Which country is waiting for you with arms wide open? If we think objectively, none. Neither your own nor any foreign country is expecting you with bated breath and hot pies.
If the country you choose has complex requirements for obtaining permanent residence, this is a sign that you are not welcome there. How this may manifest itself:
- excessive bureaucracy;
- obtaining documents is a time-consuming process;
- long waiting for the embassy and its representatives to reply;
- obscure immigration policy;
- enormous demands for investors;
- necessity to prove a link with the country (e.g. close kinship).
Yes, you can be aware of all the terms and conditions in detail and find a loophole in almost any requirement. But think about: if you have to reinvent the wheel now, what level of difficulty will you face later? And your children? Obvious signs of discomfort in this situation should be considered as a promise: over time, there will be more of them and you will definetily not like it.
Other signs of inhospitality should be taken into account:
- discrimination based on nationality, religion, education or economic status;
- language discrimination;
- empowerment due to gender identity;
- any potential limitations regarding your lifestyle.
It may not be difficult to obtain permanent residence in a particular country. But this does not mean that you and your family will have a pleasant, safe or comfortable life there.
Mauritius is one among the countries that are neutral and even welcoming to newcomers. Due to historical and geographical features, people here are used to living side by side with people from different cultures. This multiculturalism has long and successfully taken root, and cannot be compared with the conditional tolerance of two generations. Your “rating” in business, relationships and access to public goods is formed on the basis of personal characteristics and willingness to follow public order. This is a healthy environment for life!
Mauritius permanent residence is available to investors and includes options such as setting up a new business, investing in real estate and special investment programs.
And political, economic and social stability distinguish this country from others. We live in an era of global change and heightened geopolitical tension. It is impossible to deny the presence and influence of political alliances, economic blocs and international relations on your life. No matter what country you are in now, it is likely to fall within the zone of interest of one of the major geopolitical forces – be it the USA, China, Russia, Europe or other players. The financial stability, predictability and security of your life and that of your loved ones may depend on whose sphere of influence your country is in.
Mauritius’s geographical position makes it equidistant from the controversies of the major powers. The island’s small size and relative political neutrality allow its residents to avoid direct involvement in global conflicts and international disputes. Yes, life here is deprived of the advantages of the “strong brother’s” tutelage, such as large-scale economic projects or defense guarantees. In return, you get a stable and measured life without external “swings”.
When evaluating a country for permanent residence, you should look to the horizon. And in a world where the geopolitical situation can change in a short period of time, a country relatively independent of international strife attracts most of all.
Will the new location limit the opportunities for earning income? While still “on the shore”, it is worth assessing the level of infrastructure development, opportunities for doing business, security of life, property, finances.
Pay attention to indirect signs: average life expectancy, cost, availability and variety of products, safety of deposits and dark streets. Let’s take prosperous-looking Spain. From the inside, it often turns into a portal to unemployment and banditry. If you do not have capital at the start, it will be difficult to create it there. And if you have a financial means, you will have to sit down and not get enough sleep: after all, there will be many who are eager to profit from other people’s money, legally and illegally.
Gather information about the economic situation and the state of the labor market in the chosen country. How easy will it be for you or your spouse to find the desired employment format and income? What are the career prospects?
It makes sense to go:
- where the standard of living will be higher than in your home country;
- where there is not a large outflow of local population.
Natives are better adapted to the specifics of this country than you are. They have more knowledge, connections, local habits, support from the country. If they prefer to leave their familiar surroundings and go in search of a better life, think about it. They probably know the unsightly truth about their own country that you have not yet noticed. After 2-3 years in a new place, you will also discover what prevented them from enjoying life, and you may again face the need to move.
But if the local population has the opportunity to move to another country, but they prefer to stay – this is a good sign. This is exactly what happens in Mauritius. Families with different levels of income and business happily live here!