About Mauritius

About Mauritius

An island-nation of 2000 km2, Mauritius is situated in the Indian Ocean, some 900 kilometers off the eastern coast of Malagasy. With a temperate climate all year round and a natural environment endowed with vast stretches of white sandy beaches and scenic views, this multicultural island is one of the world’s most sought-after tourist destinations.

Since accession to independence from British rule in 1968, the country has enjoyed spectacular economic growth, moving within a few decades from a monocrop sugar-dependent economy to a thriving economic and financial hub rated 1st in Africa for ease-of doing business. Bilingual in English and French by virtue of its colonial legacy, Mauritius boasts state-of-the art infrastructure, broad band connectivity, an industrious and educated work force and a time zone that makes same-day business possible with US, Europe, Africa and Australasia altogether.

A country traditionally open to the rest of the world, the Mauritius Government has enacted schemes to attract foreigners seeking to invest, work, or retire in the country. Non-nationals living on our shores enjoy the country’s safe environment and excellent quality of life. Free from many tropical diseases, the country offers an excellent health system whilst foreigners with children have several international French or English schools to choose from.

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