sharmaritachetty
South African looking for information about Mauritius
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Registration: 09 October 2025
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Mauritius Premium Visa by tcmunyoro
"Premium Visa application submitted 27 May 2026, additional accommodation document requested 15 June, status now In Process. Has anyone received approval in the last 2 months and how long did it take?"
@tcmunyoroHi, I'm also hoping to get a sense of the time it takes for the issue of this and the Retirement Visa. Once my property here in RSA is sold, the transfer process takes 2 to 3 months, after which I will have to seek alternative ... Read More
Medical insurance in Mauritius by sharmaritachetty
What are the cheapest medical insurance packages available in Mauritius?Are there any such packages which offer reimbursement of unused contributions?
@Tookays Hi, thanks. If I were to apply for a Premium Visa, medical insurance is a prerequisite.My intention initially was to apply for a retirement visa, so that option is still available to me. Read More
Medical insurance in Mauritius by sharmaritachetty
What are the cheapest medical insurance packages available in Mauritius?Are there any such packages which offer reimbursement of unused contributions?
@karibi Good day, thanks for this report. Read More
Medical insurance in Mauritius by sharmaritachetty
What are the cheapest medical insurance packages available in Mauritius?Are there any such packages which offer reimbursement of unused contributions?
@karibi Hi, yes, I found that too. Expensive medical insurance will probably present the biggest obstacle to my relocating.I'm 65 yrs old and dont even need medical insurance in RSA. Read More
Medical insurance in Mauritius
What are the cheapest medical insurance packages available in Mauritius?Are there any such packages which offer reimbursement of unused contributions? Read More
EDB guidelines 2026
Can someone send these (including the attached forms) to me, please.Thanks Read More
Retired Residence Permit Form - Transfer Details Section by rspadinger
Hi Everyonen, I'm just in the process of applying for a Retirement Permit for Mauritius and on the main form (on the business.edbmauritius.org site), there is a section: "Transfer Details" and a value needs to be provided in the field: "Proposed ...
@david6363 Hi, thanks. I was contemplating doing exactly what you've suggested, when I lodge my application. Read More
Retired Residence Permit Form - Transfer Details Section by rspadinger
Hi Everyonen, I'm just in the process of applying for a Retirement Permit for Mauritius and on the main form (on the business.edbmauritius.org site), there is a section: "Transfer Details" and a value needs to be provided in the field: "Proposed ...
@rspadingerWould also like to know; will be doing likewise in the next few months myself. Read More
Shipping Household Affects from Cape Town to Port Louis by karibi
I am trying to understand whether it is sensible to ship used household effects to Mauritius. Can anybody:(a) Provide any insight into approximate costs for a half or a full container.(b) Any challenges with SARS or any other official body out of ...
@karibi Good day, thanks for the recommendatiom. I'm based in central South Africa and would probably ship my goods from Durban. Also the goods I plan to ship only fill one third of the container and so, I would like to share the costs with someone ... Read More
Cost of living in Mauritius in 2026 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in Mauritius, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Mauritius or already living ...
@Cheryl Thanks, will await the responses. Read More
Mauritius Retirement Visa Deposit: Taxable or Not? by sharmaritachetty
If one has a retirement visa and one deposits the required annual capital amount into a Mauritian bank account, that amount is not taxable in Mauritius because its capital, even though it is used for upkeep in the same way as income. ?
It will be the $24000 annual deposit (retirement visa) Read More
Mauritius Retirement Visa Deposit: Taxable or Not? by sharmaritachetty
If one has a retirement visa and one deposits the required annual capital amount into a Mauritian bank account, that amount is not taxable in Mauritius because its capital, even though it is used for upkeep in the same way as income. ?
@Ramelak Hi, thanks for all the inputs. If possible, can someone enquire from the official revenue services office in Mauritius, please.I've been advised by another source that, because its capital its not taxable. Read More
Cost of living in Mauritius in 2026 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in Mauritius, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Mauritius or already living ...
@leandrobernal2000 Thanks Read More
Mauritius Retirement Visa Deposit: Taxable or Not?
If one has a retirement visa and one deposits the required annual capital amount into a Mauritian bank account, that amount is not taxable in Mauritius because its capital, even though it is used for upkeep in the same way as income. ? Read More
Hiking or Nature walk by vikramraj.b
Hello everyone,I consider myself to have a moderate fitness level and am interested in going for long walks. I am comfortable with a 10 km hike. I'm happy to join if there is any group or individual planning for long walks on weekends [Saturdays and ...
@vikramraj.b Sounds wonderful. Read More