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Moving budget for Mauritius: how much cash to prepare

Separate monthly living costs from move-in cash, so a Rs 50,000 rental does not become a Rs 157,500 surprise.

11 min read · Updated 1 Sep 2026 · Worked budget in Mauritian rupees

The common mistake is looking only at rent. You need two numbers: the cash required before you receive the keys and the amount your household will spend in a normal month.

YOUR REAL MOVING BUDGET

How much money should you prepare?

Separate the cash you need before getting the keys from the expenses that repeat every month.

HOME AT MOVE-IN

Rs 157,500–257,500+

On Rs 50k rent: first month Rs 50k · deposit Rs 50k–150k · agency Rs 57.5k incl. VAT.

CAR RENTAL

Rs 18,000–35,000 / mo

Indicative long-term compact rental. Add fuel, refundable deposit and check insurance excess.

GROCERIES & HOME

Rs 12,000–25,000 / mo

For mostly home cooking. Imported brands, delivery and household products raise the total.

LIFE, SPORT & FUN

Rs 6,000–18,000+ / mo

Gym is about Rs 1,100–4,000 per adult; add cafés, beach activities and weekends out.

SCHOOL

From Rs 17,500 / child / mo

International schools may also charge application, registration and substantial entrance fees.

EMERGENCY BUFFER

2–3 months of essentials

Keep this separate from the deposit: cover rent, food, transport, insurance and urgent travel.

Costs change with area, season, air conditioning, car use and household size — plan with a range, not one perfect number.

MONTHLY BUDGET AT A GLANCE

Your essential monthly costs

HOUSING: Rs 30k–65k+
CAR & FUEL: Rs 22k–42k
FOOD & HOME: Rs 12k–25k
LIFE & FITNESS: Rs 6k–18k+

SCHOOL — IF NEEDED: from Rs 17.5k / child / month
ESSENTIALS BEFORE SCHOOL: ≈ Rs 70k–150k+ / month

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Updated 1 Sep 2026 · Prices are indicative · Confirm current fees, deposits and school charges