Moving to Mauritius from Estonia

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Estonia to Mauritius — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

If you moved from Estonia to Mauritius, you would find that Mauritius is 21.7% cheaper than Estonia overall. A €64,304 salary in Estonia would need to be roughly MUR2,734,386 in Mauritius to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in English, French and Mauritian Creole. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Port Louis averages 85°F vs 48°F in Tallinn, making it significantly warmer.

How Far Will Your Money Go?

What to expect for your wallet after moving from Estonia to Mauritius.

What does your salary buy?

€64,304 MUR2,734,386

To maintain the same standard of living in Mauritius

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Where you'll feel the difference day-to-day

Restaurants

pay 56.9% less

Groceries

pay 12.0% less

Transportation

pay 46.2% more

Housing

pay 27.1% less

Childcare

pay 42.0% less

Entertainment and Sports

pay 34.6% less

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Exchange rate: 1 EUR = 55.25 MUR (June 2026)

Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.

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Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Estonia to Mauritius.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

EE
1.5
MU
2.2
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

EE
4.4
MU
9.7

Estonia performs better than Mauritius across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2024

annual government + private spending per person

EE
$3,741
MU
$1,566
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

EE
34.4
MU
12.0

Estonia generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Mauritius leads in healthcare spending per person.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

EE
13.0
MU
28.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

EE
7.8t
MU
3.5t

Estonia generally does better on environment, though Mauritius leads in co₂ emissions per capita.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

EE
40.4
MU
25.7
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

EE
10.8%
MU
22.0%

Estonia performs better than Mauritius across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

EE
6.3%
MU
6.1%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

EE
$42,000
MU
$26,600

Mauritius generally does better on employment & economy, though Estonia leads in gdp per capita.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

EE
77.9 yrs
MU
74.9 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

EE
3.4
MU
12.1

Estonia performs better than Mauritius across all family life metrics.

Data: Estonian Tax and Customs Board, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Tallinn Rain: 27.3 in/yr (693 mm)
48° / 36°F

Avg. annual high / low

Port Louis Rain: 28.0 in/yr (711 mm)
85° / 71°F

Avg. annual high / low

Months Tallinn Port Louis
Jan–Mar 31°/21°F (0°/-6°C) 89°/75°F (31°/24°C)
Apr–Jun 57°/41°F (14°/5°C) 85°/71°F (29°/21°C)
Jul–Sep 65°/51°F (19°/10°C) 81°/67°F (27°/19°C)
Oct–Dec 40°/31°F (4°/-1°C) 86°/71°F (30°/22°C)
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Month Tallinn Port Louis
Jan 29°/20°F (-1.4°/-6.6°C) 89°/75°F (31.5°/24.1°C)
Feb 29°/18°F (-1.8°/-7.5°C) 89°/75°F (31.4°/24.0°C)
Mar 36°/24°F (2.0°/-4.3°C) 89°/75°F (31.5°/23.8°C)
Apr 47°/32°F (8.2°/0.1°C) 87°/73°F (30.7°/23.0°C)
May 59°/41°F (14.9°/5.0°C) 85°/71°F (29.3°/21.5°C)
Jun 66°/49°F (19.1°/9.7°C) 82°/68°F (27.6°/19.9°C)
Jul 70°/54°F (21.2°/12.1°C) 80°/67°F (26.7°/19.3°C)
Aug 68°/53°F (19.9°/11.6°C) 80°/66°F (26.8°/19.1°C)
Sep 58°/45°F (14.5°/7.2°C) 82°/67°F (27.7°/19.4°C)
Oct 48°/38°F (9.1°/3.3°C) 84°/69°F (28.8°/20.4°C)
Nov 38°/30°F (3.3°/-1.2°C) 86°/71°F (30.2°/21.8°C)
Dec 33°/24°F (0.3°/-4.6°C) 88°/74°F (31.1°/23.2°C)

Data: Estonian Meteorological and Hydrological Institute Estonian Meteorological and Hydrological Institute, Mauritius Meteorological Services Mauritius Meteorological Services

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Estonia and Mauritius. To live, work, or study long-term in Mauritius, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Mauritius's immigration authority.

Estonia passport

Estonia passport holder visiting Mauritius

Visa Free
Estonia passport holders can enter Mauritius without a visa.
Mauritius passport

Mauritius passport holder visiting Estonia

Visa Free
Mauritius passport holders can enter Estonia without a visa.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it cheaper to live in Mauritius than Estonia?

Yes — Mauritius is on average about 23% cheaper than Estonia. City-level variation can be significant.

How much money do I need to move to Mauritius?

Plan for at least 3 months of living expenses — roughly MUR683,596 in Mauritius on a €64,304 comparable salary — plus one-off moving costs (flights, shipping, deposits, visa fees).

Can I work remotely from Mauritius?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Mauritius has 25.7 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people. The real questions are legal: digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.

Is Mauritius safe for expats?

Estonia performs better than Mauritius across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Mauritius is 2.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 1.5 in Estonia.

How is healthcare in Mauritius compared to Estonia?

Estonia generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Mauritius leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 12.0 doctors per 10,000 people in Mauritius, compared to 34.4 in Estonia. Mauritius scores 66 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Estonia: 79).

What's the weather like in Mauritius compared to Estonia?

The average high temperature in Port Louis is 85°F, compared to 48°F in Tallinn. Port Louis receives around 28.0 in of rainfall per year, while Tallinn gets 27.3 in.

What language do they speak in Mauritius?

The official languages in Mauritius are English, French and Mauritian Creole. In Estonia, the official language is Estonian.

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At a Glance

EE MU
Population 1,211,524 1,308,222
Currency Euro (€) Mauritian Rupee (MUR)
Languages Estonian English, French, Mauritian Creole
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +372 +230
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 112 112