RELOCATING TO MAURITIUS
"We are not relocation specialists but my husband and I have moved many times and a number of those overseas so we know firsthand how stressful this can be.
Another big factor that contributes to the stress of relocation is the uncertainty of the unknown and the worries that are magnified by the questions going around in your head all the time, such as; will the kids settle in Mauritius? will they like their new school? what will day-to-day life be like? and the list goes on and on.
I would guess that everybody that relocates to Mauritius has done their homework to the extent they have visited friends or spent a few weeks here on holiday. Has researched the cost of living so has already calculated the affordability of the move. And finally, enjoyed the way of life it has to offer, otherwise, they wouldn't have come in the first place.
This page is here to guide you in some of the obvious and not-so-obvious parts of moving home to a new Country. What you don't find here you will find elsewhere on the website but here is a very good starting point.
Welcome to Parardise"
Karen
PERMITS & VISAS
The most crucial part of relocating to Mauritius is getting the right Permit or Visa, otherwise, your visit to the island can only be at best an extended holiday so I would suggest that this be everyone’s starting point. To assist you in finding out more regarding the types of visas and permits that are available to you, I would suggest you visit our Mauritius visas and permit page using the link below.
Or even simpler still, enquire using the form below and we will send you all the information you need.
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FINANCES
Mauritius as a destination caters for everyone. Although food and certain costs are expensive, such as cars and electricity, one can have a very nice quality of life living a very simple life.
There is free healthcare and education, accommodation can be cheap, and costs are relatively low in comparison to Europe.
You will need to buy a car, get health insurance, household insurance, car insurance amongst all the usual expenses of arriving in a new country and moving house.
If you are going to have residency by investment then this will be a minimum investment requirement of USD 350,000.
Our view is that for a 4-person family, (2 children), paying for both children in private international school, a 3-bedroom villa in a nice complex in the North of the island, will need approximately MUR 140,000 to 200,000 per month to live a good but not extravagant life. This would not include the purchasing of a car.
RETIREMENT
Mauritius has become a preferred retirement destination and witnessing increasing numbers of people entering on retirement visas. Expats who intend to retire to Mauritius are most welcome provided they meet certain conditions.
A Residence Permit may be issued upon acquisition of a residence worth at least US$ 350K within an approved development. Owners, their spouses, and dependent children are allowed to live in the country as long as the property remains in their possession. The residence permit is valid for 10 years and renewal remains tied to ownership of the residence.
You can also qualify by applying for a 3-year Occupation Permit as a retired non-citizen above the age of 50. However, you will be required to prove that you can transfer US$ 1.5k a month, or US$ 18k per year into a Mauritian bank account to cover your living, medical and transport expenses. After the initial permit period, you are entitled to apply for a 10-year Permanent Residence Permit provided you meet the income and other requirements which will save you from having to make an application every three years.
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PROPERTY
The decision between buying and renting a residential property when thinking about moving to Mauritius for retirement is entirely a matter of preference, lifestyle, and finances. Many people prefer the freedom of owning a full title property and living in a house that is all theirs.
Prices are governed by the forces of demand and supply, considering there is a shortage of accessible, safe, beautiful tropical islands boasting a diversified and stable economy.
Rentals on the other hand have become scarce since the pandemic ended here in Mauritius and I would suggest this being down to Mauritians selling off second and third homes to support the financial losses and hardships experienced over the lockdown periods and border closers.
There are many real estate agents in Mauritius, some better than others however if you are focused on client service and looking for someone to go the extra mile for you then those numbers reduce drastically.
Property Finder Ltd prides itself on the quality of service it gives to its clients and has many, many existing clients that are happy to support that claim, just ask!
SETTING UP A BUSINESS
According to the Doing Business 2020 statistics, Mauritius ranks 13 in ease of doing business among 190 nations.
If you are an expatriate coming to live in Mauritius and wishing to start up your own business, then you can expect to be greeted with open arms, but there are several complexities that you will need guidance on which will be provided by the Management Company that you will have to engage to help you in the companies formation.
Everything you need to know about your company structure options is explained on our "Mauritius Company Setup" page. Here you will find Candice Thompson as a guest writer and expert providing everything you need.
PET RELOCATION
Anyone that knows me will immediately understand that this is a subject close to my heart. Since being here in Mauritius we have brought into our home several stray dogs which have all become part of our family. We also spend time feeding strays in the local area.
There is a massive stray issue in Mauritius and it's one that's not going away any time soon. Estimates of the number of strays on the island range anything between 60,000 to 500,000, and my guess is, it's closer to the latter.
On the subject of bringing your pets to Mauritius, I can obviously fully understand why you would want to, but the journey is usually very stressful for them and that's not where the problems end.
If you are looking to bring the four-legged part of your family with you, I would strongly recommend getting as many tips, advice, and insights beforehand and the best way would be to speak with like-minded pet lovers on the island who will give you the low down, warts and all! With this in mind, the button below will take you to "Bruiser & Co" a Facebook account run from the north of the island who do fantastic work. Join the group and ask away.
+230 5846 8435