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Mauritius
15% flat tax, tropical lifestyle and French-speaking
Non-EUFlat TaxEnglish-speaking
Mauritius offers a 15% flat tax on all income, excellent tropical quality of life, and French as a commonly spoken language. An ideal choice for French nationals seeking low taxation and an exceptional lifestyle.
Key figures
Studio rent
500-900 €
Monthly budget
1 200-2 000 €
Tax
15% flat (tous revenus)
Flight from Paris
11h
Avg. temperature
24°C
Language
English / French
Time zone
Paris +3h
Population
1,3M
Indicators
Cost of living
7
Tax burden
8
Quality of life
8
Safety
8
Healthcare
5
Climate
8
Infrastructure
5
Expat community
7
Visa access
6
English
7
Comparison with France
| France | Mauritius | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Income tax | 0-45% | 15% flat | |
| Studio rent | 900-1 400 € | 500-900 € | |
| Language | Français | FR + EN | |
| Healthcare | 9/10 | 5/10 |
Advantages
- •15% flat tax on all income — individuals and companies
- •French commonly spoken (Creole, French, English)
- •No capital gains tax or dividend tax
- •Exceptional tropical lifestyle
- •Premium Visa for remote workers
Points of attention
- •Geographic distance (11h flight)
- •Limited healthcare system (private insurance recommended)
- •Small island, limited local market
- •Rising housing costs (coastal areas)
Visa
Premium Visa: 1 year renewable for remote workers, retirees, and investors. Occupation Permit for entrepreneurs (min. $35,000 USD investment). Permanent residence via real estate investment ($375,000 USD+).
Taxation
15% flat tax on all income (individuals and companies). No capital gains tax, no inheritance tax, no withholding tax on dividends.
Cost of living
Monthly solo budget: €1,200-2,000 in Port Louis/Grand Baie, €900-1,400 elsewhere. Studio rent: €500-900.
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