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MAURITIUS COULD BE PARADISE FOR EMIGRATING SOUTH AFRICANS. BUT WILL SARS LET YOU GO? Already a popular destination with South Africans, recent developments in Mauritius promise to make this tiny island paradise more accessible to expatriates than ever. READ MORE featured in However, those considering Mauritius as their future home will want to ensure their […]

WHY ARE PEOPLE IMMIGRATING TO MAURITIUS? More and more South Africans are relocating to the sunny shores of Mauritius. The island country’s appeal is not just about living where others go to holiday. Over the last couple of years, Mauritius has grown exponentially, both in the spheres of commerce, as well as their standard of

Not Sure What Visa To Get For Mauritius-Here Are Some Options The island of Mauritius boasts spectacular scenery, a tropical climate and a culturally diverse community. The country is home to multiple nationalities and enjoys a stream of international visitors year-round. This vibrant snapshot is what makes Mauritius the melting pot of the African continent.

MAURITIUS FORGES AHEAD AS AFRICA’S WEALTHIEST COUNTRY When we think of Mauritius, the mind leans towards a tropical lifestyle that includes surf, sand and sundowners. However, over the last couple of decades, the island has successfully positioned itself as one of the most favourable economic hubs in Africa. News that their final obstacle has been

IS MAURITIUS CALLING YOU? As worldwide travel bans are being lifted, many South Africans are reassessing their views on their own country, while contemplating the idea of working abroad. Many dread the notion of moving far away from their home country, especially those who would be leaving family or friends behind. Ultimately, they look at

TAXATION OF MAURITIUS TRUSTS: THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM The Mauritius Revenue Authority issued a Statement of Practice on 24 August 2021 (SOP24/21) on the taxation of Mauritius trusts. We found it peculiar that many Mauritius advisors decided to not advise their clients of this important development. In a previous article we warned that South

The Advantages Of Studying In Mauritius The Advantages Of Studying In Mauritius For young families, the process of relocating to a new country can be a life-altering adventure. The excitement of immersing themselves in a new culture, new surroundings and a new life, are the earliest elements that form in the mind. Soon after, when

MAURITIUS IS MAKING RESIDENCY EVEN MORE ATTRACTIVE FOR SOUTH AFRICANS On 10 September 2021, Mauritius officially reopened its borders to South Africans, ending the 18-month travel ban imposed on SA visitors. The Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA) openly welcomed South African tourists back to the Mauritius shores, which is a token of the relationship between

MAURITIUS REVENUE AUTHORITY DECLARES THAT FOREIGN TRUSTS ARE NO LONGER EXEMPT FROM PAYING TAX Recently the Mauritius Revenue Authority (“MRA”) announced by way of a Statement of Practice (“SOP”) that foreign trusts held in Mauritius will no longer be exempt from income taxes. This has caused a stir in local finance and investment circles because

SOME LIGHT AT THE END OF A DARK TUNNEL FOR MAURITIUS Mauritius, the country that implemented rigid regulations during the Covid-19 pandemic, is now feeling the financial repercussions. The government was forced to mitigate the impact of the pandemic on the economy. With a larger public service, it will be hard to recalibrate these economic