Relocate to Mauritius
Your guide to moving to Mauritius
Mauritius offers a range of residency permits for investors, professionals, self-employed individuals and retirees. Each permit has its own eligibility criteria, financial requirements and application process.
Investor Occupation Permit
For entrepreneurs and investors establishing or investing in a business in Mauritius.
Professional Occupation Permit
For professionals employed by a company in Mauritius.
Self-Employed Occupation Permit
For self-employed individuals providing professional services in Mauritius.
Retired Non-Citizen Permit
For retirees choosing Mauritius as their retirement destination.
Premium Visa
For non-citizens who wish to live in Mauritius for up to 10 years without being employed locally. Suitable for remote workers, retirees and investors.
Permanent Residence Permit
For individuals who have held an Occupation Permit for at least 5 years.
Property-Linked Residence
For non-citizens who purchase residential property in approved developments. The property investment qualifies the buyer for a residence permit.
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Investor Occupation Permit
For entrepreneurs and investors establishing or investing in a business in Mauritius.
- Eligibility
- Minimum investment of USD 100,000 in a qualifying business
- Financial requirements
- Proof of investment funds and business plan
- Documents
- Passport, business plan, proof of investment, police clearance
- Timeline
- 4-8 weeks from complete application. Timelines are approximate; ultimate discretion rests with the local authorities.
- Dependants
- Spouse and children under 25
- Renewal
- Every 3 years, subject to business viability
- How AcuFin assists
- Full application preparation, EDB liaison, business plan review, banking setup, tax-residence registration, dependant permit coordination
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Professional Occupation Permit
For professionals employed by a company in Mauritius.
- Eligibility
- Minimum monthly salary of at least Rs 30,000
- Financial requirements
- Employment contract with Mauritian entity
- Documents
- Passport, employment contract, qualifications, police clearance
- Timeline
- 4-6 weeks from complete application. Timelines are approximate; ultimate discretion rests with the local authorities.
- Dependants
- Spouse and children under 25
- Renewal
- Every 3 years, subject to continued employment
- How AcuFin assists
- Application preparation, EDB liaison, banking setup, tax-residence registration
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Self-Employed Occupation Permit
For self-employed individuals providing professional services in Mauritius.
- Eligibility
- A minimum investment of $100,000 is required in a professional activity, together with two letters of intent from potential clients
- Financial requirements
- Proof of investment funds and business plan
- Documents
- Passport, professional qualifications, proof of income, police clearance
- Timeline
- 4-8 weeks from complete application. Timelines are approximate; ultimate discretion rests with the local authorities.
- Dependants
- Spouse and children under 25
- Renewal
- Every 3 years, subject to continued activity
- How AcuFin assists
- Application preparation, self-employment structuring, EDB liaison, banking setup
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Retired Non-Citizen Permit
For retirees choosing Mauritius as their retirement destination.
- Eligibility
- Transfer of at least USD 2,000 per month to Mauritius
- Financial requirements
- Proof of pension or investment income of USD 2,000+ per month
- Documents
- Passport, proof of income, police clearance, health insurance
- Timeline
- 4-6 weeks from complete application. Timelines are approximate; ultimate discretion rests with the local authorities.
- Dependants
- Spouse
- Renewal
- Every 10 years
- How AcuFin assists
- Application preparation, income verification, Passport Office liaison, banking and health insurance setup
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Permanent Residence Permit
For individuals who have held an Occupation Permit for at least 5 years.
- Eligibility
- 5+ years on Occupation Permit; minimum investment or income thresholds
- Financial requirements
- Proof of continued investment or income
- Documents
- Passport, Occupation Permit history, proof of investment/income, police clearance
- Timeline
- 8-12 weeks from complete application. Timelines are approximate; ultimate discretion rests with the local authorities.
- Dependants
- Spouse and children under 25
- Renewal
- 10-year permit, renewable
- How AcuFin assists
- Application preparation, Passport Office liaison, follow-up through to approval
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Property-Linked Residence
For non-citizens who purchase residential property in approved developments. The property investment qualifies the buyer for a residence permit.
- Eligibility
- Purchase of residential property worth USD 375,000 or more in an approved property development
- Financial requirements
- Proof of property purchase (title deed or contract), proof of funds
- Documents
- Passport, title deed or sale agreement, proof of funds, police clearance
- Timeline
- 4-8 weeks from complete application. Timelines are approximate; ultimate discretion rests with the local authorities.
- Dependants
- Spouse and children under 25
- Renewal
- 10-year permit, renewable as long as property is retained
- How AcuFin assists
- Property due diligence, application preparation, EDB liaison, tax structuring for property income
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