Living in Mauritius
A premium and Lifestyle Destination.
About Mauritian Passport
Mauritius ranks 31st in the Henley Passport Index 2022, which ranks the world’s passports based on the number of destinations the holders can access without prior visa. The Mauritian passport allows access to 146 countries, making it one of the most attractive passport in the region. Japan and Singapore both rank 1st with an access to 192 countries.
Our Services to your Permits needs:
– Guidance of the category of permits depending on your needs and projects;
– Preparation of all the necessary documents and submission to the relevant authorities in Mauritius for the application of permits;
– Accompany you to Economic Development Board (EDB) to finalize the application for obtaining the required permits;
– Accompany you for property visit for either rental or acquisition of a property in Mauritius;
– Assistance for pets’ relocation, buying or car rental, schooling of children, insurance, opening of a personal bank account, filing of personal tax declaration, amongst others;
– Advisory and setting up of a Mauritian entity, where applicable; and
– Administration and accounting services to the Mauritian entity, where applicable.
Why staying in Mauritius?
Ranked among the world’s most beautiful tourist destinations, Mauritius is a perfect destination for expatriates wishing to live, work or invest in the island.
– Safe living environment
– Year-round pleasant climate
– Political and social stability
– Attractive tax system
– State-of-the art private clinics
– International education system
– Ease of doing business
– Idyllic lifestyle (Heavenly beach with turquoise water, golf, deep sea fishing, diving, kitesurfing…)
Moving to Mauritius with an Occupation Permit (OP)
1. Occupation Permit – Investor.
Whether you wish to set up a company in Mauritius to conduct activities locally or internationally or invest in an existing company and to live in Mauritius with your family, you will need an OP as investor to do so.
a. Set up an entity in Mauritius to conduct activities locally or internationally
– Initial investment of USD 50,000
– Annual gross income of MUR 4 million (≈ USD 91,450) as from 3rd year of registration for renewal of OP as Investor
b. For existing business in Mauritius
– Net value asset of at least USD 50,000
– Cumulative turnover of at least MUR 12 million (≈ USD 274,300) for the last 3 years
– Annual gross income MUR 4 million (≈ USD 91,450) as from 3rd year of registration for renewal
c. Investor intending to bring high-tech machinery and equipment
– Initial investment USD 50,000 [USD 25,000 in bank account and USD 25,000 value of high-tech machines and equipment]
d. Foreign nationals wishing to invest in an innovative project
– No investment
– Operational expenditure during research phase constitute at least 20% R&D
– Conducting R&D in qualifying sectors including but not limited to life and health sciences, technology, ICT, fintech, biotechnology, nano technology, light manufacturing, pharmaceuticals and design.
2. Occupation Permit – Self-employed.
Whether you wish to set up a company in Mauritius to conduct activities locally or internationally or invest in an existing company and to live in Mauritius with your family, you will need an OP as investor to do so.
Moving to Mauritius with a Residential Permit (RP)
1. Occupation Permit – Investor.
– Foreign nationals aged 50 years or above.
– Monthly transfer of at least USD 1,500.
– Validity: 10 years, renewable.
2. Residence Permit under Property Acquisition.
With property investment and purchase, you can get a residence permit for you and your family.
You can buy a property in Mauritius for a minimum of USD 375,000 in a real estate project under one of the available schemes:
– Integrated Resort Scheme (IRS)
– Real Estate Scheme (RES)
– Property Development Scheme (PDS)
– Smart City Scheme (SCS)
– Ground +2 Apartments
The Residence Permit is valid as long as you own the property.
3. Residence Permit as Dependents.
The Dependents of an OP or RP holder are eligible for a residence permit in Mauritius. Dependents are defined as spouse (including Common Law Partner of the opposite sex), parents, and dependent children including stepchildren or lawfully adopted children who are unmarried and not engaged in any gainful activity.