Option 1 – Investor USD 50,000

• Initial investment of USD 50,000 or equivalent in freely convertible currency.
• Proof of funds via a certified bank statement and a written commitment to transfer the funds to Mauritius within 60 days of permit issuance.
• Minimum turnover from year 1: 1.5 million MUR.
• Cumulative turnover over 5 years: 20 million MUR.
• Renewal from year 6: minimum annual turnover of 5 million MUR.

Option 2 – Investor USD 100,000

• Initial investment of USD 100,000 or equivalent.
• Proof of funds and transfer commitment as for Option 1.
• Minimum turnover from year 1: 1 million MUR.
• Cumulative turnover over 5 years: 15 million MUR.
• Renewal from year 6: minimum annual turnover of 5 million MUR.

Option 3 – Investors for Innovative Start-Ups

• Submission of an innovative project to the EDB or registration with an incubator accredited by the Mauritius Research and Innovation Council.
• Renewal conditions are determined by the EDB CEO.

Duration and Renewal

The Investor Occupation Permit is issued for a maximum period of 10 years, renewable according to the established criteria for each option.

Key Changes in 2025

• Reduced permit duration: 5 years instead of 10.
• Two distinct pathways: choose between a lower investment with higher targets or a larger investment with more accessible thresholds.
• Cumulative turnover (5 years): 20 million MUR.
• Main criterion: meeting the turnover targets remains the primary condition for obtaining and renewing the permit.