Moving to Mauritius from Taiwan
What to Expect
Considering a move from Taiwan to Mauritius? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.
If you moved from Taiwan to Mauritius, you would find that Mauritius is 6.7% cheaper than Taiwan overall. A NT$2,408,512 salary in Taiwan would need to be roughly MUR2,811,194 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.
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A breakdown of how everyday costs differ between Taiwan and Mauritius.
What does your salary buy?
NT$2,408,512 → MUR2,811,194
To maintain the same standard of living in Mauritius
Calculate with your salary →How key spending categories compare
Restaurants
pay 8.5% more
Groceries
pay 45.1% less
Transportation
pay 63.8% more
Housing
pay 7.5% more
Childcare
pay 72.9% less
Entertainment and Sports
pay 4.4% less
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 Taiwan.
Will I have good infrastructure?
share of households with internet
Taiwan performs better than Mauritius across all infrastructure metrics.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
the highest marginal rate on personal income
share of people below the poverty line
Taiwan generally does better on employment & economy, though Mauritius leads in top income tax rate.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better
percentage of adults who can read and write
Taiwan performs better than Mauritius across all family life metrics.
Data: Taxation Administration, Ministry of Finance, R.O.C., The World Factbook
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between Taiwan 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.
Taiwan passport holder visiting Mauritius
Visa on Arrival
Mauritius passport holder visiting Taiwan
Visa Online (e-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 Taiwan?
On average Mauritius is about 20% less expensive than Taiwan, with major cities narrowing the gap.
How much money do I need to move to Mauritius?
Budget about MUR702,798 for 3 months in Mauritius (based on a NT$2,408,512 comparable annual salary), then add the one-off costs: flights, shipping, a rental deposit, and visa fees.
Can I work remotely from Mauritius?
From major Mauritius cities the network usually holds up. Visa rules, your employer's stance on overseas employees, and tax residency in Taiwan and Mauritius are what actually decide it long-term.
What language do they speak in Mauritius?
The official languages in Mauritius are English, French and Mauritian Creole. In Taiwan, the official language is Chinese.
