Moving to Mauritius from Serbia

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Serbia to Mauritius? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Serbia to Mauritius, you would find that Mauritius is 6.4% cheaper than Serbia overall. A RSD7,641,675 salary in Serbia would need to be roughly MUR3,212,925 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 62°F in Belgrade, making it significantly warmer.

How Far Will Your Money Go?

A breakdown of how everyday costs differ between Serbia and Mauritius.

What does your salary buy?

RSD7,641,675 MUR3,212,925

To maintain the same standard of living in Mauritius

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How key spending categories compare

Restaurants

pay 43.2% less

Groceries

pay 1.0% more

Transportation

pay 63.3% more

Housing

pay 8.9% less

Childcare

pay 40.0% less

Entertainment and Sports

pay 12.9% more

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Exchange rate: 1 RSD = 0.4669 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

The numbers behind daily life in Mauritius compared to Serbia.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

RS
1.0
MU
2.2
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

RS
7.4
MU
9.7

Serbia performs better than Mauritius across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

RS
$2,303
MU
$1,566
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

RS
28.4
MU
12.0

Serbia 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

RS
45.0
MU
28.0

Mauritius performs significantly better than Serbia across all environment metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

RS
29.3
MU
25.7
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

RS
5.7%
MU
22.0%

Serbia 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

RS
8.7%
MU
6.1%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

RS
$24,500
MU
$26,600

Mauritius generally does better on employment & economy, though Serbia leads in top income tax rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

RS
74.2 yrs
MU
74.9 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

RS
4.8
MU
12.1

Serbia generally does better on family life, though Mauritius leads in life expectancy.

Data: Ministry of Finance, Republic of Serbia, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Belgrade Rain: 26.9 in/yr (683 mm)
62° / 46°F

Avg. annual high / low

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

Avg. annual high / low

Months Belgrade Port Louis
Jan–Mar 45°/33°F (7°/0°C) 89°/75°F (31°/24°C)
Apr–Jun 71°/53°F (22°/12°C) 85°/71°F (29°/21°C)
Jul–Sep 79°/59°F (26°/15°C) 81°/67°F (27°/19°C)
Oct–Dec 53°/39°F (11°/4°C) 86°/71°F (30°/22°C)
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Month Belgrade Port Louis
Jan 38°/28°F (3.5°/-2.3°C) 89°/75°F (31.5°/24.1°C)
Feb 44°/32°F (6.4°/-0.2°C) 89°/75°F (31.4°/24.0°C)
Mar 53°/38°F (11.9°/3.3°C) 89°/75°F (31.5°/23.8°C)
Apr 64°/46°F (17.5°/7.8°C) 87°/73°F (30.7°/23.0°C)
May 72°/54°F (22.5°/12.1°C) 85°/71°F (29.3°/21.5°C)
Jun 78°/59°F (25.3°/15.0°C) 82°/68°F (27.6°/19.9°C)
Jul 81°/61°F (27.3°/16.3°C) 80°/67°F (26.7°/19.3°C)
Aug 81°/61°F (27.3°/16.1°C) 80°/66°F (26.8°/19.1°C)
Sep 75°/55°F (23.7°/13.0°C) 82°/67°F (27.7°/19.4°C)
Oct 65°/47°F (18.1°/8.3°C) 84°/69°F (28.8°/20.4°C)
Nov 52°/39°F (11.0°/4.0°C) 86°/71°F (30.2°/21.8°C)
Dec 42°/32°F (5.3°/-0.2°C) 88°/74°F (31.1°/23.2°C)

Data: Republic Hydrometeorological Service of Serbia Republic Hydrometeorological Service of Serbia, Mauritius Meteorological Services Mauritius Meteorological Services

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Serbia 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.

Serbia passport

Serbia passport holder visiting Mauritius

Visa on Arrival
Serbia passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Mauritius.
Mauritius passport

Mauritius passport holder visiting Serbia

Visa Required
Mauritius passport holders need a visa to enter Serbia.

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 Serbia?

On average Mauritius is about 10% less expensive than Serbia, with major cities narrowing the gap.

How much money do I need to move to Mauritius?

Budget about MUR803,231 for 3 months in Mauritius (based on a RSD7,641,675 comparable annual salary), then add the one-off costs: flights, shipping, rental deposit, visa fees.

Can I work remotely from Mauritius?

Connectivity is usually fine (Mauritius: 25.7 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Mauritius offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Mauritius safe for expats?

Serbia performs better than Mauritius across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Mauritius is 2.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 1.0 in Serbia.

How is healthcare in Mauritius compared to Serbia?

Serbia 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 28.4 in Serbia. Mauritius scores 66 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Serbia: 72).

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

The average high temperature in Port Louis is 85°F, compared to 62°F in Belgrade. Port Louis receives around 28.0 in of rainfall per year, while Belgrade gets 26.9 in.

What language do they speak in Mauritius?

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

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At a Glance

RS MU
Population 6,739,471 1,308,222
Currency Serbian Dinar (RSD) Mauritian Rupee (MUR)
Languages Serbian English, French, Mauritian Creole
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +381 +230
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 112 112