Working and living in Mauritius
Creating your company or finding a job in Mauritius is possible!
The Mauritian labour market is full of opportunities to seduce expatriates and its economy welcomes new companies in the territory. However, prior to your expatriation, it is important to inform you about the prerequisites for starting a business or hiring, the state of the labour market on the island and the sectors that recruit. You must also be aware of the administrative formalities necessary to work and live in Mauritius.
Implementing or creating a company Mauritius
The steps to establish a company in Mauritius are relatively simple, but have some conditions. If it is a business, you must invest a starting capital of 100,000 $85 860 € and generate annual turnover of at least 4 million Mauritian rupees, i.e. 98,965 €. As an independent, the initial investment is based on 35,000 $ (30,051) €) and annual turnover at 600 000 MUR (14 844 €).
You will need to register your company with the Registrar of Companies, then proceed to inspection by the Mauritian authorities, have your company's stamp manufactured with the municipality, pay for the licenses and register with the Mauritian social security.
The labour market Mauritius
The Mauritian labour market is very attractive, both in terms of working time and wages. European diplomas are very popular in Mauritius and will give you access to interesting opportunities. The market for new technologies is developing on the island, which is embarking on the race for Smart Cities – with the Moka district, in particular, completely reconverted – and jobs in the digital, information and communication sectors are increasing.
Tourism also provides opportunities for foreigners wishing to settle in Mauritius, but some areas are reserved for native Mauritian people, such as water sports and car rental. Development real estateSustainable energy, the biomedical industry and architecture are also sectors seeking new talent.
To facilitate administrative procedures, it is preferable to sign a hiring contract before moving to Mauritius. In this case, it is your employer who will obtain for you the permits necessary for the residence and the exercise of your profession in the territory. To find a job in Mauritius, consult the offers available on specialized sites such as Indeed or HelloJob.
What permit To work legally in Mauritius?
To be able to work in Mauritius, one must obtain a work permits (Work Permit) or (Occupation Permit). The application for Work Permit must be made by the employer and will only be issued if your profile corresponds to the position you will hold (diploma, experience...). It applies to individuals between 20 and 60 years of age and is valid only for the duration of the post for which it was issued.
You can also get a job by holding a residence permit. This permit is available to the spouses of a Mauritian citizen or through a real estate purchase made via the schemes investment PDS, RES and IRS.
Depending on the remuneration provided for in the employment contract, you will have to apply either to the Ministry of Labour or to the EDB for your work permit.
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The specifics of the Mauritian employment contract
Before signing your employment contract, make sure that it complies with Mauritian legislation. As an expatriate, he must include your salary in Mauritian rupees (MUR). Your salary will be paid according to that motto.
The specific conditions of the position you are to occupy and the remuneration of the post must not be less favourable than that laid down by the legislation of the country and no additional levy on your salary is allowed.
Taxes follow the method of withholding tax, so your salary will be subject to pension contributions and income tax.
Average wage Mauritius
The minimum wage for expatriates in Mauritius is 45,000 MUR, or 1,125 € per month and overtime are paid between 50% and 100% of the hourly wage. The minimum wage for Mauritians is 200€ per month and average wage is between 300 € and 600 € per month depending on the region. In Mauritius, you are considered « easy » by affecting 500 € per month, the cost of living being significantly cheaper than in Europe.
As a foreigner, if you want to work and live in Mauritius, you will have to study the feasibility of your project upstream. Check the labour market in your area of competence, find a work contract and take steps to obtain work and residence permits. You can then contact Leading Luxury Home, your real estate agency based in the heart of southwestern Mauritius. Our team will put all its know-how and knowledge of the local real estate market to present you houses for sale or upscale apartments for rent that meet your needs and tastes. Together, we will find the real estate of your dreams!
