For many Mauritians, travelling abroad is a moment to relax, explore new cultures, and enjoy experiences that break away from daily routines. Yet one opportunity is often overlooked or left to chance: planning your shopping ahead of time to enjoy tax free benefits. With the right preparation, your next trip can be not only memorable, but also financially smarter and completely hassle free.
What does “tax free” really mean?
In Mauritius, eligible purchases made at authorised local stores can be tax free, allowing travellers to enjoy 15% off. This applies to a wide range of products, from fashion and accessories to electronics, gifts, and souvenirs. The key condition is simple: the items must be purchased from registered stores before travelling and delivered either at the airport or at the cruise terminal for collection before departure. This service is designed for the convenience of travellers, and requires some planning.
Why planning matters
Many travellers shop impulsively or wait until the last minute, which often leads to missed opportunities. Planning your shopping before you travel allows you to:
- Maximise savings: Knowing which stores are registered for, and which products are eligible, ensures you benefit fully from the 15% tax free advantage.
- Avoid stress: No rushing through shops or worrying about paperwork right before departure.
- Make thoughtful purchases: You have time to compare options, choose quality items, and buy with intention rather than impulse.
When shopping is planned, your travel experience becomes lighter and more enjoyable.
Hassle-free delivery: shop now, receive later
One of the biggest advantages which tax free shopping offers to Mauritians travelling is the airport or cruise delivery service. Instead of carrying shopping bags around town or worrying about luggage space, your purchases are delivered directly to you when you depart.
This means:
- No extra weight in your luggage;
- No risk of damaging fragile or valuable items;
- A smoother, more comfortable journey.
You simply collect your purchases at the designated point at the airport or cruise terminal.
Peace of mind from start to finish
Travelling already comes with its own logistics: packing, documents, schedules, and security checks. Adding shopping stress to the mix can quickly take away from the joy of the journey. Planning your airport or cruise delivery ahead of time allows you to enjoy:
- Confidence that all purchases comply with tax free requirements;
- Clarity on what you are buying, how much you are saving, and when you will receive it;
- More time to focus on your trip, not on administrative details.
It’s a more relaxed, organised way to travel, one that fits perfectly with modern lifestyles.
A smarter way to travel for Mauritians
As Mauritians travel more frequently for leisure, business, or cruises, adopting smarter habits makes a real difference. Tax free shopping is not just a benefit for tourists; it is an advantage that locals can enjoy too, when they know how to use it properly. By planning ahead, shopping at authorised local stores, and choosing airport or cruise delivery, you turn everyday purchases into meaningful savings. That 15% off can be reallocated to your trip: an extra meal, an experience, or simply peace of mind knowing you made a smart choice.
Travel lighter, shop smarter
Planning your shopping before you travel is about spending better. It is about enjoying quality products, real savings, and a seamless experience that respects your time and comfort. So before your next departure, take a moment to plan. Shop tax free, enjoy a minimum of 15% off, choose hassle-free delivery, and travel with confidence. Because a well-prepared journey always feels lighter and more rewarding.
