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Registration: 26 April 2010

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4 years ago
LaMer22

Applying for Mauritius passport from overseas by LaMer22

Hi, I am a Mauritian citizen by descent and have a national ID card (NIC), but I never applied for a Mauritian passport. Is it possible to do that from overseas? (I currently live in the USA). I found the official application form but it was ...

candycandy

You need to do it through your embassy however actually with covid - they will find all kind of excuses and it will take time. In the past it used to take 3 months - however if you can send all your documents through DHL or UPS to a member of ... Read More

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5 years ago
Priscilla

Being convincing to an employer in Mauritius by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Finding a job in Mauritius is no easy feat. From applying for a job all the way to job interviews, the etiquette can be different abroad. Specially job interviews, that can already be pretty daunting, can feel even worse when set ...

candycandy

Princilla, where are you from ? First and foremost if you have lived in Europe - you will know that interviews are not done the same way in Mauritius. There is no panel nor a board. Maybe you will be decieved - however most of the time even if ... Read More

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6 years ago
Manick62

Inheritance Issues - British Citizen,Mother lives in Mauritius by Manick62

Greetings from Mauritius! I am on holiday in Mauritius visiting my widowed mother. I was born in Mauritius, but left the country when I was 3 years old. I am a naturalised British Citizen. I tried to apply for a Mauritian National Identity Card, ...

candycandy

Hello, The easiest thing to do is to ask your mother to make a will nominating her children after her death (sorry we don't want to write this) name and address in the UK as her heirs. By doing so you will all be able to transfer the money ... Read More

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7 years ago
Lorainechapman

can I buy property (as a Mauritian) but not live there? by Lorainechapman

Hello there! My predicament is I would like to buy a property in Mauritius this year but I have been told (by a Friend of a Friend, so not sure of it) that now, one cannot buy a property in Mauritius unless they are willing to stay there for a ...

candycandy

you should read the local newspaper and know what is going on...My friend has to take a lawyer - that case lasted 5 years ...she got it in the end ... Read More

candycandy replied to a thread
7 years ago
Lorainechapman

can I buy property (as a Mauritian) but not live there? by Lorainechapman

Hello there! My predicament is I would like to buy a property in Mauritius this year but I have been told (by a Friend of a Friend, so not sure of it) that now, one cannot buy a property in Mauritius unless they are willing to stay there for a ...

candycandy

You should be careful - the political situation is not great ...in 2 years time there will be a general election ...however I am not sure whether you are Mauritian passport holder or not. If you do have a Mauritian passport - you can buy any ... Read More

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7 years ago
Lorainechapman

can I buy property (as a Mauritian) but not live there? by Lorainechapman

Hello there! My predicament is I would like to buy a property in Mauritius this year but I have been told (by a Friend of a Friend, so not sure of it) that now, one cannot buy a property in Mauritius unless they are willing to stay there for a ...

candycandy

If you invest in an IRS villa - you can rent it if your are not using it ... Read More

candycandy replied to a thread
7 years ago
Lorainechapman

can I buy property (as a Mauritian) but not live there? by Lorainechapman

Hello there! My predicament is I would like to buy a property in Mauritius this year but I have been told (by a Friend of a Friend, so not sure of it) that now, one cannot buy a property in Mauritius unless they are willing to stay there for a ...

candycandy

check at anahnita for a villa but expensive though.. Read More

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7 years ago
Lorainechapman

can I buy property (as a Mauritian) but not live there? by Lorainechapman

Hello there! My predicament is I would like to buy a property in Mauritius this year but I have been told (by a Friend of a Friend, so not sure of it) that now, one cannot buy a property in Mauritius unless they are willing to stay there for a ...

candycandy

See exchange from Nadeem Nadeem 06 December 2011 08:35:39    778 posts Quatre Bornes Lol @ Terence! Yes, quite right Julien... Renting sometimes brings a big pain to the neck. RES has no ... Read More

candycandy replied to a thread
7 years ago
Lorainechapman

can I buy property (as a Mauritian) but not live there? by Lorainechapman

Hello there! My predicament is I would like to buy a property in Mauritius this year but I have been told (by a Friend of a Friend, so not sure of it) that now, one cannot buy a property in Mauritius unless they are willing to stay there for a ...

candycandy

do you know the IRS system for non Mauritian who wants to live there and get advantages on taxes (especially inheritance taxes)... Read More

candycandy replied to a thread
7 years ago
Mojpe

return ticket or onward ticket by Mojpe

I'm from EU and I have only one way ticket to Mauritius. For us is ok to stay there without visa for 90 days. I got information that I need return or onward ticket. But I have accommodation for 2 months and would like to wait for best value flight ...

candycandy

you absolutely need a return ticket - otherwise you will be in a real mess at immigration and make sure you have an accommodation with address and phone number ...good luck... Read More

candycandy replied to a thread
7 years ago
Lorainechapman

can I buy property (as a Mauritian) but not live there? by Lorainechapman

Hello there! My predicament is I would like to buy a property in Mauritius this year but I have been told (by a Friend of a Friend, so not sure of it) that now, one cannot buy a property in Mauritius unless they are willing to stay there for a ...

candycandy

If you have a Mauritian passport, of course you can but as a foreinger your are entitled to stay at least 6 months ... Read More

candycandy replied to a thread
8 years ago
LAIP

Notaries in Mauritius by LAIP

Can someone recommend a Notary in Mauritius. My experience of those fellows has been very disappointing and unprofessional. Are they governed by any code of conduct ? I can be contacted at xxx Many thanks

candycandy

Some years ago i had to look for a notaire....very difficult to find a good one and if they know You are from abroad the fées is just unbelievable...hourly and around 5,000 rupees ..that was years ago...it must have double now...good luck... Read More

candycandy replied to a thread
11 years ago
Julien

EXPAT BLOG MEET UP APRIL 6TH FLIC EN FLAC by Julien

Hello, we are organizing the next Expat.com meet up in Flic en Flac on April 6th, starting 13h, until late. We'll be on the beach, in front of the police station Bring'n'share, as usual ! Do not hesitate to invite your friends, everyone is ...

candycandy

Julien - are you planning another gathering in Jan 2014 (I know thisis next year) - am in mauritius all jan ..and could bump in if possible... Read More

candycandy replied to a thread
11 years ago
Julien

EXPAT BLOG MEET UP APRIL 6TH FLIC EN FLAC by Julien

Hello, we are organizing the next Expat.com meet up in Flic en Flac on April 6th, starting 13h, until late. We'll be on the beach, in front of the police station Bring'n'share, as usual ! Do not hesitate to invite your friends, everyone is ...

candycandy

I would have love to be in Flic en flacq ..however will be in Venice... Read More

candycandy replied to a thread
12 years ago
Julie

5 goods reasons for not choosing Mauritius by Julie

Hi, After exploring the positive aspects of living in Mauritius last week, we invite you in Weekly Magazine to discover the 5 good reasons for not choosing to live here ;). What about you: what would be your good reason for not choosing to live ...

candycandy

I agree this should be a social platform and we don't want people to be rude toward others on this blog... stay cool... Read More