Talent Wiki - Mauritius
Your quick guide on talent and labor compliance norms in Mauritius
Capital
Port Louis
Currency
Mauritian Rupee (MUR)
Languages
English, French, Mauritian Creole
Payroll Frequency
Monthly
GDP per Capita
$1,322
Employer Tax
5.5% - 11.5%
Talent Overview
The Republic of Mauritius is an island nation in the Indian ocean which falls under the African continent. They are considered a high-income economy and are one of the most developed countries in Africa. Their economy relies primarily on financial services, tourism, exports, and agriculture.
Major economic hubs:
Port Louis, Beau-Bassin Rose Hill, Vacoas
Skills in demand:
Digital Marketing, Content Creation, Civil Engineering, Accounting, Web Development, Healthcare
Local Universities
The top local university in Mauritius is:
University of Mauritius
Ranking
Local: 1
World : 4,448
University of Technology, Mauritius
Ranking
Local: 2
World : 8,649
Mauritius Institute of Education
Ranking
Local: 3
World : 9,346
Universite des Mascareignes
Ranking:
Local: 4
World: 10,788
Mahatma Gandhi Institute
Ranking
Local: 5
World: 11,047
Salary Data
A few jobs in Mexico and their salary ranges are as follows:
| Job Title | Average Monthly Salary (MXN) | Average Monthly Salary (USD) |
| Engineer | 28,000 MXN | 1,464 USD |
| Software Developer | 30,600 MXN | 1,600 USD |
| Data Analyst | 31,800 MXN | 1,663 USD |
| UX Designer | 22,600 MXN | 1,182 USD |
| Project Manager | 36,200 MXN | 1,893 USD |
Talent Sourcing Tips
Top Local Job Boards:
Number of LinkedIn users:
19,270,000
Top Recruitment Agencies:
ProActive Talent Solutions, Alentaris Recruitment, Michael Page Africa.
Employing in Mauritius
Below are the key points an employer must keep in mind while seeking employees in Mauritius:
Employee Contract:
In Mauritius, it is required to put together a firm employment contract in the local language – in English or Mauritian Creole. The compensation mentioned should be in Mauritian Rupee only.
Probation:
The probation period for Mauritian employees is up to two months.
Public and Provincial Holidays
| Date | Holiday | Type |
| 1 Jan | New Year’s Day | Public Holiday |
| 5 Feb | Constitution Day | Public Holiday |
| 6 Feb | Constitution Day Holiday | Public Holiday |
| 20 Mar | Benito Juarez Day | Public Holiday |
| 1 May | Labor Day | Public Holiday |
| 16 Sep | Independence Day | Public Holiday |
| 20 Nov | Revolution Day | Public Holiday |
| 25 Dec | Christmas Day | Public Holiday |
Employee Leaves
| Type of Leave | Time Period | Mandatory |
| Annual/Earned Leave | Up to 12 days | Yes |
| Maternity Leave | 3 months | Yes |
Payroll
Payroll Cycle
Employees in Mauritius are usually paid on a monthly basis.
Minimum Wage
The Mauritius minimum wage rate is 607 MUR to 794 MUR per week set by the government by sector and increased each year based on the inflation rate.
Overtime Pay
Overtime pay in Mauritius is set to 150% of basic pay and 200% of basic pay for overtime on holidays.
Bonus
13th Month Pay:
Mandatory
Employee Benefits:
- Leave
- Sick Leaves
- Maternity Leave
- Paternity Leave: 5 days
- Social Security
Taxes
Employer and employee taxes in Mauritius are subject to the employee’s monthly income. Social Security contributions in Mauritius are referred to as Contribution Sociale Generalisee.
Employer Payroll Tax:
| Tax Type | Monthly Income | Tax Rate (%) |
| Social Security | <50,000 MUR (private sector) | 3% |
| >50,000 MUR (private sector) | 6% | |
| <50,000 MUR (public sector) | 4.5% | |
| >50,000 MUR (public sector) | 9% | |
| <3,000 | 3% | |
| National Savings Fund | – | 2.5% |
Employee Payroll Tax:
| Tax Type | Monthly Income | Tax Rate (%) |
| Social Security | <50,000 MUR (private sector) | 1.5% |
| >50,000 MUR (private sector) | 3% | |
| National Savings Fund | – | 1% (capped at 187 MUR) |
*public sector employees are exempted from social security contributions
Employee Income Tax:
Income tax in Mauritius ranges from 10% to 15%, depending on the annual income.
| Annual Income | Tax Rate (%) |
| 0 – 650,000 MUR | 10% |
| Above 650,000 MUR | 15% |
*if an individual’s annual income is in excess of MUR 3.5M, an additional tax of 5% on the income above 3.5M will be levied
VAT:
The standard rate for Vat in Mauritius is 15%.
Offboarding & Termination
Employment in Mauritius can be terminated both by the employee and the employer. The employer can terminate the employment on substantial grounds. If the employment is terminated without any grounds, the employer must pay a severance to the employee.
After resignation/termination, both permanent employees and employees on probation must serve at least 30 days as notice.
Severance pay in Mauritius is calculated as three months’ pay for every year served at the organization.
Visa and Immigration
Non-Mauritian employees must obtain a work visa to be employed in Mauritius. Only individuals aged between twenty and sixty years are eligible for a work visa in Mauritius. Foreign employees can apply for a permanent residency permit after working in Mauritius for three years.
