Essentials
- City
- Flic en Flac, Rivière Noire District, Mauritius
- Population
- Approx. 12,000
- Internet Speed
- 50-100 Mbps (Fiber available via Mauritius Telecom)
- Currency & Banking
- 1 USD ≈ 46 MUR, 1 EUR ≈ 50 MUR
- Tap Water
- Generally safe but boiling or filtered water is recommended for sensitive stomachs
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/G (UK style most common)
- SIM Card
- my.t (Mauritius Telecom) or Emtel; approx. 1,000 MUR for 100GB monthly
- Banking for Expats
- MCB (Mauritius Commercial Bank), SBM, Absa; easy account opening with Premium Visa
- Accommodation
- Luxury villas, beachfront apartments, and local guesthouses via Booking.com or local agents
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, Juice by MCB app and cards accepted in supermarkets and restaurants
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb, Seabel (Flic en Flac Hub), approx. 35,000 MUR - 60,000 MUR/month
- Budget Accommodation
- L'Oiseau de l'Océan (approx. 2,200 MUR/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Coastal Road (near the public beach) for accessibility to restaurants and sea
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Morcellement de la Baie or Wolmar for quieter environments and upscale villas
Food and Drink
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Kenzi Bar (Bohemian vibes) or Shotz Beach Club
- Local Brewery
- Phoenix Beverages (Phoenix Beer) and Flying Dodo Brewing Company
- Wine Bars
- Ti-Vino (Wine bar and social cellar)
- Street Food Stalls
- The blue food trucks at Flic en Flac public beach park
- Popular International Cuisine
- Zub Express (Indian/Chinese fusion) and Twin's Garden (French)
- Best Food Delivery App
- OrderMananger or HungryPanda (local delivery services)
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Dholl Puri at the beach stalls (approx. 20 MUR)
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Govinda's (Vacoas nearby) or various Indian restaurants on Coastal Road
- Best Dessert Spots
- Maison de la Crêpe at Cascavelle Shopping Mall
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Zub Express (Minimarket) or Flic en Flac morning vegetable vendors
- E-commerce/Online Store
- PriceGuru.mu or 101 Multimedia
- Grocery Delivery
- Monoprix (via local delivery platforms) or Shoprite
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Casela Nature Parks (5 mins away)
- Museums & Art Venues
- L'Aventure du Sucre (35 mins away in Pamplemousses)
- Historical Sites
- Martello Tower in La Preneuse (15 mins away)
- Religious Sites
- Ganga Talao (Grand Bassin) - 40 mins away
- Annual Events
- Maha Shivaratri (Feb/March) and Cavadee
- Cultural Districts
- Tamarin Village for surfing and arts culture
- Theater Venues
- Caudan Arts Centre (Port Louis - 30 mins away)
- Local Markets
- Quatre Bornes Market (Textiles/Food) - 20 mins away
- Music Scene
- Sega performances at local hotels every Friday/Saturday
- Street Art
- Murals in nearby Black River and Tamarin villages
- Cooking Classes
- Kot Marie-Michelle (Mauritian home cooking experience)
- Art Galleries
- The Partage Gallery in Bambous
- Historic Buildings
- Aapravasi Ghat (Port Louis) - UNESCO site
- Local Heritage
- The Dodo bird history and the Rainbow Flag of Mauritius
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Black River Gorges National Park
- National Parks Nearby
- Bras d'Eau National Park (East coast)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Wolmar forest trails for mountain biking
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Macondé Viewpoint (Baie du Cap) - 30 min drive south
- Birdwatching Locations
- Île aux Aigrettes (Nature Reserve)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Not permitted on public beaches; allowed in private garden villas
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Mauritius Post and DHL Express at Cascavelle
- Tech Repair Services
- 101 Multimedia (Bagatelle or Port Louis)
- Table Tennis Spots
- SPARC Sports Club
- Language Classes
- Alliance Française (French classes in Vacoas)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- National Library of Mauritius (Moka)
- Community Centers
- Flic en Flac Community Centre near the football pitch
- Gaming Lounges
- Gamer's Hub (Quatre Bornes)
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Pasadena Casino (Flic en Flac)
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- The Workshop (approx. 900 MUR/day) or Workshop 17 in nearby Black River/Tamarin
- Best Cafe for Work
- Coffee Roots (Flic en Flac); great Wi-Fi and power outlets
- Networking Events
- Mauritius Digital Nomad meetups via Facebook groups; tech events at Uniciti Office Park
- Social Events for Expats
- Expats Mauritius Facebook Group meetups at Kenzi Bar
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Yugo or Ala-Lila (local versions of Uber/Bolt)
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Sreeram Scooter Rental (approx. 500 MUR/day)
- Best Beach Nearby
- Flic en Flac Public Beach (directly in town)
- Top Regional Airline
- Air Mauritius
- Top International Airline
- Emirates, Air France, Turkish Airlines
- Highway Access
- A3 Highway connecting to the West and North; M1 for Airport access
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Metro Express Victoria Station (Port Louis - 30 mins away)
- Public Transport Passes
- Cash-based system locally; ME Card for Metro Express
- Regional Travel
- Buses (approx. 40 MUR to Port Louis or Quatre Bornes)
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Wellkin Hospital (Moka) or Clinique Darné (Curepipe/Tamarin)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Yoga by the Sea at Wolmar; Sands Suites Resort Spa
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- SPARC (Uniciti) - World-class sports complex 10 mins away
- Laundry Services
- Laundromats available at Cascavelle Shopping Mall
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. MUR 110,000 per m² (e.g., 40 m² ≈ MUR 4.4M)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. MUR 75,000 per m² (e.g., 40 m² ≈ MUR 3M)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. MUR 100,000 per m² (e.g., 60 m² ≈ MUR 6M)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. MUR 70,000 per m² (e.g., 60 m² ≈ MUR 4.2M)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. MUR 90,000 per m² (e.g., 80 m² ≈ MUR 7.2M)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. MUR 65,000 per m² (e.g., 80 m² ≈ MUR 5.2M)
- Corporate Tax
- 15% (80% partial exemption for certain entities)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 0% (No withholding tax on dividends)
- Tax System
- Resident basis (remittance basis for foreign source income)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 20% (Standard rate 15% + 5% solidarity levy if applicable)
- VAT
- 15%
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, introduced in Finance Act 2019
- Property Tax
- No land tax for residents; transfer taxes apply
- Property Transaction Tax
- 5% Registration Duty on property purchase
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Premium Visa allows staying for 1 year (renewable) with tax exemption for foreign income if not remitted