which was understandable. Then we started noticing a lot of ...
I moved here mid May, 2022. Have had robbed 5 times already. My new neighbor has had the same problem. Now he installed alarm and pay monthly security fee (I intend to believe that is kind of bribe, once you stop paying, someone will come to shop ... Read More
covered garage for rent by SuchetaP
Hello all,We are looking to rent a secure covered garage for our car when we leave Mauritius. Are there such garages for rent? We would need it for 2 to 4 months at a time. Location can be anywhere but preferably in the north. I would be grateful ...
Yes, you can rent a container. When I store my things shipped from HK at Multi Box (near Espace Maison), they told me that some people put their car in their container. It is relatively expensive compare with just rent a container. But they have ... Read More
Cost estimation for building own villa by Ottomus
Hello,I am planning to having a house built and was just wondering if anyone can help me with a cost estimation. So I know how much approximately to calculate with. It only concerns framing, major systems (electrical, plumbin), materials, finishes ...
First thing first, are you married to a local? Or are you a returnee? Or are you a Mauritian descendent ? If not, I am afraid you cannot even buy land. However, if you are allowed to buy land to build your own house, I suggest you find an architect ... Read More
Evolution of banking services in Mauritius by Cheryl
Hello everyone, With rapid technological advancements, banking services are digitizing at lightning speed. Expats are thus propelled into a new era of options and payment methods, disrupting the traditional banking services of local ...
JUICE is kinda like FPS in HK that you can pay bills; pay shops; transfer to friends/family member when both parties have MCB account. Not sure how many HSBC user here. HSBC does not have the same feature like JUICE but it allows me to transfer ... Read More
Looking for a Carpenter by Kalpana89
Hi everyone! I would like to get a custom bookshelf and tv unit made and was wondering if anyone knows of any good carpenters with reasonable prices. I live in Flic en Flac.
Hi, I'm also in need of a carpenter. I have 3 quotes for install custom made (in China) kitchen cabinet and doors. The door frames needed to be cut but the kitchen cabinet is easy like Legos. First quote Rs20,000 (just the kitchen cabinet), second ... Read More
Full Container Shipping from South Africa by Kodlan
Good Morning People,Who did you guys use to ship over your furniture and electronics ?Any idea on prices for full container loads from Jo'burg to Mauritius ?Its easy to say - sell everything and come - but i have alot of stuff except furniture that ...
@AM890 Thank you. And yes, another shipment just loaded. Same forwarder, same agent, same customs broker. Perhaps I read/write Chinese, it is no problem for me to find trustworthy people in China. But here.....well my forwarder trusts them, and they ... Read More
Full Container Shipping from South Africa by Kodlan
Good Morning People,Who did you guys use to ship over your furniture and electronics ?Any idea on prices for full container loads from Jo'burg to Mauritius ?Its easy to say - sell everything and come - but i have alot of stuff except furniture that ...
@Maleeka Robb Sorry, I missed your message. Read it just now. The one in China is based in China. But their agent here may have contact in UK. I will PM you if they do.Cheers!Pandora Read More