tomgmu
Hungarian looking for information about Mauritius
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Hungarian
Lives in Grand Port
Speaks english, Hungarian
Registration: 14 February 2021
Swimming in the sea all year?
HiI've heard that in Da Nang (and elsewhere) you can't swim in the sea unless you travel there around june - august, otherwise the waves are too strong and therefore swimming is not allowed.Is this the case everywhere in Vietnam? Is there a region ... Read More
Visit Vietnam for first time
I'm planning to visit Vietnam this year. However, I've never been there before, so some advise would be appreciated:I love the sea, nature, swimming and snorkeling. I would like to avoid very touristy places and the crowded tourist traps. Which ... Read More
Is Vietnam a good destination for digital nomads as of 2024? by tomgmu
Hi all!I tried to research this and I just want my findings to get verified:So my understanding is that it's not really possible for digital nomads to stay in the country for longer period. This still requires a work permit and business visa / work ...
Thanks for the info guys!I guess visa run is not the best option for me, since I'm not alone, have a family too. Moving 3-4 people every 3 months is not ideal.Yes all my income is generated elsewhere, doing online work and not taking away the job of ... Read More
Is Vietnam a good destination for digital nomads as of 2024?
Hi all!I tried to research this and I just want my findings to get verified:So my understanding is that it's not really possible for digital nomads to stay in the country for longer period. This still requires a work permit and business visa / work ... Read More
Cost of living 2024
Hi all!I'm trying figure out what budget do I need to live in Mauritius.I'm planning to move there soon, under premium visa.Here are the important points:I wanna live somewhere on a beach suitable for swimming (and snorkeling if possible) or nearby ... Read More
Premium visa: family and taxation questions
HiI have some questions about the premium visa.If I understand this correctly, the visa allows me to bring my family to Mauritius. But what does "family" mean? Spouse + children only? I wanna bring my mother and sister. Is that possible?My ... Read More
Saudi employment contract validity by tomgmu
Hi I received a contract from a Saudi company. The company exists and is real, already verified that. The contract is about remote work, so I won't move to Saudi. This contract sounds a like a normal employment contract, it is based on Saudi ...
I don't know why you are confused. A "civil" contract is legally binding in your case. In case of any dispute, civil or commercial laws will apply. An "employment" contract is NOT legally binding in your case - you ... Read More
Saudi employment contract validity by tomgmu
Hi I received a contract from a Saudi company. The company exists and is real, already verified that. The contract is about remote work, so I won't move to Saudi. This contract sounds a like a normal employment contract, it is based on Saudi ...
Hi So thanks to your information, I was able to terminate this contract. First they said that if I quit, I have to pay various penalties according to Saudi labour law. However when I showed them the labour law article you cited here they just ... Read More
What are the exact requirements to be employed in KSA? by tomgmu
So: remote work, no paperwork other than the contract. Have no Iqama, work permit or anything issued by the Saudi government. Question: can I still be legally employed under Saudi labour law? My understanding is that this is not possible. Remote ...
Hi XTang! Thanks again for the detailed info and clarification. Confusion was caused by the responses I received from other people. But this is very clear now. I'm not employee, so the contract is useless. I just don't understand why ... Read More
What are the exact requirements to be employed in KSA?
So: remote work, no paperwork other than the contract. Have no Iqama, work permit or anything issued by the Saudi government. Question: can I still be legally employed under Saudi labour law? My understanding is that this is not possible. Remote ... Read More
Saudi employment contract validity by tomgmu
Hi I received a contract from a Saudi company. The company exists and is real, already verified that. The contract is about remote work, so I won't move to Saudi. This contract sounds a like a normal employment contract, it is based on Saudi ...
Yes it mentions those. EOSB is not mentioned. But then what about what XTang says?? If I'm not registered with Saudi government, don't have a visa or work permit, then how does Saudi labour law apply to me? Can they take legal actions ... Read More
Saudi employment contract validity by tomgmu
Hi I received a contract from a Saudi company. The company exists and is real, already verified that. The contract is about remote work, so I won't move to Saudi. This contract sounds a like a normal employment contract, it is based on Saudi ...
Hi Thanks for the clarification! OK but then I still don't fully understand. If I'm not an employee, then is the contract invalid? It doesn't say anything about consultancy, it's a standard employment contract text (fixed length, 2 ... Read More
Saudi employment contract validity
Hi I received a contract from a Saudi company. The company exists and is real, already verified that. The contract is about remote work, so I won't move to Saudi. This contract sounds a like a normal employment contract, it is based on Saudi ... Read More
Working conditions and labour laws in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla
Hello, Working conditions differ across the world, and as a working expat, it is important to know your rights as an employee. Are working conditions standard in Saudi Arabia? For instance, are working hours, paid time off, and sick leave ...
Hi Thanks for the info! I see. One thing: This contract is based on Saudi law. It makes many references to Saudi labour law and various other laws and it also says that Saudi Courts should handle disputes etc. It has all those details, like ... Read More
Working conditions and labour laws in Saudi Arabia by Priscilla
Hello, Working conditions differ across the world, and as a working expat, it is important to know your rights as an employee. Are working conditions standard in Saudi Arabia? For instance, are working hours, paid time off, and sick leave ...
Hi I received a contract from a Saudi company. However, it's for remote work, so visa and other stuff won't be issued. Strangely, it only has a English version. There is no arabic, even though contract says that English is only for ... Read More
Eating out costs by tomgmu
Hi I would like to know how much does it cost to eat lunch and dinner in restaurants. I would prefer local / African food, no need for western stuff. How much does this cost somewhere near to the beaches (I would like to rent a house in a location ...
Guys one more question, if you don't mind. What about dangerous animals in Mauritius? Of course I know there are sea urchins, stingrays, venomous fish (like stonefish) etc. But what about sharks or lethal jellyfish? Is there anything special ... Read More
Eating out costs by tomgmu
Hi I would like to know how much does it cost to eat lunch and dinner in restaurants. I would prefer local / African food, no need for western stuff. How much does this cost somewhere near to the beaches (I would like to rent a house in a location ...
Thanks guys for the great responses again! Don't have more questions :)/ Unfortunately I'm not a French national, I'm from eastern EU. Read More
Eating out costs by tomgmu
Hi I would like to know how much does it cost to eat lunch and dinner in restaurants. I would prefer local / African food, no need for western stuff. How much does this cost somewhere near to the beaches (I would like to rent a house in a location ...
Cool! Thank you all for the info. When I move to MU, I will have to stay 2 weeks in a quarantine hotel. It would be good to contact and agency while I'm there. Where can I find these agencies? I assume they have websites? Could you post some ... Read More
Eating out costs by tomgmu
Hi I would like to know how much does it cost to eat lunch and dinner in restaurants. I would prefer local / African food, no need for western stuff. How much does this cost somewhere near to the beaches (I would like to rent a house in a location ...
Thanks again for all the great info! I'll check these places for sure. One last question: What does it take to rent an apartment / house? I mean, are the contracts fixed term or you can rent on monthly basis? Is there a deposit you have to ... Read More
Eating out costs by tomgmu
Hi I would like to know how much does it cost to eat lunch and dinner in restaurants. I would prefer local / African food, no need for western stuff. How much does this cost somewhere near to the beaches (I would like to rent a house in a location ...
Hi Anou86 and Happy Girl! Thanks for the great answers, it's a lot of useful info! Sounds really good, these prices are very reasonable. I love Indian and Chinese food, so it's even better :) Could you also give me some advice regarding ... Read More
Cost of Living in Mauritius-middle class life style by jrishabh
What is the cost of living in Mauritius if I have the following life style: 1.Stay in a single unshared studio room (economic/middle class level) 2.Eat 50% out side and 50% cook myself 3.commute by bus 4.use high speed internet 5.use a basic health ...
Hi What I had in mind is 30-40K MUR / month. My needs are slightly different than the original poster!s, but similar. I don't need a car, I don't have a driving license. A motorbike would be great later (maybe I would rent one), but for ... Read More
Eating out costs
Hi I would like to know how much does it cost to eat lunch and dinner in restaurants. I would prefer local / African food, no need for western stuff. How much does this cost somewhere near to the beaches (I would like to rent a house in a location ... Read More
Cost of Living in Mauritius-middle class life style by jrishabh
What is the cost of living in Mauritius if I have the following life style: 1.Stay in a single unshared studio room (economic/middle class level) 2.Eat 50% out side and 50% cook myself 3.commute by bus 4.use high speed internet 5.use a basic health ...
Hi Is the above info still valid today? Or did the prices change a lot? My needs: - Eating out all the time (local food, western stuff once in a while) - Need a studio or 1 bedroom - Shared pool is a must. - Would like to live somewhere near the ... Read More
Renting a house - how does it work? by tomgmu
Hi I will probably travel to Mauirtius as a tourist soon. I would like to rent a house, because I wanna stay longer (first on tourist visa, later on premium). Questions: - Is it possible to rent on monthly basis? - If contracts are fixed term, ...
Thanks for the response! Any tourist agencies you would recommend in particular? Read More
Renting a house - how does it work?
Hi I would will probably travel to Mauirtius as a tourist soon. I would like to rent a house, because I wanna stay longer (first on tourist visa, later on premium). Questions: - Is it possible to rent on monthly basis? - If contracts are fixed ... Read More
Border opening by Jackie6
Hi Dies anyone know when the airport will be re opened. I am prepared to go into quarantine as my mother is very ill
HI So it seems borders wil open on 15th of July. I just want to clarify: - Once the borders are open, I can travel to Mauritius, and ad a vaccinated person, I can stay in one of the "safe" hotels for 14 days. I can't leave the hotel, ... Read More
Finding the right location
Hi I would like to move to Mauritius and live there for a while. However, I'm not sure which part of the island is ideal for me. These things are important for me: - Safe neighbourhood - Beach very near ( good for snorkeling, swimming) . - At ... Read More
Cost of living in Mauritius by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Mauritius. Don't forget to mention where in Mauritius you are living. How much does it cost to live in Mauritius? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares ...
Hi Thanks for the detailed info. However, I have some more questions: So what does "mid range restaurant" mean? Is it something like those small eateries selling local food you find everywhere in Thailand around beach areas, towns and ... Read More
New members of the Mauritius forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Mauritius forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Szia! Igen en is remelem. Te a csaladoddal koltozol Irorszagbol? En egyedul mennek, de nem tudom meg hova lenne erdemes. Esetleg van valami tiiped, hol lehet ezen a forumon kivul hiteles infot talalni Mauriciusrol? Arakat meg websiteokat talaltam, ... Read More
Cost of living in Mauritius by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Mauritius. Don't forget to mention where in Mauritius you are living. How much does it cost to live in Mauritius? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares ...
Hi guys! How much does it cost to eat in restaurants. Asian / african / local food. I'm not looking for western food (maybe just once in a while). Is it possible to "eat out" all the time, like in Thailand for example? Or is it more ... Read More
New members of the Mauritius forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Mauritius forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi Tom here, I'm Hungarian and living in Hungary currently. I would like to move to Mauritius as soon as possible (if I can obtain the new premium visa). I'm just one guy, no family. I'm looking for a nice & cozy house / apartment ... Read More