MAURITIUS PERMITS & VISAS
“As a relocation specialist in Mauritius, I deal with various clients from several different places around the world. It’s always nice to meet people from different places and cultures, but the common thread between them all is that everyone is looking at Mauritius as their new home.
The good thing is that for most people, relocation to Mauritius is a viable option. The Government of Mauritius, in conjunction with the Economic Development Board, have created a number of different permit categories to fit most ages and professions. It’s just a matter of finding which one will work for you.
If you have questions or would you’d like more information on the permit options that suit your specific situation, you are welcome to contact me to schedule a complimentary call.”
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Candice
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Guest Writer - Candice Thompson
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MAURITIUS INVESTOR PERMIT
Duration: 10 years, renewable
Minimum Investment: USD 50,000
Turnover Requirement: MUR 4 million annually
The Investor Occupation Permit is linked to individuals who incorporate either a Global Business Licensed or Domestic Company in Mauritius. Once the company is incorporated and the company’s bank account is open, the individual may apply for an Investor Occupation Permit.
The Investor Occupation Permit is valid for 10 years, renewable and requires an initial investment of USD 50,000 into the company’s bank account in Mauritius. As from the third year of registration, the company is required to achieve a minimum turnover of MUR 4 million per annum.
Alternatively, an applicant can apply for an Investor Occupation Permit through an existing company with a Net Asset Value of at least USD 50,000 and a cumulative turnover of at least MUR 12 million for the 3 years preceding the application.
Required Documents:
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Detailed Business Plan
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Certificate of Incorporation
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Register of Shareholders and Directors
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Business Registration Card (If applicable)
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GBL Certificate or similar (If applicable)
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Unabridged Birth Certificate
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Passport
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Recent Passport-sized Photo
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Investment Evidence*
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Recent Medical Certificate*
*Only required after Approval in Principle
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SELF-EMPLOYED PERMIT
Duration: 10 years, renewable
Minimum Investment: USD 35,000
Turnover Requirement: MUR 800,000 annually
The Self-employed Occupation Permit is targeted at individuals who are able to work on a freelance basis within the services sector, allowing the bearer the opportunity to provide professional services to both local and international clients.
The Self-employed Occupation Permit is valid for 10 years, renewable and requires an initial investment of USD 35,000 into your bank account in Mauritius. As from the third year of registration, you are required to achieve a minimum turnover of MUR 800,000 per annum.
Although the Self-Employed Permit is intended for professionals operating a one-person business activity, the employment of one local administrative staff member is allowed.
Required Documents:
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Detailed Business Plan and Financial Forecast
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Two Letters of Intent
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Recent Curriculum Vitae or Resume
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Academic or Professional Qualifications
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Unabridged Birth Certificate
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Passport
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Recent Passport-sized Photo
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Business Registration Card*
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Investment Evidence*
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Recent Medical Certificate*
*Only required after Approval in Principle
RETIREMENT PERMIT
Duration: 10 years, renewable
Minimum Investment: USD 2,500
Income Requirement: USD 1,500 per month or USD 18,000 annually
The Retired Non-Citizen Permit is aimed at retirees aged 50 and over and is valid for ten years, renewable. The bearer is required to transfer a monthly amount of USD 1,500 (or an aggregate of USD 18,000 per annum) into their account in Mauritius, which they can use to meet their living expenses and monthly costs.
Funds transferred into Mauritius while on a Retirement Permit are not taxable, however the retiree will be required to provide information to the Mauritius Revenue Authority on any other tax residency that (s)he may hold, in line with the prevailing Common Reporting Standard (CRS) adopted by the Republic of Mauritius.
Required Documents:
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Recent Police Clearance Certificate or Certificate of Morality / Character
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Unabridged Birth Certificate
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Marriage Certificate
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Passport
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Recent Passport-sized Photo
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Funds Transfer Evidence*
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Recent Medical Certificate*
*Only required after Approval in Principle
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PROFESSIONAL PERMIT
Duration: 3 to 10 years, renewable
Minimum Salary: MUR 60,000 per month (MUR 30,000 per month in certain sectors)
The Professional Occupation Permit is aimed at professionals intending to work in Mauritius for a company incorporated locally. The permit is valid from three to ten years, limited to the length of the contact of employment, and is renewable as long as the minimum salary requirement is met.
The Professional Occupation Permit is applied for by the company intending to hire the expatriate and the applicant needs to be accompanied by a company representative when attending their Economic Development Board appointment.
Holders of a Professional Occupation Permit are permitted to hold shares in a company where they are employed, provided that they are the minimum shareholder. They may additionally invest in any other business, as long as they are not employed in that business, manage it in any way or derive a salary from it.
Required Documents:
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Detailed Business Plan
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Certificate of Incorporation
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Register of Shareholders and Directors
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Business Registration Card (If applicable)
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GBL Certificate or similar (If applicable)
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Contract of Employment and detailed Job Description
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Recent Curriculum Vitae or Resume
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Academic or Professional Qualifications
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Unabridged Birth Certificate
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Passport
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Recent Passport-sized Photo
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Recent Medical Certificate*
*Only required after Approval in Principle
YOUNG PROFESSIONAL
Duration: 3 years
The Young Professional Occupation Permit (YPOP) is aimed at young professionals who have completed their studies at a Mauritian tertiary institution. The YPOP is limited to a maximum of three years, based on the contract of employment, and is not renewable. There is also no minimum salary requirement for a YPOP. Should a company be interested in employing the expatriate after the end of the YPOP, then a normal Professional Occupation Permit may be applied for.
Like with the Professional Occupation Permit, the application is made by the company intending to hire the expatriate and the applicant needs to be accompanied by a company representative when attending their Economic Development Board appointment.
Only applicants in the following fields are eligible to apply for a YPOP: Artificial Intelligence, Biotechnology, Fintech, Robotics, Financial Services, and Information Technology.
Required Documents:
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Detailed Business Plan
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Certificate of Incorporation
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Register of Shareholders and Directors
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Business Registration Card (If applicable)
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GBL Certificate or similar (If applicable)
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Contract of Employment and detailed Job Description
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Degree Certificate / Attestation from a Mauritian Tertiary Institution
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Unabridged Birth Certificate
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Passport
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Recent Passport-sized Photo
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Recent Medical Certificate*
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Valid Student Visa*
*Only required after Approval in Principle
PREMIUM VISA
Duration: 1 year, renewable
Monthly Requirement: USD 1,500 per adult and USD 500 per child
The Premium Visa is a remote working visa aimed at those expatriates who would like to experience Mauritius without making a permanent move. The Premium Visa is valid for 1 year and is renewable each year.
The Premium Visa is very quick and has no processing fee. The application is submitted online and the approval comes via email. In order to qualify for a Premium Visa, the applicant needs to show proof of monthly incoming funds of USD 1,500 per adult and USD 500 per child, which can be used to meet living expenses and monthly costs while in Mauritius.
Required Documents:
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Passport
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Air Ticket (Including Return Ticket)
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Recent Passport-sized Photo
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Accommodation Booking
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Adequate Travel / Health Insurance
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Marriage Certificate
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Proof of Funds
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