Real estate investors scouting overseas markets amidst the Covid-19 crisis surely would want to take note of this. Residents enjoy a safety edge in this pandemic, given their island location and the country’s health protocols.
Because of the country’s success against Covid-19, the British daily The Guardian cited Mauritius amongst island nations with the edge in keeping coronavirus away. Others included in this list were New Zealand and Taiwan. Significantly, the World Travel and Tourism Council has also officially recognised the health standards for Mauritius’ reopening. The island is unlocking its border to international travel in well-calibrated phases. Since October 1, 2020, the country has welcomed back Mauritian nationals, holders of residence/work permits, and long-term tourists from approved countries.
Foreign investors can also now go a business trip for due diligence. They can apply for a newly introduced one-year premium visa which is also open to tourists and retirees seeking refuge from Covid-19. Professionals working remotely, as well as their family and staff members, are likewise eligible to apply for this visa.
With the Indian Ocean ringing its perimeter, the island of Mauritius got a stout barrier for border control versus Covid-19.
Lessons learned now in play
Mauritius’ experience in successfully containing the coronavirus should help ensure health safety as more visitors again enter the country. In fighting the local spread of Covid-19, Mauritius notched the highest testing ratio amongst African countries, figures from the World Health Organisation show. The government has ramped up the island’s healthcare system and now runs dedicated Covid-19 testing centres as well as efficient contact tracing procedures.
On the whole, Mauritius takes a holistic approach in ensuring the health safety and wellness of everyone on the island. The Ministry of Health and Quality of Life is on top of this goal to enhance and protect the overall well-being of everybody in Mauritius.
Robust healthcare infrastructure
In addressing healthcare matters, the ministry also enforces the Food Act for compliance of all hospitals, hotels, restaurants and schools, This legislation likewise enables Mauritius to adopt modern food technologies and up-to-date quality assurance methods.
Mauritius boasts of healthcare infrastructure with over 4,500 beds in private and public hospitals. The country has five major public hospitals and six specialized hospitals. It also hosts 18 private multispecialty clinics, 11 private specialized clinics and 28 medical labs.
Public hospitals take care of about 73 per cent of the country’s health needs. Private clinics and practices, which are spread throughout the island, handle the remainder.
Mauritius homes for sale get stellar billing in buyers’ wish list not just because these dwellings are in a safe island health haven. Contact 2Futures to learn more about our property developments and all the exciting lifestyle perks in them.
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