kerry83
South African expat in Mauritius
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Registration: 20 May 2023
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Opening a Bank Account in Mauritius by KirtiV
Greetings,How does one open a bank account in Mauritius without a utility bill ? I've checked MCB and Absa. Both require a utility bill in my name in addition to the MRU passport and ID, both of which I have.Thank you,Kirti
It is not necessary for you to have a utility bill in your name, for ABSA bank. Presume MCB would be the same. If you have a lease agreement, the bank will need a copy of your lease agreement, a utility bill in the owners name and a copy of the ... Read More
Your neighbours in Mauritius by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When you move in Mauritius, relationships with your neighbours can play a vital role in your well-being and integration. Share your experiences of the interactions and routines that punctuate your daily life in Mauritius: Tell ...
Our neighbours are a mixture of locals and expats. As expats we are accepted more by other expats than the locals in the area. In saying that, we have a very good relationship with our landlady. She has been welcoming, kind and supportive. We ... Read More
Is it worth taking lots of belongings with us ? by lavrun
hello there,our family is thinking of spending a year or two in Mauritius. We come from England. Would probably come as Premium tourists. We have 3 boys school age.would need some advise if it is worth takings lots of belongings with us. Is it ...
I agree, don't rent without seeing the place first. Read More
º£½ÇÂÒÂ× in TROU D'EAU DOUCE? by Yvette Curtin
HiAny expats living in Trou d'eau Douce?I am moving there beginning of August.
Hi Yvette,My husband and I live in Roches Noires, that's not too far away from Trou d'eau Douce. Please feel free to connect with us too. Would love to meet up. Read More
New members of the Mauritius forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 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 your ...
Hi, my name is Kerry. My husband, Garth, and I moved to Mauritius in August last year from Sheffield Beach, South Africa. I was offered a job so we are here on a professional occupation permit.We are currently living in Roches Noires and really ... Read More