{"id":14184,"date":"2021-07-16T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-07-15T22:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/smarttraveller.digital-vi.be\/?p=14184"},"modified":"2024-05-22T13:52:05","modified_gmt":"2024-05-22T11:52:05","slug":"health-insurance-in-mauritius","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/smarttraveller.digital-vi.be\/en\/health-insurance-in-mauritius\/","title":{"rendered":"Health insurance in Mauritius"},"content":{"rendered":"At SmartTraveller<\/strong>, we take pride in addressing the numerous questions that prospective expatriates in Mauritius have as we guide them through their relocation process! These inquiries often revolve around finding reliable health insurance in Mauritius.\r\n\r\nSelecting the right insurance is paramount before embarking on your journey…\r\n\r\nHere’s a concise article that will offer insight into the insurance options at your disposal in Mauritius!\r\n\r\nStay tuned till the end for a list of recommended insurers.<\/strong>\r\n

The Mauritian Healthcare System\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\r\nBefore you settle on health insurance, it’s important for expatriates to understand the healthcare system in Mauritius.\r\n\r\nHealthcare in Mauritius consists of both public<\/strong> and private<\/strong> institutions.\r\n\r\nPublic hospitals and clinics usually offer free services to Mauritians and foreign residents. However, for better care and access to specialists, turning to the private sector is recommended.\r\n

Health insurance options for expatriates in Mauritius<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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PUBLIC HOSPITALS AND DISPENSARIES<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

CLINICS & PRIVATE CONSULTATIONS<\/b><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
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Free access to healthcare and consultations (only available to citizens and those with a resident permit)<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

Paid care and consultations (as from Rs 500)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
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Free medicines & dressings<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Paid medicine & dressings. If prescribed, can be covered by your insurance (depending on conditions)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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Often long waiting lines, depending on the number of patients<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Average waiting time, depending on the number of patients. Appointments are generally preferred for consultations.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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Free surgery<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

Paid surgery<\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Average quality of service<\/td>\r\n\r\n

Satisfactory service quality, meeting European standards.<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n

Choosing the right Expatriate Healthcare Insurance\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\r\nA reliable health insurance ensures you’re covered for minor mishaps, illnesses, or, in worst-case scenarios, emergency repatriation.\r\n\r\nWhen embarking on an expatriation project, you generally have two options for health insurance:\r\n