WORK – LIVE – PLAY IN MAURITIUS
Renowned for its unparalleled "work, live, play" lifestyle, Mauritius is an ideal destination for investors and families alike. Explore our summary of available visas and residency permits below.
To make your move effortless, RE/MAX 24 provides end-to-end permit application assistance, guaranteeing a smooth investment and relocation process.
VISA'S
These VISA's are granted at the airport to passport holders from VISA exempt countries. Upon entry, you simply state the purpose of your visit. You will need to produce your return ticket and confirmation of your accommodation for the duration of your stay.
• TOURIST VISA
Upon arrival your passport is stamped accordingly and the visa is issued, and valid for a maximum period up to 60 days with the possibility of a maximum 30-day extension.
• BUSINESS VISA
Also issued upon arrival, with your passport stamped accordingly. It does NOT not allow remunerated work activities to be conducted while in Mauritius. It allows you to attend conferences, seminars, training, and meetings. A business visa may be issued for up to 120 days per calendar year.
PERMITS
• RESIDENCE PERMITS
There are two types of residence permits available which allow you to reside here, (but not to work). Each of these permits is granted to the permit holder, with spouses / opposite sex common law partners and children under the age of 24 qualifying for dependent residence permits.
a. PROPERTY ACQUISITION
To qualify for the residence permit through property acquisition, you are required to purchase a property of at least USD 375,000 in one of the approved schemes (IRS / RES or PDS / in a G+2 development). The permit is valid for the duration of your ownership of the fixed property.
Visit: https://residency.mu/acquire/
b. RETIREMENT
Foreign nationals, over the age of 50 years, may choose to retire in Mauritius under a Residence Permit. The permit is valid for a period of 10 years. To qualify for this residency permit a transfer of at least USD 2 000 monthly or a sum by instalments amounting to at least USD 24,000 annually is required.
Visit: https://residency.mu/retire/retired-non-citizen-50-years/
• OCCUPATION PERMITS
A combined work and residence permit, which allows foreign national permit holders to work and live in Mauritius under one of 3 categories. Each of these permits is granted to the permit holder, with spouses / opposite sex common law partners and children under the age of 24 qualifying for dependent residence permits.
Visit: https://residency.mu/work/professional-employed-in-mauritius-by-a-multinational-or-a-local-company/
a. INVESTOR
The permit has a period of 10 years renewable. An Investor should make an initial transfer of USD 100,000 to be able to qualify for the permit. The minimum annual turnover should be MUR 8 Million as from 5 years of registration.
Visit: https://residency.mu/invest/investment-of-usd-100000/
b. PROFESSIONAL
The permit may be for a period of 10 years or as per the duration of the contract of employment. The professional should earn a basic monthly salary of at least MUR 50,000 (certain industries have exceptions and a lower salary is acceptable).
Visit: https://residency.mu/work/professional-employed-in-mauritius-by-a-multinational-or-a-local-company/
c. SELF-EMPLOYED
Permit is valid for a period of 10 years renewable. A Self-Employed individual should make an minimum investment of USD 50,000 to qualify for the permit. The minimum annual turnover should be MUR 3 million as from 5th year of registration.
Visit: http://residency.mu/invest/self-employed-entrepreneurs/
All permits are subject to approval by the Economic Development Board.
Disclaimer: This information serves as a general guide and is subject to change per government rules and regulations. RE/MAX 24 does not provide tax, legal, or financial advice. We recommend consulting a certified professional for advice tailored to your personal situation.