Freedom Score
South Africa to Mauritius: tax & freedom compared
How does Mauritius score against South Africa? The Freedom Score weighs six dimensions, built on primary government sources.
Net per month€1,382
Per year vs. South Africa+€1,480
Foreign income taxed only when remitted · No capital gains tax · Africa's best-governed country
Tax
92/100
Residency
88/100
Cost of living
46/100
Living environment
68/100
Mobility
60/100
Ownership
85/100
Compared by dimension
On an average South Africa income of €18,000 gross per year, you keep €16,588 net in Mauritius: a difference of €1,480 per year compared with South Africa.
- Tax: on this income Mauritius lands at an effective rate of about 8%, against 16% in South Africa.
- Passport and mobility: from Mauritius you travel visa-free to 147 countries.
- Residency: on our accessibility scale Mauritius scores 88 out of 100 for obtaining residency.
- Living environment: banking, internet, safety and healthcare together give Mauritius a living-environment score of 68 out of 100.
Frequently asked questions
- How much do I save by moving from South Africa to Mauritius?
- On an average South Africa income it differs by roughly €1,480 net per year. Your own figure depends on your income and situation; calculate it with the free freedom check.
- Is this tax advice?
- No. Libaros compares on the basis of primary government sources and provides information. For personal decisions, consult a qualified adviser.
- What sources is this based on?
- The Freedom Score uses the OECD Tax Database, IATA Timatic, the Henley Visa Index and Eurostat, with direct links to primary government sources.
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Figures from primary government sources. Information, not advice.
Sources
OECD Tax Database · IATA Timatic · Henley Visa Index · Eurostat