Mauritius
East Africa (Indian Ocean) · Africa
Population
1.24M
GDP (Nominal)
$14.95B
Capital City
Port Louis
Currency
MUR (Mauritian Rupee)
Avg Salary
$950/mo
Region
East Africa (Indian Ocean)
Livability Index 2026
45/100
Cost of Living
13/100
Avg Salary
55/100
Safety
63/100
Healthcare
60/100
Education
64/100
Overall Livability
Institutional Summary
Mauritius is a stunning island nation in the Indian Ocean, known for its pristine beaches, diverse cultural makeup, and status as a highly developed African financial and tech hub. It has become a premier destination for digital nomads and retirees.
Cost of Living
Monthly Rent (1BR)$400
Monthly Groceries$250
Monthly Transport$30
Utilities & Internet$90
Estimated Total Monthly
$770 /person
AI Algorithm Summary
Major Strengths
- • Accessible immigration and visa pathways
Algorithmic Red Flags
- • No severe algorithmic red flags
Economic Performance
📊 GrowingGDP Per Capita
$12,056
Inflation Rate
3.4%
Unemployment
5.8%
5-Year GDP Trend
Migration & Visa
Occupation Permit (Work/Residence)
Premium Visa (Digital Nomad)
Retiree Residence Permit
Visa Difficulty
3/10
PR Eligibility
Available after holding an Occupation or Retiree permit for 3 consecutive years
Employment Landscape
Avg Monthly Salary
$950
Trending
Top Performing Industries
Tourism
Financial Services
Information Technology
Textiles
Social Indicators
Life Expectancy
73.8 Yrs
Literacy Rate
91%
Top Universities (QS Rank)
University of Mauritius (UoM)#
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