Mauritius Lifestyle - Expat Magazine
People choose to become expats for many reasons, including better futures for themselves and their families, have interesting experiences, and travel. Many countries also benefit from immigration and expat-presence. However, expat life also has inherent challenges, including facing discrimination against locals at times. Conversely, in some places, locals may view expats as privileged.
Vaccine mix, new Commissioner of Police, a Finance Bill voted and a World Bank report on the Mauritian economy in this week's summary of the news.
A new increase in the number of cases of COVID-19, Janssen vaccine considered for children and a new anticyclone in the region ... Here's what's happening in Mauritius in this last week of July.
If your kids are enrolled in a private island school, chances are they are on vacation right now. Meanwhile, work and life is in full swing following the lockdown hiatus and it's still a bit of a blur on public activities for children... Here's how to keep your little ones busy during these holidays.
Between the record rise in the number of COVID-19 cases and the drop of temperature due to an approaching anticyclone, here is what happened in Mauritius this week.
Here is a summary of what happened this week in Mauritius between the long-awaited reopening of the borders and the drop in prices of more than 200 consumer brands and vegetables.
As of now, the long-awaited return to normalcy seems to be a utopia. In recent months, the rise of COVID-19 cases led to new restrictions and lockdowns in many countries. So it is clear that we are not likely to drop our masks anytime soon.
It has not even been a year since French expat Lise settled in Rodrigues. In just a few months, she has given birth to her daughter, visited and hiked all over Rodrigues island and work with the Regional Assembly. She's now on the hunt for a job.
Between the new surge of COVID-19 cases and the further depreciation of the Mauritian rupee, here's an insight into what happened this week in Mauritius.
Here is some great news not only for Mauritius but also for foreign retirees who are considering international relocation. According to various media reports, the island currently ranks among the world's most favourite destinations for foreign retirees. Since Mauritius is reopening its borders from July 15, 2021, here are some of the perks of moving there.
Between the third phase of the reopening of the island and the hope that the Chinese vaccines administered to expatriates in Mauritius will soon be recognized in Europe, here is an overview of the local news of this last week of June.
This week marked the International Music Day celebration and the launch into space of the first Mauritian nanosatellite. Here's a glimpse of the local news in brief.
Extension of the validity of the Occupation Permit, new rules for the spouses of holders of this permit, opening of borders, new laws surrounding financial and offshore services, digital rupee ... The Expat Mag takes stock of measures of the 2021 budget / 2022 that may be of interest to expats and investors.
As Mauritius prepares to reopen its borders on July 15, the island has a record of more than 1,000 local COVID-19 cases. Here's a summary of this week's local news.
This is definitely the long-awaited moment for tourists and expats-to-be in Mauritius. From July 15, 2021, the island is reopening its borders but under certain conditions. Indeed, quarantine remains mandatory even for travellers who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Since last week, expatriates who have been vaccinated against COVID-19 in Mauritius and who had travel plans to Europe are in limbo. The European Medicines Agency has announced that the Sinopharm and Covaxin vaccines are not recognised within the European Union and the Schengen area.
From Gateau Piment to fresh fish and mango vindaloo and roti to a fabulous gentleman named Mr. Aslam who has been making and selling homemade ice- cream in a myriad of flavours on Rose-Hill high street for 42 years! There is such a variety of tasty and different street foods to try here in Mauritius. Nicola, a British expat in Mauritius, wants to take you to explore her favorite street food.
From the mismanagement of the COVID-19 vaccination campaign and the spike in the number of COVID-19 cases and final preparations for the Budget 2021-2022 presentation this Friday, June 11, let's catch up with this week's local news.
Articles to help you in your expat project in Mauritius
Retiring in Mauritius
Mauritius is rapidly becoming a hub for foreign retirees. In order to provide for the growing interest, in ...
Traveling to Mauritius
Do you need a visa to travel to Mauritius? What are the entry conditions and health requirements? Find the answers ...
Retire in Mauritius
Do you want to spend the rest of your life gazing at seemingly endless stripes of warm sand, swinging your golf ...
Driver's licence in Mauritius
Mauritius has a well-developed public transport network, although the frequency and working hours might not work ...
Banking and Finance in Mauritius
Opening a bank account in Mauritius can help you in many ways, including to receive your salary, pay your monthly ...
The health system in Mauritius
Health is a major issue when moving abroad. Are expats eligible for the Mauritian health system? What are the ...
Open a bank account that suits you
Discover the best international banks to manage your money securely.
"