Mauritius Residency 2026
Programme Overview
Mauritius offers 7 pathways to residency: US$1M Golden Visa (5-day processing), US$375K property schemes (20-year residence), US$50K occupation permit (entrepreneurs/remote workers), US$40K retirement permit (age 50+), or US$270 premium visa (1-year test). Africa's safest country with 15% flat tax, pristine beaches, and world-class resorts.
Mauritius has established itself as Africa's premier international financial centre and a globally recognized jurisdiction for wealth management, holding companies, and Africa-focused investment. The island nation offers multiple residency-by-investment pathways ranging from the $375,000 Premium Visa property purchase to the $500,000+ Occupation Permit for business owners and retirees. Mauritius combines genuine lifestyle appeal—pristine beaches, tropical climate, English-speaking population—with sophisticated financial infrastructure, extensive double tax treaty network, and political stability rare in the African context. The tax regime is exceptionally competitive: 15% flat income tax with no capital gains tax, wealth tax, or inheritance tax, plus generous foreign tax credits. After 10 years of residency, permanent residence is available, though citizenship requires 15+ years. For investors seeking African market access, tax efficiency, and genuine quality of life in an English-speaking common law jurisdiction, Mauritius delivers remarkable value.
Fund Your Mauritius Investment with a Lombard Loan
Instead of liquidating your portfolio to fund the From $270 Mauritius investment, use your existing assets as collateral and keep your money working for you.
Traditional: Liquidate Assets
- ✗Sell From $270 from your portfolio
- ✗Trigger capital gains tax (up to 20%)
- ✗Lose years of compound growth
- ✗After 10 years: $583
Lombard Loan: Keep Your Portfolio
- Borrow From $270 against $540 collateral
- No capital gains event triggered
- Portfolio continues growing at ~8%
- After 10 years: $1,071
10-Year Wealth Projection
Investment Options
Key Benefits
Eligibility Requirements
Application Timeline
Business Plan & Due Diligence
1-2 monthsPrepare investment plan, gather documentation, submit to Economic Development Board
Application Processing
5 working daysEDB reviews application and immigration conducts background checks (target timeline)
Visa Issuance
1-2 weeksReceive multiple-entry visa valid for up to 2 years
Investment Deployment
Within 12 monthsDeploy US$1M into qualifying business venture as per approved plan
Family Inclusion
- •Spouse
- •Dependent children
- •Immediate family members eligible
- •Family members receive same visa duration
- •Additional fees apply for dependents
Taxation
Mauritius residents (183+ days/year) pay 15% flat income tax. No capital gains tax, inheritance tax, or wealth tax. Foreign income remitted to Mauritius is tax-exempt if already taxed elsewhere. Foreign card spending in Mauritius is tax-free. 46 tax treaties prevent double taxation. Corporate tax: 15% (3% for export-oriented companies).
Residency Requirements
Multiple-entry visa valid for up to 2 years. Renewal requires fresh application. No minimum annual stay requirement specified for visa maintenance. To become tax resident: 183+ days per year in Mauritius.
Path to Citizenship
Mauritius citizenship after 7 years continuous residence (5 years for Commonwealth nationals). Most pathways eligible except Premium Visa. Property schemes (PDS/IHS/Smart City) and Occupation Permit offer direct paths. Golden Visa requires conversion to residence permit first. Dual citizenship allowed.
Costs & Fees
Approved development property
Application and permit fees
Property registration duty
Legal and immigration advisory
Is Mauritius Right for You?
Ideal For
- Investors seeking Africa market access
- Remote workers wanting tropical lifestyle
- Retirees seeking low-tax warm climate
- Business owners wanting holding company jurisdiction
- Families seeking safe English-speaking destination
Consider Alternatives If
- •Those seeking EU or US residency
- •Investors wanting quick citizenship (15+ years)
- •Those needing strong passport immediately
- •Budget investors (property minimum $375K)
- •Those wanting major city metropolitan lifestyle
Alternative Programmes to Consider
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Ready to Begin Your Journey?
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