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Member since 05 February 2020

SickofukNew member05 February 2020 20:24:08

Hi all
Well I've been offered my dream job of developing luxury properties on Mauritius. I will be moving over with my family and both have so many questions.

1) shipping vehicles is a minefield is it worth the hassle.. I have a couple of babies called Harley and Ducati can't leave them at home..

2) buying plant and machinery, can anyone advise.

3) are there social groups for expats, to help integrate with local communities.

As a newbie to this group please be gentle with me.. 🤗🤗

Bhavna Team

Member since 01 June 2015

BhavnaTeam06 February 2020 06:23:08

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Hi Sickofuk,

Welcome to Expat.Com

Happy for you that you have been offered an opportunity here.

I suggest that you read the How to bring your car to Mauritius thread to gather as much information as possible.

Concerning plant and machinery, what kind of professional material are you looking for exactly ?

Regards,
Bhavna

Sickofuk New member

Member since 05 February 2020

SickofukNew member06 February 2020 16:54:41

Hi Bhavna
Thank you for your message. Think I'm making progress with shipping.

Looking for suppliers for excavator and commercial vehicle in Mauritius.

Any help would be great

Thank you

Tecsla Inc.LLC Contributor

Member since 10 December 2016

Tecsla Inc.LLCContributor06 February 2020 16:58:06

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You are most welcome to the island.
Surely look forward in meeting you

WinstonH VIP Member

Member since 26 March 2016

WinstonHVIP Member07 February 2020 06:42:01

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Hello SickofUK,

Will try to help you with some of your questions.

1) It's definitely possible to ship your bikes to Mauritius. That said, the process can be strenuous and there are conditions on the shipment and you will have to incur taxes and duties.

Conditions like the year the bike was registered, the cylinder capacity of the engine, etc.

http://mra.mu/index.php/customs1/motor-vehicles

or you can inquire with a freight forwarding agent with business experience with Mauritius

2) Are you looking for new or used machinery?

There are dealerships where you can buy new equipment and machinery or you can get second-hand ones from contractors or construction companies.

3) yes, depending on where you will be in Mauritius, there are social groups and networks - they are also here on Expat Blog and on Facebook.

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