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@frenchieg

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English expat in Mauritius

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English

Lives in Black River

Speaks English, French and German fluently

Registration: 02 October 2013

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8 years ago
Babsi L.

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!

frenchieg

Hi there, Click here to rent a Maid. or find a Nanny here. Hope that helps you. Frenchie Read More

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8 years ago
ssawian

Any good gyms in Tamarin? by ssawian

Hello, I'm looking for a good gym to join, in Tamarin. A Crossfit Box would be perfect but unlikely - do you guys know of any?

frenchieg

There is also Patrice Avrillon Fitness center. Click here! Hope that helps you. Read More

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8 years ago
Mandalie

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

frenchieg

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

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8 years ago
Maurice OConnell

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 ...

frenchieg

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

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8 years ago
Cara Kahn

Health care in pregnancy by Cara Kahn

Hi I was just wondering if anyone knows what happens with medical aid if you arrive in Mauritius pregnant ? Are you covered ? If not what is the cost of a c section ? Regards Cara

frenchieg

Private clinics in Mauritius i.e. one the oldest the clinic d'Arne in Floreal might be of help to you. Otherwise, government hospitals are FREE of charge for all those that find themselves on the territory of Mauritius [I wonder if that is ... Read More

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8 years ago
Werner_West

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

frenchieg

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

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8 years ago
Werner_West

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

frenchieg

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

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8 years ago
Werner_West

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

frenchieg

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

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8 years ago
sue_ring

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 ...

frenchieg

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

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8 years ago
sue_ring

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 ...

frenchieg

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

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8 years ago
sue_ring

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 ...

frenchieg

Good info Gawesh. Read More

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8 years ago
FranglaiseMummy

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 ...

frenchieg

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

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10 years ago
Carol29

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 ...

frenchieg

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 ……….Hello "external", Thank your for your response, ... Read More

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10 years ago
Carol29

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 ...

frenchieg

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

frenchieg replied to a thread
10 years ago
Julien

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 ...

frenchieg

We'll be there! Read More