Tarun
@tarunhshah
Indian expat in the United Arab Emirates
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About me
Indian
Lives in Dubai
Speaks HINDI - ENGLISH
Registration: 09 October 2010
Moving to Mauritius next month - looking for your suggestions! by MatthewVic
Hi all! I'm moving to Mauritius next month (for 3/4 months, maybe longer) and as I'm self-employed I'm lucky enough to be-able to live anywhere on the island. So that's why I need your help! What city would you suggest as a good ...
hi , depending on your mood and taste - whole island is paradise and North ( grand bay / peerybear./port louis is always / mostly warm and 2 degree hotter as compared to center ( QuatreBornes / flic n flacq ) and south is colder than any other ... Read More
Quatre Bornes living cost
Hello , Rajinder - there is one gurudwara in area called coromondal. Regards Read More
Gujarati Mandal or Club by ashishbp
Hello Everyone, I am from India. I am new to Mauritius. Do any one knows any Gujarati people in Mauritius. I am looking for Gujarati Mandal or Club where I can meet like them.
Hi ashish , how are you , KEM CHO ? hope you are keeping well .. you may inbox me for more detail . Regards, Read More
Bharat Fiber connection by mishkj
Hi there, Has anyone out there tried this new Bharat (www.btl.mu) service provider yet? Does it work? How long would it take to get it connected? Hoping to get a few things up and running before we arrive and any info on this would be greatly ...
seems still they have not started services Read More
Catamaran Trip - Tamarin
Hi all i am looking for catamaran on bare boat basis for dolphin + sunset could anyone please help on this with best operater and ofcourse best price . i used business directory as well no luck :( incase of contact no , please inbox me Regards, Read More
where can i buy a dehumidifier?
dear all , You will get it @ courts .. Read More
travel info needed
hi all , i heard that masai mara is a beautiful place and reserver / safari is an interesting place to visit. thank ful if any one can help with good local hotel and ofcourse a good tour operator who can help to offer best itenary and deal ... Read More
Paintings - Artwork by tarunhshah
Hey all forum members , i am looking for any good art work / painter where we can get good art / painting work at good rate . can any one help with address & conatct
hi alisa , thanks alot we tried with bagatelle shop , but didnt worked out as they import it. will check with waterfront and black river as well it would help some one as well like students of art college if any or good painers to who we can ... Read More
Paintings - Artwork
Hey all forum members , i am looking for any good art work / painter where we can get good art / painting work at good rate . can any one help with address & conatct Read More
Air Tickets - MUR INDIA
thanks , i also want to meet him but unfortunate we couldn't. will check. Read More
Air Tickets - MUR INDIA
hi all , i was just checking tickets for india thru air mauritius - where i observed that if any tourist want to stay more in mauritius ticket cost is much highr than routine say if you want to stay for 7 to 10 days then ticket is 30K and if more ... Read More
rupees?, pleased post worth difference etc, havent checked myself x
thats true .. sorry new to this, not euro's, i have no idea how much a rupee is worth, i feel very uneducated, sorryHi, I am from the UK as well and I also use xe website its very easy to use, but for quickness when I am out shopping if something ... Read More
Denied visa extension by Skiffle
Hi, Are there any scenarios where a extension for tourist can be denied? Even though you have submitted all the requirements? I got around 3500 us dollars to blow here, and I'm staying with my friend so there's no hotel fees. Will that be enough ...
yes it will be enough howevevr they will not give visa more than 90 days in one calender year . Read More
rupees?, pleased post worth difference etc, havent checked myself x
i presume that he is asking that value of 1 USD or 1 euro Vs MUR . if its 1 USD will fetch 29 MUR and 1 euro will fetch around 38 MUR ( rates get changed every day ) Read More
JOB in Textile field
Hi all , i checked up with all HR consultant about job in textile - production level but unfortunately they dont have any opening - its surprising that though textile is 2nd industry in number in mauritius there is no one providing HR services in ... Read More
Voluntary Work in Mauritius by joseph27
Hi All, I move to Mauritius in January 2007 after taking early retirement in the UK. My wife is from Mauritius but my married children and grandchildren are in the UK, plus family in Dublin (mine) I have attempted to do voluntary work (actually ...
Hi all , Joe you may try to contact red cross scociety in mauritius. By becoming member there you can get a good opportunity to meet many people working for same cause . Read More
Any Contact in MBC
hello tetou , thanks for your suggestion. i have asked for a copy of it . Hello I was an ex journalist in MBC. It will be quite difficult to have access to MBC tapes but what you can do is to make a request by sending a letter to the Director ... Read More
Any Contact in MBC
Try the archives in this link , you might find what you are looking for mbcradio.tvThanks terence bhai , same is available in archive but that video is not working. Regards, Read More
Any Contact in MBC
Dear All Hi , i am looking for a recorded copy of DEEPAVALI FESTIVAL which was arranged @ BON ACCUEIL on 23.10.2011 . thankful and glad if someone can help . Read More
vegetarian restaurant
hi all , wish you happy dipavali and new year . can any one help on list of Pure VEG restaurant or alteast name of restaurant which has separate kitchen for VEG & NON VEG Read More
importing a car into MRU
its not viable to import , looking to tax assement and shipping cost ... Read More
Dolphin Watching
@ please send contact detail.. we will try it again Read More
Dolphin Watching
Hi to everyone . do any one know good guide for dolphin watching and swim with as , manay time i have heared that after taking us to mid sea they say today there are no dolphins and it wont be possible to show you dolphins is that true or they just ... Read More
Accomodation & utilities borne by employer - Is it taxable? by conface
Hi expats, Any expat here got taxed monthly for the accomodation/utilities paid by their employer? Apparently, based on the goverment website, accomocation/utilities borne by the employer are considered as emoluments and therefore, taxable. For ...
Hi , all one more question is Education cost bared by / paid by employye and reimbursed by employer is taxable in hand of employee ? Read More
3% social security contribution
No as per my understanding it is not for expat Read More
Co2 taxes
HI ALL , governmet should also encourage use of CNG / LPG which generate less carbon and environment friendly .... Read More
Living Cost
Dear All i am basically indian and currently in mauritius , i would like to have a rough idea on cost of living ... 01 Rent for furnished / unfurnished houses 02 Education and cost of it 03 medium of education 04 Vegetarian food 05 Security ... Read More
Bringing foodstuff to Mauritius by Vids
Hi I have been following the forum for a while since my husband was contemplating moving to Mauritius. Now, we may be finally moving there from India soon. I have several queries and would really appreciate your answers. 1. Having researched a bit ...
Hi Vids , 01 for accomodation let me suggest you that QB is more good that F & F in below terms 1 More Indian expat 2 Indian Food stuff & grocery is available in QB 3 vegetable market is nearby - Specially QB market is known. also it depend ... Read More
Moving to Mauritius
Nigel , as you said that your salary offered is USD 90000 per annum in that case it is very handsome salary and you would be able to save good money. however your way of comaprision depened on your current lifestlye and savings . but in around 1200 ... Read More
Advice needed on moving to Mauritius
HI Rubimes on going through your message i understand that house will be provided by the organisation , looking to your allowance it must be a shared accomodation. Now about your allowance of 7500 MUR seems to be on very lower side bcoz 01 Now a ... Read More
BlackBerry novice by Hanlie Blaise
Bonjour a tous, I have avoided getting the yuppie toy (my words) but now I see how it can assist me. However, there are so many different models to choose from, varying greatly in prices, I would not know how to choose! Help please..... Also, ...
Hi, instead of Blackberry you may go for IPHONE as blackberry dont allow many of the applications to run Read More
Lizzards in the house by arif
Hi There are too many lizzards in my house. I dont want to poison and kill them. Is there any way to avoid them coming in the house. Thanks Arif
HI All you may try to fill a spray bottle with water. Add two teaspoons of Tabasco sauce to it and shake the bottle well. Now, spray the sauce-water mixture in the areas where you often find lizards. Do this for a couple of days Read More
Banking transaction
Dear All , Hi can any one suggest that which is a best suitable bank for indina EXPAT as far as Exchange rate & bank charges are concerned . In some of the banks what i observed that their Exchange rates are lower than what a normal money ... Read More
traditional cloths by tarunhshah
Hi , all . I am looking for mauritian traditional clothes for children men and women can anybody guide on the same .
Hi , hansa - alisa , Traditional cloths means one which exhibit mauritian culture . Like every country has their typical clothing pattern . Say in india for mens its kurta dhoti , for women its saree etc. I was thinking to buy proper mauritian ... Read More
traditional cloths
Hi , all . I am looking for mauritian traditional clothes for children men and women can anybody guide on the same . Read More
the very Best place to live in Dallas by planetfutureworld
is Highlandpark without any doubt, I've got a home there University Boulevard since 1981 and never had any problem at all, if you like to talk about it call 7169894952 friendly yours john
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TIPS - How to prepare local produce? How to live cheaply in Mauritius? by Stormtrooper
1) Have you noticed local veg is a lot more cheaper than imported stuff? However many expats I find do not buy them simply because they're not sure how to 'pick the right one', how to cook it etc. If anyone has any tips please tell us. 2) Or did ...
Raghuvanshi , alisa very good points , some of the things you can easily grow are dhaniya , phudina where there is no need of seeds instead of throwing in dustbin we can use them to grow . Also for basil one can use totally dry seeds which are ... Read More
MOSQUITOS HEEEELLLP! by toZ
Anybody, everybody, pls what is effective?!!!?
Hi all , Hi closing door and window is a good option , also mosquito repelant are good and effective , alternatively if convenient take ssome dry leaves of neem tree leaves and put them in frying pan on gas. This will make a lot of smoke but this ... Read More
Living in Ebene by Aj259
Hello Guys My first post!!! Well I am plannin to come to Mauritius for Employment. My office would be located in Ebene Cybercity. Can you please advise me on places where I can rent accomodation which is not too far from the Ebene Cybercity. Also ...
AJ, If you are in mumbai - dont compare with mumbai as you will not not find any person walking on streets , shops get closed early. However environment is very good here . people like us who are habitual of living in pollution may get breathing ... Read More
Living in Ebene by Aj259
Hello Guys My first post!!! Well I am plannin to come to Mauritius for Employment. My office would be located in Ebene Cybercity. Can you please advise me on places where I can rent accomodation which is not too far from the Ebene Cybercity. Also ...
Hi , Nice to see taht you have got opportinity in MAURITIUS , If your office in cybercity - Quatre borne is a best palce to live for indian Expats , as you will get indian food stuff , shops and environment in Quatre borne. other near by palces are ... Read More
looking for a car
HI thank you all but still looking for any one who want to sell his personal car. Read More
Got job offer from Mauritius by maxr09
Hello Everyone , I have got Job offer from Mauritius's company. They are giving me 1500 USD/month + Local accommodation. Also i have got job offer in india about 1000 USD/month. I am working as ORACLE DBA and having 2 years 10 months of ...
Hi . You may ask for escorting trip for one week to mauritius and may check what is company all about and what are the infrastructure and everything . As it seems you are from pune cost of living would be much more similar. In case you need any ... Read More
Got job offer from Mauritius by maxr09
Hello Everyone , I have got Job offer from Mauritius's company. They are giving me 1500 USD/month + Local accommodation. Also i have got job offer in india about 1000 USD/month. I am working as ORACLE DBA and having 2 years 10 months of ...
Hi , I agree with Musheer , if you are coming alone and company is providing you house than it seems ok you may still may still negotiate with company as here tax slab is flat 15 % while in india you have slab wise tax . also if you have a joint ... Read More
Duty free / refund of duty car for professionals
Hello , Hi to all Do any one have any idea that is there any relaxation on duty on imported car form thier home country ? OR they refund back the duty paid while taking back the car to origional country ? Read More
House needed on rent in Quatre Borne
Hi all i am in need of a fully furnished house on rent in Quatre Borne. Please reply with contact details. Read More
Car licence
Hi everyone . As i am from india would like to know that i have a regular car driving licence in india do i need to take international car driving licence from INDIA or current is valid ld over there . if not what is procedure & fee for getting ... Read More
Culture and crime rate in mauritius by tarunhshah
01 working days time in mauratiaus ( 5 days week / 6 days week ) 02 crime rate 03 culture 04 is vegetarian food is amply available ?
Hi all and bunkoma first of all i am sorry for mistake that i have done . actually befor i conclude typing in my initial query by mistake i clicked POST and hence msg was half. thank you for bringing to my notice. information given by bunkoma is ... Read More
Culture and crime rate in mauritius
01 working days time in mauratiaus ( 5 days week / 6 days week ) 02 crime rate 03 culture 04 is vegetarian food is amply available ? Read More
COST OF LIVING - HELP
Thank alot for taking some time . I have gone through all but not getting exact clue . also some of the blog on cost of living are older than 1 year . if you can give specific idea on my confusion i would be thank ful to you Read More
COST OF LIVING - HELP
i have got an offer form a mauratiaus comapny They are offering 73,000.00 MUR per month + education for 2 child up to 14600 MUR per month + medical. I have to manage for Myself + wife + 1 child having age of 4 years and one of 1 year can any ... Read More