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Mauritian legal services for South African clients

A move, purchase or family matter can place Mauritian law beside South African arrangements. The documents and advisers should be coordinated from the outset.

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Acting for South Africans in Mauritius

The chambers advises South African clients on Mauritian property, family, succession and commercial matters. The first task is to identify which question belongs in which country.

Me Mokshda Pertaub has practised at the Mauritian Bar since 1998 and is a former Director of the Institute for Judicial and Legal Studies, appointed January 2017.

Aerial view of Tamarin on the west coast of Mauritius: houses along the bay with a mountain behind

Property and residence

A non-citizen purchase may require Economic Development Board approval. Its timing belongs to the authority. Independent property advice should begin before signature.

Succession and family

Mauritian succession is considered under the Code Civil Mauricien. South African advice remains distinct. Family matters begin with the marriage, children and residence facts.

Instructing from South Africa

Send the essential facts, dates and documents first. The expat guide, court guide and civil and commercial practice provide general context.

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Questions from South African clients

Can we do everything from Johannesburg or Cape Town?

Many steps can be prepared remotely. Attendance and original-document requirements depend on the procedure. Individual advice begins with the papers and dates.

Is there death duty on Mauritian property?

Tax treatment must be checked for each country and estate. The Mauritian property and South African position require separate, coordinated advice based on current facts.

Do you work with our South African attorneys?

The chambers can coordinate with advisers you appoint in South Africa. Each professional’s role should be clear. Individual advice depends on the matter and documents.

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Begin with the essential facts.

Send the names, relevant dates and countries involved. The reply will set out the appropriate next step.