From everything I've seen I wouldn't be able to tolerate the heat and humidity, or being confined to air-conditioning. Not just in Mauritius but I Asia and Central America too. Thankfully I'd qualify for residency in many places as a Plan B if it were necessary to escape from North America if worse came to worse.
Hello and thanks for stopping by. Diversity is important but what are your additional requirements? I think this will greatly depend on the type of atmosphere (city, island, etc) , climate, cost of living, diversity, and etc that you prefer. The great news is that there are many digital nomad visas currently but you just have to narrow them down according to your non negotiables.
Hi Ronnie 👋🏽. What a beautiful place to call home! I'm excited to explore more of what this wonderful destination has to offer while spreading the good news. Thanks for watching! 😊
Hey, my bro is in Florida. We are like British-Mauritian. He is creole but I know in the states they'll just call him black, but I know Lousiana has a strong french presence and some people are refered as creole.
How walkable is Port Louis for older people? Is it very hilly like Caribbean islands? How about dealing with the high humidity and distance from friends and family? What is the center of the island where it's cooler?
Hello and thanks for tuning in 😊. Port Louis isn't very hilly however the sidewalks aren't always neatly paved which can be a bit daunting. There also are large gaps/canals between the streets and the sidewalks. I'm assuming that this is to help for flooding but I'm not 100% sure. You should also keep in mind that many areas in Mauritius do not have sidewalks but Port Louis seems to be the main exception in this case. Port Louis also tends to be *very* hot and humid and is next to a pier. In the US and Canada you tend to feel cool temps when you move close to a body of water but its the opposite in Mauritius. Being close to a beach or pier will feel hotter and more humid. Curepipe is in the center of the island and tends to be one of the coolest locations in terms of temps. Distance from friends and family can be a challenge but I guess it also depends on the individual. Frequent usage of Whatsapp and other messaging services can be helpful.
@@expatsierra How do people close to amenities, which I assume is in Port Louis, handle the high heat and humidity? Are they confined most of the time to air-conditioning?
I am living in Mauritius , I am an African - American from New York City I tried to connect with you before . Now that I am here this is truly paradise for me . Virtually no crime or violence. Just laid back retirement. A place where you can just be in peace. But for Ray Ray and Pookie there are Lions and Bear that will eat you and all other Frat and Sorority Sister. Don't come here the snake are big very big. They are very strong and can break windows without hearing it . I just keep my gun cocked and ready !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
What are you doing for work? How does their money compare to the US Dollar? I am thinking about Expatting to the Dominican Republic and I am able to use the power of the US Dollar in my favor. Looking forward to paying a visit once you are settled ❤🥰
Hey there 👋🏽. It's great to hear from you 😊. Currently, 45 Mauritian Rupees equals $1. Mauritius is very affordable when you have USD, but it can get pricey depending on how lavish your trip will be. Overall, there's some wiggle room for varied budgets. I can definitely see you becoming an expat in an island abroad and it's great that you've already been to DR and tested it out. I'd love to host you and catch up. Thanks for the follow. 🥰
Hi Brad. If you're speaking in regards to the Premium Visa, you can apply as an employee of a non-mauritian company as long as they allow you to work remotely. You can also apply as a self-employed individual who works remotely. Both scenarios require proof of employment and pay studs/billing statements. Hope this helps!
Hi you mentioned Breadfruit but was not sure if you said "Ackee" i know they have it in the Carribean and i ve had it in the uk..didn t know they had in Maurice 🤔🙏🏽👍🏼
Hi Anne. Great question! So far, I havent seen the fruit known as "ackee" in Mauritius, but I'm hesitant to rule it out as there are A LOT of the same fruits and vegetables here. They may even sometimes have slightly different names at times. In the video, I was referring to breadfruit and a fish that's available at local supermarkets here called " hake." Hopefully a local Mauritian will see this message and let us know if the fruit "ackee" is available in Mauritius. 👍🏽
hey we've had the amazing ackee in the Caribbean which we loved! There's no ackee in Mauritius, as far as we know (being from Mauritius) unless someone has recently managed to grow it, there's lots of people into permaculture so who knows in future maybe :) @@expatsierra
Hello and thanks so much for watching❤️. I was referring to a fish called "hake." Where I'm from, the pronunciation is similar to "ackee." I've actually never tried ackee but have heard wonderful things about it 😊.
Very nice video! Moving there in Mauritius is very enticing. Hoping there are good opportunities there at Mauritius for foreigner who wants to work over there. I'm really hoping you don't mind, I would really like to reach out to you and learn more about any possible work opportunities over there in Mauritius. 😊
Thank you for your feedback! I think that Mauritius is definitely an exciting place to live. Although I haven't entered the Mauritian job market, the EDB might provide more information about getting job sponsorships. You can also join Expat.com and look for job postings there. :)
Hello and thank you for watching 😊. Be sure to check out the EDB Mauritius site for different ways that you can come to Mauritius and start a business. 👍🏽
So it means you have been renewing your nomad visa for the past three years but EDB mauritius told me that the maximum nomad visa renewal is only one year am confused Please can you find out if it can be renewed continuously for 10 years
Hello. I wasn't able to locate a specific amount of times that the Premium Visa can be renewed on the website, but you should consider what was mentioned to you by an EDB representative. There are other visas available on the site that you might be able to apply for but you will have to research this further.
Thank you for checking in 😊 and my apologies for slacking 😅. I'm still in MU but just juggling a lot more tasks these days. I'm planning to film a video about my 1 year anniversary in MU very soon. Stay tuned and thanks again. ☺️
Hello and thanks for watching. You can find creole populations all throughout Mauritius. Baie du Cap, Le Morne, La Gaulette, and Case Noyale are some examples of where you can find some high concentrations.
@@expatsierra Hello and I appreciate the info. I just discovered this island and I'm definitely interested in dynamics. It's possibly a vacay destination for next summer!
This was my first year in Mauritius and my first time experiencing cyclones. I've observed that some just bring steady rain and moderate winds while others can be very scary. Cyclone Belal has been the most catastrophic this season and it wreaked a lot of havoc when it passed through. For me, it was like seeing something from a movie...it was very surreal. To prepare, the weather authority will classify the intensity of the storm from 1-5. 1-2 is when you should buy your provisions. 3-5 is when places start to shut down and soon everyone will be mandated to stay at home.
@@expatsierra Girl everything else is perfect but those cyclones are the only thing that sort of holds me back from Mauritius. Based on how peaceful you seem it must be worth it though. Thank you for sharing your journey with us!
Every video I have watched except yours has said how racist it is out there and how immigration treats you horribly coming in. I’m glad you had such a good experience
I seem to get mistaken for being Mauritian/Creole a lot. But they definitely try to come for my pockets when they hear my North American accent. It helps to have locals on your side if you are going to come here.
@@expatsierra I was thinking of vacationing in Mauritius for a week or 2 but having a lot of apprehension about it now. I want my people to come and have a good time and not be judged if you know what I mean
@BlackCoasterGeek yes, I get it. You have every right to go where you are celebrated. Coming here will definitely be a gamble. If you do, I hope that you'll get the chance to encounter the many kind-hearted and generous Mauritians that do go out of their way to be helpful. 🙏🏽
If you keep telling Americans and the world that it is great living here it won't be for long............... Enjoy your life here and let the Ministry of Tourism create tourism and retirements Please ...LoL
Welcome to Mauritus Sierra! I'm an African American that moved here to Mauritius as well a few years ago. It's a fantastic place to live!
Thanks for the welcome, Lamar. We're far and few in between, but definitely happy to be here. 👍🏽
@@expatsierraI would love to see you do an interview with RUclipsr Oshay Duke Jackson.
From everything I've seen I wouldn't be able to tolerate the heat and humidity, or being confined to air-conditioning. Not just in Mauritius but I Asia and Central America too. Thankfully I'd qualify for residency in many places as a Plan B if it were necessary to escape from North America if worse came to worse.
Do you have any advice? I’m an African American looking for the right new country to make home sometime in the future.
Hello and thanks for stopping by. Diversity is important but what are your additional requirements? I think this will greatly depend on the type of atmosphere (city, island, etc) , climate, cost of living, diversity, and etc that you prefer. The great news is that there are many digital nomad visas currently but you just have to narrow them down according to your non negotiables.
Thanks for sharing Sierra! Excellent information about your Mauritius experience thus far!🎉😊❤
Thanks, Jill. I'm happy to help. 😊
Congratulations on a beautiful and informitive presentation. Its has helped me in my decision to move to the island😅❤
I'm happy that you found the video informative and helpful in your decision-making process. Thank you for watching. 👋😊
Welcome to my hometown,if there’s anything information I’ll be happy to pass this on
Hi Ronnie 👋🏽. What a beautiful place to call home! I'm excited to explore more of what this wonderful destination has to offer while spreading the good news. Thanks for watching! 😊
Welcome to Mauritius, i hope you enjoy new life here and thanks for sharing this video ... take care ;)
Thank you, Gilbert. 😊👋🏽
Hey, my bro is in Florida. We are like British-Mauritian. He is creole but I know in the states they'll just call him black, but I know Lousiana has a strong french presence and some people are refered as creole.
In Suriname people of mix race are also called Creole, but as you mentioned in America we are just referred to as black.
Let’s say looking forward to moving to my mother land and on an island !!
How walkable is Port Louis for older people? Is it very hilly like Caribbean islands? How about dealing with the high humidity and distance from friends and family? What is the center of the island where it's cooler?
Hello and thanks for tuning in 😊. Port Louis isn't very hilly however the sidewalks aren't always neatly paved which can be a bit daunting. There also are large gaps/canals between the streets and the sidewalks. I'm assuming that this is to help for flooding but I'm not 100% sure. You should also keep in mind that many areas in Mauritius do not have sidewalks but Port Louis seems to be the main exception in this case. Port Louis also tends to be *very* hot and humid and is next to a pier. In the US and Canada you tend to feel cool temps when you move close to a body of water but its the opposite in Mauritius. Being close to a beach or pier will feel hotter and more humid. Curepipe is in the center of the island and tends to be one of the coolest locations in terms of temps. Distance from friends and family can be a challenge but I guess it also depends on the individual. Frequent usage of Whatsapp and other messaging services can be helpful.
@@expatsierra How do people close to amenities, which I assume is in Port Louis, handle the high heat and humidity? Are they confined most of the time to air-conditioning?
I am living in Mauritius , I am an African - American from New York City I tried to connect with you before . Now that I am here this is truly paradise for me . Virtually no crime or violence. Just laid back retirement. A place where you can just be in peace. But for Ray Ray and Pookie there are Lions and Bear that will eat you and all other Frat and Sorority Sister. Don't come here the snake are big very big. They are very strong and can break windows without hearing it . I just keep my gun cocked and ready !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hi kwameeaddy, you mean thieves breaking your windows, and you ready to shoot them?
No I mean White people shooting at the head of my bed and White Police refusing to investigate. At 1:30 am while I'm sleep@@verity4917
Mauritius is beautiful and peaceful@@verity4917
Yes you mean thieves back in the US ???
Great video. Thank you for sharing.
I'm glad that you found it helpful. Thanks for watching! :)
What are you doing for work?
How does their money compare to the US Dollar? I am thinking about Expatting to the Dominican Republic and I am able to use the power of the US Dollar in my favor.
Looking forward to paying a visit once you are settled ❤🥰
Hey there 👋🏽. It's great to hear from you 😊. Currently, 45 Mauritian Rupees equals $1. Mauritius is very affordable when you have USD, but it can get pricey depending on how lavish your trip will be. Overall, there's some wiggle room for varied budgets. I can definitely see you becoming an expat in an island abroad and it's great that you've already been to DR and tested it out. I'd love to host you and catch up. Thanks for the follow. 🥰
Thank you so much. “Remote worker” is under an employer?
How about someone that is self employed and remote?
Keep making videos!!! Love it!
Hi Brad. If you're speaking in regards to the Premium Visa, you can apply as an employee of a non-mauritian company as long as they allow you to work remotely. You can also apply as a self-employed individual who works remotely. Both scenarios require proof of employment and pay studs/billing statements. Hope this helps!
Hi you mentioned Breadfruit but was not sure if you said "Ackee" i know they have it in the Carribean and i ve had it in the uk..didn t know they had in Maurice 🤔🙏🏽👍🏼
Hi Anne. Great question! So far, I havent seen the fruit known as "ackee" in Mauritius, but I'm hesitant to rule it out as there are A LOT of the same fruits and vegetables here. They may even sometimes have slightly different names at times. In the video, I was referring to breadfruit and a fish that's available at local supermarkets here called " hake." Hopefully a local Mauritian will see this message and let us know if the fruit "ackee" is available in Mauritius. 👍🏽
hey we've had the amazing ackee in the Caribbean which we loved! There's no ackee in Mauritius, as far as we know (being from Mauritius) unless someone has recently managed to grow it, there's lots of people into permaculture so who knows in future maybe :) @@expatsierra
Hello and thanks so much for watching❤️. I was referring to a fish called "hake." Where I'm from, the pronunciation is similar to "ackee." I've actually never tried ackee but have heard wonderful things about it 😊.
Very nice video! Moving there in Mauritius is very enticing. Hoping there are good opportunities there at Mauritius for foreigner who wants to work over there. I'm really hoping you don't mind, I would really like to reach out to you and learn more about any possible work opportunities over there in Mauritius. 😊
Thank you for your feedback! I think that Mauritius is definitely an exciting place to live. Although I haven't entered the Mauritian job market, the EDB might provide more information about getting job sponsorships. You can also join Expat.com and look for job postings there. :)
@@expatsierra Hi, Thank you very much for the information!
Hello people am glad to hear you enjoying mauritius, am mauritian but I do not live in mauritius for 25 years I hate it honestly
Hello, and thank you for watching! I'm curious, what do you dislike about the country?
Hi sierra ,im from Srilanka plan to settle in mauritius .its very helpfull details which u sharing
I'm so happy that you found the info useful. Thank you for watching! 😊
I am so looking forward to moving there
Have u been to Flic En Flac?
No, I haven't.
I would love to start a non profit . I am from DC but second generation African American and I plan on moving back to Africa in 2025.
Hello and thank you for watching 😊. Be sure to check out the EDB Mauritius site for different ways that you can come to Mauritius and start a business. 👍🏽
So it means you have been renewing your nomad visa for the past three years but EDB mauritius told me that the maximum nomad visa renewal is only one year am confused
Please can you find out if it can be renewed continuously for 10 years
Hello. I wasn't able to locate a specific amount of times that the Premium Visa can be renewed on the website, but you should consider what was mentioned to you by an EDB representative. There are other visas available on the site that you might be able to apply for but you will have to research this further.
@@expatsierra Ok thanks.
But which city do you live?
Curepipe, Grandbay, Tamarin, or where so i can have an idea of cost of living there thanks
Hey we miss your videos! You good 👀
Thank you for checking in 😊 and my apologies for slacking 😅. I'm still in MU but just juggling a lot more tasks these days. I'm planning to film a video about my 1 year anniversary in MU very soon. Stay tuned and thanks again. ☺️
What exactly do you do there
Hi which city do you live in?
Pretty cool 😎
Merci 🥰
je t'en prie
Where do most of the creole mauritians live on the island?
Hello and thanks for watching. You can find creole populations all throughout Mauritius. Baie du Cap, Le Morne, La Gaulette, and Case Noyale are some examples of where you can find some high concentrations.
@@expatsierra Hello and I appreciate the info. I just discovered this island and I'm definitely interested in dynamics. It's possibly a vacay destination for next summer!
I dream of Washington dc
Are there any severe natural disasters there?
Hello and thank you for watching. Yes, Mauritius experiences cyclone season typically between the months of November - April.
@@expatsierra omg how do yall prepare? Have you experienced one? That’s the only thing that worries me.
This was my first year in Mauritius and my first time experiencing cyclones. I've observed that some just bring steady rain and moderate winds while others can be very scary. Cyclone Belal has been the most catastrophic this season and it wreaked a lot of havoc when it passed through. For me, it was like seeing something from a movie...it was very surreal. To prepare, the weather authority will classify the intensity of the storm from 1-5. 1-2 is when you should buy your provisions. 3-5 is when places start to shut down and soon everyone will be mandated to stay at home.
@@expatsierra Girl everything else is perfect but those cyclones are the only thing that sort of holds me back from Mauritius. Based on how peaceful you seem it must be worth it though. Thank you for sharing your journey with us!
Every video I have watched except yours has said how racist it is out there and how immigration treats you horribly coming in. I’m glad you had such a good experience
I seem to get mistaken for being Mauritian/Creole a lot. But they definitely try to come for my pockets when they hear my North American accent. It helps to have locals on your side if you are going to come here.
@@expatsierra I was thinking of vacationing in Mauritius for a week or 2 but having a lot of apprehension about it now. I want my people to come and have a good time and not be judged if you know what I mean
@BlackCoasterGeek yes, I get it. You have every right to go where you are celebrated. Coming here will definitely be a gamble. If you do, I hope that you'll get the chance to encounter the many kind-hearted and generous Mauritians that do go out of their way to be helpful. 🙏🏽
@@expatsierra Appreciate you Queen
If you keep telling Americans and the world that it is great living here it won't be for long............... Enjoy your life here and let the Ministry of Tourism create tourism and retirements Please ...LoL
Hello cousin from across the Hudson 👋🏽. I was born in Jersey 😊. My apologies, I didn't realize that you reached out. Can you send again on Insta?
It was very difficult to hear you
Thank you for your feedback. 😊
I will love to visit
Have you experienced racism?
Not that I'm aware of 😊. People often assume that I'm Mauritian upon first glance here.