The Mauritius Residence by Investment Program

Mauritius is known for its pleasant tropical climate, multiculturalism, and spectacular living environments, but its dynamic economy, attractive tax regimes, and competitive business landscape have bolstered the country’s global stature and are attracting high-net-worth individuals and families from around the globe. For those who wish to reside in this island nation, the Mauritius Residence by Investment Program is the most efficient way to acquire such status.

Benefits of the Mauritius Residence by Investment Program

• Residence applicable to the whole family — including a spouse or common law partner, parents, and natural, step-, or adopted children of any age who are fully dependent on the main applicant, unmarried, and who should not engage in any employment in Mauritius without a valid work or occupation permit
• Safe, secure environment with tropical climate year-round
• International schools and universities
• Political, social, and economic stability
• Among the top 20 countries in the world for ease of doing business
• Sophisticated, transparent, and well-regulated international financial center

Requirements of residence by investment in Mauritius

The Mauritius Residence by Investment Program requires foreign investors to choose one of the qualifying options from the categories listed below:

1. Property acquisition

   
   Purchase residential real estate with a minimum value of USD 375,000 in one of the following real estate projects:

   • Integrated Resort Scheme (IRS): Large properties (villas, townhouses, penthouses) on land over 10 hectares
   • Real Estate Scheme (RES): Smaller units on freehold land under 10 hectares
   • Property Development Scheme (PDS): Projects with social and environmental benefits, under strict regulations
   • Invest Hotel Scheme (IHS): New or existing hotel units, where the investor can live for 45 days in any 12-month period
   • Smart City Scheme (SCS): Sustainable spaces with energy, water, and modern transport solutions
   • Ground +2 Apartment Scheme (G+2): Apartments in developments with at least two levels above ground
2. Investor permit

   
   Make a minimum investment of USD 50,000 in a business activity

3. Retirement permit (aged 50 years and above)

   
   Choose one of the following options:

   • Capital transfer of USD 1,500 per month or USD 18,000 per year; or
   • Acquire a residential unit (no minimum acquisition price) or life rights to a residential unit in an approved senior living property development scheme
4. Self-employed permit

   
   Invest a minimum of USD 35,000 in a professional activity and provide two letters of intent from potential clients

5. Occupation permit

   
   Secure employment in Mauritius through a contract of employment with a minimum monthly basic salary of MUR 30,000

Procedures for the Mauritian Residence by Investment Program

Applications to the program must be made through the prescribed forms and must be accompanied by the appropriate fees. Supporting documents including a recent certificate of morality and a recent medical certificate from the applicant stating that they are free of contagious diseases are also applicable.

The real estate investment must be maintained for the duration of the residence permit and must be financed from outside funds transferred to Mauritius through a bank recognized by the Bank of Mauritius.

After initial due diligence checks have been conducted, the applicant may choose their preferred property. Once approval in principle has been granted and the applicant has fulfilled the investment, the application for residence can be submitted to the Economic Development Board of the Republic of Mauritius. Following successful due diligence checks, the applicant (and included family members) receives a Mauritian residence permit.

Dependents include spouses or partners, parents, and unmarried, financially dependent children (including stepchildren and adopted children) of any age who are not gainfully occupied.