jkev
English expat in Mauritius
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139
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About me
English
Lives in Grande Rivière Noire, Bla
Speaks English, Italian and French
Registration: 07 May 2015
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How to get job in Mauritius? by Anik08
Hi experts, Is there any chance to get job in Mauritius from outside of Mauritius? Is there any agencies in Mauritius they can help?
At the end of the day, job search is much the same in every country and always more difficult if you are not a citizen or do not have the automatic right to reside in the country concerned. As mentioned in previous threads, a lot depends on what ... Read More
How to get job in Mauritius? by Anik08
Hi experts, Is there any chance to get job in Mauritius from outside of Mauritius? Is there any agencies in Mauritius they can help?
One of the main obstacles apart from the minimum salary for an Occupation Permit of Rp 60,000 per month for most industry sectors and Rp 30,000 per month for ICT sector is that many expats want the same salary that they were earning in their home ... Read More
13th Salary / End of Year Gratuity by DayMeeYen
Hi All... I wonder could anyone please advise me about the End of Year Gratuity Act here in Mauritius. My friend has been working in a particular position for over 4 years and recently a new owner has recently taken over. The new owner is now ...
The Employment Act is very clear about such things and she can go to the labour office and complain. It also spells out holiday entitlement and the right to be paid for holiday accrued but not taken. Read More
13th Salary / End of Year Gratuity by DayMeeYen
Hi All... I wonder could anyone please advise me about the End of Year Gratuity Act here in Mauritius. My friend has been working in a particular position for over 4 years and recently a new owner has recently taken over. The new owner is now ...
If the new owners issued a new contract of employment as a new company without continuous service then they would still have to pay pro rata if the person is employed on December 31. If contract still the same then the full year is due. Even if a ... Read More
Creole Lessons by paulamilligan
Hi - looking for someone who provides Creole lessons in the Black River area. Please advise of rates - hoping for a good deal as it will possibly be for 4 people ?
Count me in if it’s an evening or weekend. Read More
salary for software engineers in mauritius by arun_qa
hi, Am from India and am in touch with a mauritius company for a job opening.The toughest thing for me is to how much salary i need to negotiate. As i would be on a contract i can't ask for salary increase later. can any one tell me what is the ...
Have you looked on the job websites MyJob and Career Hub. Read More
What to expect when moving to Mauritius by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Is there anything you wish you had known before moving to Mauritius? For example, transportation, internet speeds, types of housing, aspects of the culture or social life. In your opinion, what's the most important thing to ...
You mentioned your partner. If you aren't married make sure you bring the correct notarised paperwork confirming that you have been living together. Read More
Where to live near Ebene Cyber City? by CharlesWinstanley
Hi all, I am considering a move to Mauritius, with the company based in Ebene Cyber City. Can anyone recommend a pleasant, close area, where I can rent a 1 bed apartment for the initial 6 months, so I can get established? I have been looking at a ...
It would help to have some idea of the things you are looking for. E.g. How far do you want to drive? Read More
What are the dos and don'ts of finding a job in Mauritius? by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Where is the best place to start when looking for a job in Mauritius? Is it better to job-hunt by directly contacting the company of your interest, or should job-seekers rely on a recruitment agency, for example? Are there any ...
Job hunting in Mauritius is the same as most other countries. It is a "campaign" and needs to be worked at. Some thoughts. The first thing is to have a decent CV. Most I see are awful and it is very time-wasting having to interview ... Read More
Recognition of foreign qualifications in Mauritius by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Were your professional qualifications recognised in Mauritius? What country did you complete your qualifications in? What profession are you in? Did you have to go through any formalities to get your qualifications recognised, ...
We have a number of people who work for us with degrees from outside Mauritius (engineering,IT, telecommunications etc. but it may depend on the industry sector. Also we have no age barrier. Read More
Vets in Mauritius - Animal problems. by Stormtrooper
I have a number of animals (cats/dogs) and I would like to share some knowledge to pet owners in Mauritius, regarding Vets. This is not advertising (i get no commission out of this. I will mention names and places so just google for location details ...
Don't know of anyone but if you phone the vets at PAWS they might be able to point you in the right direction. Read More
Rent a flat or a house in Mauritius by Christine
Finding a place to live is a priority when settling in Mauritius. Your experience will be of a great help for the members who want to settle in Mauritius. Therefore, we have prepared some questions for you: Which kinds of accommodation are ...
One option is to have a look at the L'express site and you will be able to find a range of properties and sort by price/size/location Read More
Shipping boxes with personal items to Europe by CharPeeters
I need to ship boxes with personal items (mostly clothes) back to Europe. DHL is the shipping company that comes to mind, but are there any other shipping companies that provide the same level of service at a cheaper price? Apparently I need to ...
Do you have any idea of the weight / dimensions of your package? If it is going to be large/heavy, you might want to check with the airlines for air freight or one of the shipping companies e.g AGS Fraser Read More
Where to dance Salsa in Mauritius? by Cyrun
Hello, Does anyone know where you can dance salsa? I am visiting Mauritius between mid-October and mid-Movember. Thanks, Chad
I work in Ebene and would be interested in learning to salsa properly. Read More