Retiring in Mauritius

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Member since 16 July 2018

vfoxbaretNew member16 July 2018 21:03:56

Hello,
I am Veronique and I am thinking about retiring in Mauritius but need to know what this entails financially in terms of the Mauritian Government and visas etc.
I would also like to work as a governess/tutor to a family based in Mauritius.
I am thinking about renting a small house/flat in the centre ie Port Louis but close to nice beaches and would be interested to know how easy this is and what it costs pcm?
Also what is the healthcare like in Mauritius, Port Louis, is this private? Do you need health insurance?
Thank you

Anas ViP

Member since 02 July 2018

AnasViP17 July 2018 06:51:24

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Hi vfoxbaret and welcome to https://www.expat.com,

I advise you to read the other threads on the Mauritius forum.You can find answers to some of your questions.
Regarding the time from Port-Louis centre to the beach,it's usually around 30-40 minutes by car.

Best of luck.
Anas,
https://www.expat.com team

WinstonH VIP Member

Member since 26 March 2016

WinstonHVIP Member17 July 2018 07:03:51

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Hi,

To retire in Mauritius, you will need a retirement permit and under a retirement permit, you cannot work in Mauritius.

Port Louis and the center of the island are quite far from nice beaches, more than 30 mins drive. The rent vary greatly depending on the location and the type of property...a monthly rent for a flat start as from MUR 15,000. Rent for a house is higher.

Mauritius has both state-sponsored and private healthcare, As an expat, you will definitely need health insurance.

Nadeem ViP

Member since 18 November 2008

NadeemViP17 July 2018 10:04:17

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A retirement permit would require that you transfer at least USD30,000 per year for your own expenses x 3 years. Application cost: MUR20,000 for main permit and MUR5,000 per dependent.

vfoxbaret New member

Member since 16 July 2018

vfoxbaretNew member17 July 2018 14:52:05

Thanks for your reply!

betsie1 Member

Member since 01 March 2018

betsie1Member30 July 2018 08:03:21

HOW DO I GO ABOUT TO GET THE DOCUMENTATIN

Nadeem ViP

Member since 18 November 2008

NadeemViP30 July 2018 08:21:48

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You have to check the Economic Development Board website (EDB)
MOST of the information is found there.

betsie1 Member

Member since 01 March 2018

betsie1Member30 July 2018 08:27:02

ok thanks

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