Tariq
@Fireworks C
Mauritian looking for information about United Arab Emirates
Forum posts
57
Contacts
751
About me
Mauritian
Speaks English / French
Registration: 10 March 2015
Mauritius Taxation on US pension by Johnprint23
Hello Group,I am a 63 year old single American male contemplating retirement in Mauritius. Let's say I have a United States Social Security pension income of $2,300 US and secure the retirement visa because I qualify to put $1500 US in a Mauritian ...
@Jonhprint23 Foreign income means income derived from outside Mauritius. It shall include emoluments, directors’ fees, annuity, and pension in respect of past services, business income, rental income, investment income and interest income. The ... Read More
Shipping second hand personal car to Mauritius by PrishCat
Dear all, Please may I request guidance on importing my second hand car into Mauritius from South Africa. The MRA website states 100% duty on the book value and 15% VAT as per the engine size. This will not be for resale but personal use and local ...
Hi PrishCat, Please read the below testimony which could be of guidance to you: "Before moving to Mauritius we lived in the UK, where the price of everything is a click away on the Internet. For example, our 2003 Citroën Xsara Picasso ... Read More
public or private school by firdoze
Hi there Im from south africa and we deciding on moving to mauritius..my hubby is a mauritian.. just wanted to know if the public schools in mauritius have an english medium as my kids only speak english.. my kids are 3 and 5.. will my kids manage ...
Hi Firdoze, Creole is not so difficult to understand and they should adapt very quickly, the more that your hubby is a Mauritian. I cannot foresee any problem of integration though it depends mostly on the perseverance of the children as well. With ... Read More
HELP ME FIND A JOB IN MAURITIUS by mwarabu90
Hi my name is kefa, currently living in Kenya. .am looking forward to seeing myself working in Mauritius. ..i love the country. .hope you will consider my application regards kefa
Post your CV on the job sites.. Good Luck Read More
Personalised Car license plates by docindie
Dear All I had heard a few years ago in the 2013 budget speech that - "A Personalised Registration Mark scheme will be introduced whereby a vehicle owner will be given possibility to purchase a personalized alpha numeric plate consisting of ...
Hi, This has been materialised and I personally know 2 persons in Mauritius having personalised number plates.. Read More
Living in Mauritius by robbieevertse
Hi my name is Robert I want to know if i can live in Mauritius and work in another country, I will be working 1 month out of the country and then the month i am not working i'll be in Mauritius, and then evertually retire in Mauritius in 6 ...
Hi Robert, Since you will not be working in Mauritius and thus not residing under an Occupational Permit, you will only be able to stay as a tourist. If you would be staying under an Occupational Permit, the law does not provide for a minimum number ... Read More
Credit cards and deposit by aakayb
Hi all, I am looking to get a bank card that will allow me to shop online and I was previously told I will need a credit card, as the standard debit card here will not allow online purchases. I currently have a bank account with SBM and I ...
I am pretty sure the bank will not require any deposit in case you have a monthly fixed income on your account. Read More
HELP ME FIND A JOB IN MAURITIUS by mwarabu90
Hi my name is kefa, currently living in Kenya. .am looking forward to seeing myself working in Mauritius. ..i love the country. .hope you will consider my application regards kefa
Hi, Please google on the job sites in Mauritius and register yourselves therein.. Also, kindly visit the Classifieds in the local newspapers. A few of the local newspapers have online versions as well. Thanks. Read More
Car shipping- Is it worth to bring our car to Mauritius? by move2015
Hi there, My husband and I will be relocating to Mauritius after over 10 years overseas and will therefore benefit from the Returning resident advantage on one car. We would really appreciate some advice on: 1.car shipping companies 2. If it is ...
Hello move2015, Though it appears that you haven't mentioned from which country, I am posting the below scenario in case it could be of help to you: "Before moving to Mauritius we lived in the UK, where the price of everything is a click ... Read More
bringing a car from uk to maurtius by najs
hi I was just wondering if I were to bring a car to Mauritius and then eventually want to sell it there what is the law regarding how long I would have had to have it in my possession .???
I am posting the below scenario in case it could be of assistance to anyone: " Before moving to Mauritius we lived in the UK, where the price of everything is a click away on the Internet. For example, our 2003 Citroën Xsara Picasso was ... Read More
Importing car to Mauritius from UK as "returning" citizen by Neo-UK
I'm moving to Mauritius next month (mid-June) and wish to take my car over from the UK. I have never been to Mauritius before, but I am in the process of applying for my Mauritius passport as I am Mauritian by descent (mother). I have read on ...
I am posting the below scenario in case it may be of assistance to anyone: "Before moving to Mauritius we lived in the UK, where the price of everything is a click away on the Internet. For example, our 2003 Citroën Xsara Picasso was ... Read More
job search by canniahumesh
Hello, Looking for a job urgently! Thanks
Hi Bhavna, This is noted with thanks. Read More
Registering a PLC in Reunion by NameoSurnami
HI, How would one go about registering a Private Limited Company (PLC) in Reunion(974)? Is there a website where I can register this or would I have to go in person somewhere in Reunion? The company would be importing dry food products from ...
NameoSurnami, I wish you Good Luck ! Better to deal with ICAC here than CCI ! ;) ;) Read More
Driving in Reunion Island by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Reunion Island? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the ...
Hi, I have been to Reunion Island on various occasions and bluntly, Mauritius drivers are far behind our sister Island, Reunion, in terms of driving techniques, courtesy on the road, road safety rules and driving etiquette. Sorry for conveying ... Read More
job search by canniahumesh
Hello, Looking for a job urgently! Thanks
Vous pouvez visiter ces sites: http://www.leboncoin.fr/_emploi_/offres/reunion/?f=a&th=1 www.pagesjaunes.fr Merci. Read More
butane gas cartridge for refilling lighter by zeina
Anyone know where i can get butane gas cartridge for refilling lighter
You need to search in the supermarkets or certain shops.. I bought one cartridge in a shop at Port-Louis, near Winners.. Read More
Expat blog meet up..... Blue Bay by clintonjay
Hi guys Just moved to Mahebourg recently after a long time in the north. So I was wondering if there are expats around Mahebourg and Blue Bay who wants to meet up for a drink, meet fellow expats and make new friends. Time and place to be fixed ...
Blue Bay on a Sunday, the more that it will be during school holidays, might be overcrowded.. My humble opinion ! ;) Read More
Which bank is best for foreigner's needs? by GuestPoster696
I need to open a bank account in Mauritius. I already have my residence permit. Which bank has the easiest procedure of opening account for foreigners. Also provides card for online shopping, etc. Need Advice urgently!
They in fact require a 'Bank Reference', certifying that you have satisfactorily maintained a bank account with a reputable bank for a specific period of time. Read More
Passport type
You can please enquire with the Passport & Immigration office at Sterling House, Lislet Geoffrey Street, Port-Louis. Read More
Good specialist for Psoriasis in Mauritius? by EvaneeI
Hello, Anybody knows a good specialist for Psoriasis in Mauritius? Or if there is any support groups and homeopathy treatment clinic for this particular condition? Many thanks!
That's Rosiewestie.. Always to the assistance of those in need ! All the best. Read More
Links to job sites by Sandman6
For all you wannabees. Nice Mr Sandman gives you all these links to trawl through for jobs in the UAE and GCC. Mods: Please make this a ...
Thanks for the info. I have a Legal background with nearly 10 years working experience in the Legal / Global Business (Offshore) sector. Looking for a challenging career within the UAE, I have been applying for numerous legal positions via ... Read More
Good specialist for Psoriasis in Mauritius? by EvaneeI
Hello, Anybody knows a good specialist for Psoriasis in Mauritius? Or if there is any support groups and homeopathy treatment clinic for this particular condition? Many thanks!
Psoriasis has no remedy. It can be mild as well as acute. All you have to do is to avoid stress, anxiety, dirt, some kind of foods, use soft creams, etc. I've visited a lot of practitioners around the island and spent a lot for my kid. Inbox me ... Read More
A good dermatologist by GuestPoster66
Hi all. does anyone have a name of a good dermatologist in the North. Cheers :cool:
Malikah, I agree with you that Apollo has the worst dermatologist. I don't know if we are referring to the same Dr. but I filed a complaint recently against HIM. Overall, Apollo is a nice hospital which I would recommend to anyone... Cheers. Read More
Residence Permit by Fireworks C
How long does it take to get your Residence Permit in Mauritius ?
Thank you for this piece of info Nazlin24.. Read More
Which bank is best for foreigner's needs? by GuestPoster696
I need to open a bank account in Mauritius. I already have my residence permit. Which bank has the easiest procedure of opening account for foreigners. Also provides card for online shopping, etc. Need Advice urgently!
MCB is good. Charges may be high for the International banks. Read More
Residence Permit by Fireworks C
How long does it take to get your Residence Permit in Mauritius ?
Hi Lesjar, Thank you very much for this piece of helpful info. Do you nevertheless have a hint if someone is buying the large schemed property ? Read More
Looking for strange objects by vadim kampel
Maybe somebody knows where i can find in mauritius, give me your advice please! 1. hunters gun (can be broken, just for decoration). Maybe i can find hunter shop on Island? ...
Hi Vadim, I've got a friend who has a hunting licence. Will ask him and let you know. Cheers. Read More
Where to live when working in Port Louis by jacquisl
Hey guys! I've trolled the forums for info on this but still not really sure. My question is just which areas to look for accommodation. I'm in my early twenties and moving to Mauritius for May - August for work in Port Louis. I'm ...
Absolutely Agree with Rosie. Thanks. Read More
Residence Permit
How long does it take to get your Residence Permit in Mauritius ? Read More