frenchieg
English expat in Mauritius
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About me
English
Lives in Black River
Speaks English, French and German fluently
Registration: 02 October 2013
LOOKING FOR A NANNY IN MAURITIUS by Babsi L.
Does anyone know of a reliable nanny looking for a long term job from Jan 17? We are based in Pereybere. Thank you!
Hi there, Click here to rent a Maid. or find a Nanny here. Hope that helps you. Frenchie Read More
Any good gyms in Tamarin?
There is also Patrice Avrillon Fitness center. Click here! Hope that helps you. Read More
CAN I BRING MY DOG TO MAURITIUS? by Mandalie
I am coming soon to work and live in mauriitus. can i bring my dog wth me? can i be in touch with a dog trainer? thank you
In case anyone needs the respective email addresses at the Ministry of Agro Industry and Food Security.. http://www.mauritius.goto.mu/images/w.1280/h.853/c.1/mr.1/d.listing_photos/sd.2016-09/i.521587fac391d30abd945bca12169cd3.jpg Read More
Retiring to Mauritius .... Maybe :-) by Maurice OConnell
Hi Everyone From Shannon in County Clare with business interests in Limerick City in Ireland. Retirement has finally kicked in and my wife and I are looking to retire to Mauritius ..... Maybe :-) Strong Possibility that we will be travelling out to ...
Hello Maurice, Your "migration plans" to retire in Mauritius refers. Just to set the record right: If you buy an apartment anywhere on the island it has to be in a complex that has ground floor + 2. This is permitted after you have: 1. ... Read More
Health care in pregnancy
Private clinics in Mauritius i.e. one the oldest the clinic d'Arne in Floreal might be of help to you. Otherwise, government hospitals are FREE of charge for all those that find themselves on the territory of Mauritius [I wonder if that is ... Read More
How to send Cash from Mauritius to South Africa? by Werner_West
Hey guys, Just a quick one, I need to send/transfer cash to SA but I do not have a Mauritius bank account yet, I have a FNB Visa Card here. My wife is in SA and she has a Standard Bank account, any ideas? Cheers
WinstonH. Do you know if there is still foreign exchange control in South Africa [like Mauritius until 1994]? Read More
How to send Cash from Mauritius to South Africa? by Werner_West
Hey guys, Just a quick one, I need to send/transfer cash to SA but I do not have a Mauritius bank account yet, I have a FNB Visa Card here. My wife is in SA and she has a Standard Bank account, any ideas? Cheers
Does your wife have VISA card as well? If so, could you credit the cash into that VISA or MasterCard (Mauritius Commercial Bank) account? Ask the State Bank of Mauritius, they represent VISA in Mauritius.<br> Another thought: From PayPal ... Read More
How to send Cash from Mauritius to South Africa? by Werner_West
Hey guys, Just a quick one, I need to send/transfer cash to SA but I do not have a Mauritius bank account yet, I have a FNB Visa Card here. My wife is in SA and she has a Standard Bank account, any ideas? Cheers
What about PayPal? Some countries (Not Mauritius) you can transfer funds out of your PayPal account to your local bank account. Read More
3 mo Tourist Visa, leaving, coming back for another 3 mo Tourist Visa by sue_ring
My name is Sue and I'm coming from San Francisco, California. Early next year I'm going to come to Mauritius on a Tourist Visa and right away apply for the Retirement Permit. I don't expect to have any problems but just in case, I'm ...
Would it mean one could stay a full year if one arrived in July i.e. 183 days in one calendar year and another 183 days, back to back, for the second calendar year? Read More
3 mo Tourist Visa, leaving, coming back for another 3 mo Tourist Visa by sue_ring
My name is Sue and I'm coming from San Francisco, California. Early next year I'm going to come to Mauritius on a Tourist Visa and right away apply for the Retirement Permit. I don't expect to have any problems but just in case, I'm ...
Quite a few people go and spend 2 or 3 days on Reunion Island - leave at the end of December and come back during the first week of January in the scenario I explained initially to Sue.... and some just go out on the first morning plane to Reunion ... Read More
A video on how Mauritius life compares to London life (with kids)? by FranglaiseMummy
I moved from London to Mauritius with my husband and two daughters nearly a year ago, and people ask me all the time how family life in London compares to family life in Mauritius. So I did a little video sharing my thoughts and experiences. I ...
You summed it up pretty well... It will be a great help to people contemplating on migrating to Mauritius. Good initiative, well done. P.S. I have memories of Nice and moreso Cannes (Midem every January), doesn't beat Mauritius except for the ... Read More
applying for a retired residency permit by Carol29
Hi, this is my first post on this website. My partner and I would like to move from England to Mauritius and I have sent a couple of e-mails to the mauritius Board of Investment but not had any reply. I was seeking info on how to apply, how long ...
Hello "external", Thank your for your response, interesting to say the least, well done, subject to what the BOI says/write, right? I am sure that YOU WILL understand the perspective, do you? 1. What are you referring to; "net some "future" ... Read More
applying for a retired residency permit by Carol29
Hi, this is my first post on this website. My partner and I would like to move from England to Mauritius and I have sent a couple of e-mails to the mauritius Board of Investment but not had any reply. I was seeking info on how to apply, how long ...
Hello Carol and welcome, There are different ways to obtain a permanent or normal residence permit. If you are looking to purchase a property in Mauritius, you will be restricted in what you can buy depending on the type of residency you are ... Read More
Any flea market in Mauritius???
Yes, there is one on every first Sunday of the month in Tamarin (Barachois shopping centre - Shoprite) so this Sunday. I'll be there as always to pick up some interesting stuff. You need to get there before 07:30 for parking and obviously first shot ... Read More
Initial Cost while Renting a Apartment by pjn85
Hi Everyone, What are the Initial Costs that i would have to keep in mind while renting an apartment. Costs / Charges like: 1. Brokerage (agent's commission) 2. Security Deposit (with the owner) 3. Any other hidden costs. Regards, Pravin
Hello, Generally, most of the real estate agencies "demand" one month's rent from landlord and tenant but you can negotiate this and you should, 15 days from both parties was the standard until recently. Deposit to landlord is one month's rent and ... Read More
Great news on Quarantine period :) by Rosiewestie
Hi all, I have also added this link to "bringing your pets into Mauritius" but thought I would do this as well for ease of viewing quickly. This is great news for all bringing their pets here :) Click on link, local French Newspaper but wait a ...
Have a look at rosiewestie writes here https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=103029#466716. hope that helps you. Good luck. Read More
Christmas decorations
Hello Are you selling these or giving away? Either way where you at the moment, in Mauritius or Essex? 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 ...
Yes, it is! Welcome on board... Read More
sky tv by GuestPoster66
Is it possible to receive sky TV in Mauritius if we bring our sky box with us? I not what alternatives are there? Cheers
I agree with you Frangoulis. With MyT package from Orange you can get a good internet package including numerous channels in German, Chinese ,Indian, English ... See here http://www.mauritiustelecom.com/myt/ Read More
Great news on Quarantine period :) by Rosiewestie
Hi all, I have also added this link to "bringing your pets into Mauritius" but thought I would do this as well for ease of viewing quickly. This is great news for all bringing their pets here :) Click on link, local French Newspaper but wait a ...
Hi, Apart from rabies there are 3 other blood tests to take- SAT for Brucella canis Ab, IFAT for canine ehrlichiosis Ab , RSA for Brucella canis AbThank you "Rosie", very informative. Read More
work permit by Mojpe
Hi, if somebody can help me, please. I company hire some expat on Mauritius have to show that will pay the person ticket for return home if something happen. For airplane or boat. How do company proof that? With just word on paper or have to buy ...
Is your post asking if there any accountant jobs in Mauritius? If so you should consider the classifieds her eon Expat. Read More
Furnished house - what does this mean? by GuestPoster66
Hello again What exactly can you expect to have in a fully furnished house. We are packing (moving 3 Jan) at the moment and I'm trying to decide what we are bringing especially re kitchen stuff, lamps, etc. On the rental price is this negotiable or ...
Dan, I agree with you but only in certain areas like Flic en Flac because of the tourist holiday rental market shift to Tamarin which has caused numerous owners to review their policy on short term rentals i.e go into long term rentals. The short ... Read More
Furnished house - what does this mean? by GuestPoster66
Hello again What exactly can you expect to have in a fully furnished house. We are packing (moving 3 Jan) at the moment and I'm trying to decide what we are bringing especially re kitchen stuff, lamps, etc. On the rental price is this negotiable or ...
I need to practice on the negotiation skills :/ Read More
Furnished house - what does this mean? by GuestPoster66
Hello again What exactly can you expect to have in a fully furnished house. We are packing (moving 3 Jan) at the moment and I'm trying to decide what we are bringing especially re kitchen stuff, lamps, etc. On the rental price is this negotiable or ...
Hello Katie, A fully furnished house at an average of MUR 35,000 has most of your kitchen requirements, anything like a master chef mixer, good pots and pans, juice maker, a clothes dryer (definetely not standard here), dishwasher may not be there. ... 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 ...
is that per month right? Then look at this link https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=325613#1634532 Frenchie 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 ...
I agree with you, it really depends on how much you earn or want to spend. If you are in the higher earning bracket then this is pretty realistic https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=325613#1634532 regards Frenchie Read More
Living in Mauritius by CarlJohn
Hi all Can anyone please give me some information about this topic.We are considering moving there and have very small amounts of information.Is Port Louis a good place to work and which are the safest areas to live? Is the cost of living good or ...
Hello Carl, This post will be of help and definitely reflects answers t oyour questions https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=325613 regards Frenchie Read More
sky tv by GuestPoster66
Is it possible to receive sky TV in Mauritius if we bring our sky box with us? I not what alternatives are there? Cheers
hello We have different offering for satelite tv. The best in my opinion is DSTV from South Africa facebook.com/dstvmauritius http://en-mauritius.selfservice.dstv.com/self-service/faqs/payment/how-do-i-pay-my-dstv-account/ As for Sky see this ... Read More
Great news on Quarantine period :) by Rosiewestie
Hi all, I have also added this link to "bringing your pets into Mauritius" but thought I would do this as well for ease of viewing quickly. This is great news for all bringing their pets here :) Click on link, local French Newspaper but wait a ...
Go here http://translate.google.com/ and paste the text or use Google Chrome browser, hope that helps you regards Frenchie Read More
Interested in moving from SA to Mauritius, but so many questions???? by BrentV
Hi People, I've just joined this Forum and have checked out a lot of questions people are asking. I have a few of my own, coz I think everyone's situation seems pretty unique ;) I live in South Africa and have been a loyal supporter of my country ...
Hi Petronella, According to an article in a local newspaper quarantine for animal has now been reduced from 30 to 5 working days because rabies can now be detected within 12 - 24 hours. See ... Read More
Attorney and solicitor
Hi there, It really depends on what budget and "good lawyer" is relative. If the issue is complicated costs can range from 500 Euros to 4,000 euros plus. If you have to set up a will and also the property and depending of the value to the ... Read More
Interested in moving from SA to Mauritius, but so many questions???? by BrentV
Hi People, I've just joined this Forum and have checked out a lot of questions people are asking. I have a few of my own, coz I think everyone's situation seems pretty unique ;) I live in South Africa and have been a loyal supporter of my country ...
Try these contact details: Ministry of Agro-Industry & Fisheries Division of Veterinary Services Reduit Mauritius Tel +230 466 6662 moa-dvs@mail.gov.mu I tested the email and got a delivered receipt: "Message delivered to ... Read More
Yoga?
You could try reaching Pierre Dupre who teaches Capoiera in Phoenix Mauritus. He himslef does Yoga His number is tel: [Moderated: Use private message system to send personal information. For security reasons.] Hope that helps you Read More
price of cigarettes by Astra80
hello unfortunately both my fiance and I are smokers (though we are planning on quitting once in Mauritius..).. Are cigarettes and tobacco expensive there? Astra80
If you are planning on giving up smoking don't consider asking the price of cigarettes ;) Read More
Hello everyone... by frenchieg
Just joined today expat-blog.com. British born.I moved from Germany to Mauritius in 1990. I have gained considerable knowledge of how to handle the way of life in Mauritius and makes living so much easier. I'd love to share my knowledge with anyone ...
ok, you can reach me on skype ip_henri01 Read More
Hello everyone...
Just joined today expat-blog.com. British born.I moved from Germany to Mauritius in 1990. I have gained considerable knowledge of how to handle the way of life in Mauritius and makes living so much easier. I'd love to share my knowledge with anyone ... Read More