🇲🇺 Mauritius Relocation Data 2026
Key statistics for expats and relocators
Data updated · Region: Africa · Free with attribution (CC BY 4.0)
Overall Score
52/100
Global Rank
#50/95
Est. Monthly Cost
$1,200
Dimension Breakdown
Confidence: 88%. Scores weighted using default quality-of-life profile. Source: WhereNext Global Relocation Index, compiled from institutional datasets (World Bank, WHO, GPI, OECD, EF EPI).
Cost of Living Breakdown
| Category | Affordability Index | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Groceries | 48/100 | Moderate |
| Rent | 88/100 | Affordable |
| Property Purchase | 88/100 | Affordable |
| Utilities | 88/100 | Affordable |
| Transport | 64/100 | Moderate |
| Overall (composite) | 33 | higher = more expensive |
Sub-indexes: higher = more affordable. Overall index: higher = more expensive. Estimated solo monthly cost: $1,200 USD (calibrated so US index 82 = ~$3,000/mo).
Top Cities in Mauritius
| City | Est. Monthly Cost | Cost Index | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port Louis | $1,200 | 33 | 77 |
| Curepipe | $1,200 | 33 | 77 |
| Quatre Bornes | $1,200 | 33 | 77 |
| Rose Hill | $1,200 | 33 | 77 |
Tax Overview
| Tax Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Top Income Tax Rate | 20% |
| VAT / GST | 15% |
| Corporate Tax | 15% |
| Effective Rate at $60K | 13% |
Special Tax Regimes
- Global Business Licence (GBL)
- No capital gains tax
Progressive 0/10/20% bands since July 2025 plus a 15% Fair Share Contribution above MUR 12M (to June 2028). Flat 15% on everything. Very competitive.
Effective Tax by Income Tier (Salary)
| Gross Income (USD) | Effective Rate | Monthly Take-Home |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | 17% | $3,474 |
| $100,000 | 20% | $6,682 |
| $200,000 | 21% | $13,099 |
Estimated for a single-filer resident on salary income. Includes income tax + social contributions. Actual liability varies by residency status, treaties, and deductions. Sources: OECD Tax Database, Deloitte Tax Guides.
Visa Access by Passport
| Passport | Access Level | Max Stay (days) | Work Allowed | Nomad Visa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
Visa data for tourist/short-stay access. Work permits and long-term residency require separate applications. Source: WhereNext visa requirements database (73 passports mapped).
Key Facts
| Capital | Port Louis |
| Population | 1.3 Million |
| Currency | Mauritian Rupee (MUR) |
| Languages | English, French, Creole |
| Region | East Africa |
| Timezone | MUT (UTC+4) |
| English Proficiency | High |
How to Cite
WhereNext. "Mauritius Relocation Data 2026." WhereNext Open Data, 2026-04-12. https://getwherenext.com/data/country/mu. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.