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English expat in Mauritius
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Registration: 12 November 2022
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Landlord breach of contract by udeshm
Hi Need a bitnof guidance. My landlord has refused to meet his obligations in terms of the lease agreements which states he needs to replace any electric appliances that are not functioning optimally and various repairwork which is stipulated ...
@Lawyers MauritiusInteresting. Thank you. I noticed the initially poster hasn't responded. Read More
Poor news outlets by Tefneth
Good day,We moved to Mauritius since October 2021 and we are settling in quite well.One thing I do wonder about is why there is no media coverage on crime. Before moving to Mauritius we checked about the safety here, as we have three young ...
@Tefneth Most news are in Creole or French. Petty crime and more serious crime is covered. Afterall, the media, even in Mauritius, earn their money by selling you fear. Just need to consult the Facebook pages of newspapers mentioned in this post. It ... Read More
FURNITURE MOVING TRUCKS IN MAURITIUS by Guestposter006
Can anyone recommend a removalist to move my things?. I need a 3-4 tonne truck & probably 2 movers to move fragile things about 3 kms.What is the average cost of something like this?Thanks in advance.Also, does anyone how to delete old topic or ...
@shirley1421971 If you want a professional service i.e. packaging that can be on the high budget. If you research your local area there is a taxi lorry stand. For the distance with 2 and more persons, you may be looking at Rs 2,000 plus per trip. Read More
What would you like to say to someone looking to move to Mauritius? by Anne-Lise Mty
Hello everyone,I hope you're well and enjoying the sunshine while it lasts.As usual, at this time of the year, we're working on our Mauritius Expat Guide and we'd love our readers who are looking to move to Mauritius to hear from you! As such, I am ...
@james935 You more or less nailed it Read More
Is the Premium Visa Multiple entry? by zurtle
Has anyone here travelled in and out of Mauritius while being on the premium visa?I've asked EDB(no response yet) and looked at the govt websites but it doesn't specify anywhere that the Visa is multiple entry(Even though logically it should ...
@mail61 It's good to note that if you reside under 183 days in Mauritius, you are not subject to filing a tax return. In terms of tax, you would not be considered resident in Mauritius. Be cautious on this issue. Even if the tax has been paid ... Read More
Is the Premium Visa Multiple entry? by zurtle
Has anyone here travelled in and out of Mauritius while being on the premium visa?I've asked EDB(no response yet) and looked at the govt websites but it doesn't specify anywhere that the Visa is multiple entry(Even though logically it should ...
@Salman.Memon You have to show USD 18,000 income per year per dependent. Read More
Home schooling in Mauritius by GuestPoster875
Good day All,We are looking at immigrating from Durban, South Africa. We are finding it difficult to get firm information on the possibility of continuing with home schooling when we arrive in Mauritius. It is not clear if ex-pats are allowed the ...
Interpretation of the law. It states children have to be schooled up to the age of 16. The EDB have accepted home schooling for those families relocating to Mauritius. Write a mail to the EDB and they will confirm in writing. Read More
Retirement documents by oshudofsky
Hi there, are there a lot of documents I need to collect before starting the retirement visa process? Do they have to be in English because I am Dutch? Can I also come on a tourist visa and then apply for the retirement visa? Is it advisable to hire ...
Just a couple of points over and above what yrsbarra wrote.Retired Non-Citizens applying for a residence permit should enter Mauritius on a Tourist Visa.As stated above, you can apply on-line. You will have an approval in principle when everything ... Read More
POLICE CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE FOR RETIREMENT VISA by traciwoodley
Morning We applied online for our Retirement Visa and sent the ARCO certificate from the UK as we are South Africans living in UK for past 2 years, Now they have come back and said they want the certificate from South Africa. Unfortunately, my ...
This is a trivial issue for them. The EDB are looking for real criminals. If it was more than 10 years ago, it may not even be on there anymore. Don't fret. Everything will be ok. ***. Good luck. Read More
Searching for Immigration Lawyers / Professional help with VISA by Andreas44
Dear Forum,I will come to Mauritius in the beginning of 2023. Unfortunately there are some uncertainties about the documents and procedure for the VISA.I need professional help - I already searched the Forum and the Internet and can't find something ...
Pretty straight forward. What type of VISA are you looking for? Read More
Renting furnished VS. shipping all belonging from SA by NanouSA
Hi to all,We are in a conundrum regarding the option we'll opt for when we move. Likely to move for a minimum of 4 years, we are bsuy weighing the shipping the content of our house and car VS. coming with the bare minimum.What is your insight about ...
@NanouSA The landlord and Tenant Act stipulates, it is practically impossible if not difficult to cancel a rental contract if the property is not furnished. The only way round this, if the landlord is Ok with that, he stores what you don't want ... Read More
Travel and Medical Insurance (Please help) by GuestPoster2407
Hey everyone, I'm Ricky and planning to move to Mauritius in February 2022 via the Premium visa with my wife. I'm looking into the different travel and medical insurance companies and I have to be honest, it's confusing. Has anyone used the below ...
@Ricky Gore Try joining specific Facebook groups like South Africans Relocating to Mauritius, you might see another perspective. There are several groups with the same name, try these ... Read More
Is the Premium Visa Multiple entry? by zurtle
Has anyone here travelled in and out of Mauritius while being on the premium visa?I've asked EDB(no response yet) and looked at the govt websites but it doesn't specify anywhere that the Visa is multiple entry(Even though logically it should ...
From the date that all requested documents it can be processed within 1 week. In some case up to 4 weeks, only when complication arise through submitted documentation, generally proof of funds. Read More
Citizenship by Descent if Parent Renounced Theirs by gemnomnom
Hello,I have been researching this for hours and cannot find a definitive answer. I have checked previous threads in this mater too.I was born in the UK in 1994 to a Mauritian mother and English father. My mother was born in Mauritius in 1966, came ...
Here are 2 links of interest:CitizenshipMAURITIUS CITIZENSHIP ACT (PDF)SECTIONPART I â PRELIMINARY1. Short title2. InterpretationPART II â ACQUISITION OFCITIZENSHIP3. Citizenship on adoption4. Citizenship by incorporation ofterritory5. ... Read More
Citizenship by Descent if Parent Renounced Theirs by gemnomnom
Hello,I have been researching this for hours and cannot find a definitive answer. I have checked previous threads in this mater too.I was born in the UK in 1994 to a Mauritian mother and English father. My mother was born in Mauritius in 1966, came ...
@Pandora At Dodoland You can claim citizenship after the age of 21 (22) as long as you make an application within 12 months of entering Mauritius. Read More