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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

THE 411 ON MAURITIUS INTRODUCTION TO MAURITIUS Mauritius is an African destination rich in diverse cultures, languages, and traditions with a fast-growing economy that competes globally for market share across a range of sectors. A stable government and set principles have guided the country’s economic growth strategy, making the island one of the fastest-growing countries

FOUR KEY CONSIDERATIONS WHEN RELOCATING TO MAURITIUS Premium Visa The recently introduced Premium Visa is issued for one year and valid 180 days. It is renewable where necessary. The Visa is available to travellers, retirees, and professionals who want to move with their families and continue their business or remote work from Mauritius. Health protocols

SUCCESSFULLY NAVIGATING IMPORTANT SOUTH AFRICAN GOVERNMENT DOCUMENT RENEWALS WHILE LIVING ABROAD As a South Africa working and living abroad, there is nothing more frustrating than incessant delays on applications for new and/or renewals of South African Government-issued documentation (referred to as “Civic services”). The delays are often attributed to a lack of robust digital privacy

INTRODUCTION TO KI RESORT, MAURITIUS Mauritius has always been a key getaway for South Africans, an attraction that shows no sign of abating. The island government welcomes foreign investment and many South Africans have already bought residential property here to secure a fixed holiday or permanent home. This year, new legislation has increased the incentive

MAURITIUS OFFERS NEW PREMIUM LONG-STAY VISA FOR FREE On top of favorable personal tax rates and newly relaxed emigration requirements, the Mauritian Government has made moving to the country even more appealing with a new Premium Long-Stay Visa programme. Zainab Bouzaine, Immigration Specialist at XpatWeb, says the new Visa programme will likely appeal to several

A POUND OF FLESH WHAT IS THE DEAL WITH RED MEAT IN MAURITIUS? In France, we live for the croissant, In Italy the pizza. America boasts proudly that they single-handedly gave birth to the fast-food industry (and simultaneously a funeral to health), but when Africa is in your blood, there is little argument that in

LEAN ON ME The new definition of “dependant” in mauritius, and what it means for expats Sally is young, vibrant and at the springboard of her life’s journey in having discovered her (previously elusive) life-purpose as a special-needs teacher. Sally is rooted in her birthplace of South Africa, alongside Bruno and his full-blooded South African