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Residency · AfricaMauritius Residence through Property or Investment
Residence in Mauritius for buyers of approved property above USD 375,000, and permanent residence for qualifying business investors.
- Investment from
- USD 375,000
- Processing
- To confirm
- Family
- Spouse, Children, Parents
- Stay required
- To confirm
Decision summary
- What do you obtain?
- Mauritius Residence through Property or InvestmentRoute to citizenshipPermanent residence for as long as the property is owned;
- What does your family invest?
- More than USD 375,000 in approved property, or at least USD 375,000 in a qualifying business activity.
- What is additional?
- Information pending verification
- How long does it take?
- Information pending verification
- Must you travel or live there?
- Information pending verification
- What is the main drawback?
- The property must be kept, bought with funds transferred into Mauritius; a certificate of morality and a medical certificate are required.
- Family inclusion
- Spouse, Children, Parents · conditions apply
- Program status
- Operational
Overview
Foreigners who buy a qualifying residential property of more than USD 375,000 under the Property Development Scheme (or the Smart City Scheme) can obtain a residence permit for as long as they own it.
A separate route offers a permanent residence permit to investors of at least USD 375,000 in a qualifying business activity.
Mauritius also has occupation permits for professionals, investors and retirees.
Path to citizenship
Ordinary naturalisation rules only
Permanent residence for as long as the property is owned; citizenship is a separate, stricter process.
See every residency route to citizenship →Who this program may not suit
Taken from the facts recorded on this page. It may not suit you if:
- Your budget is below USD 375,000, the minimum recorded investment, before fees and costs.
Investment pathways
- Investment pathway
- Purchase of approved property under the Property Development or Smart City schemes, or a qualifying business investment.
- Minimum investment
- More than USD 375,000 in approved property, or at least USD 375,000 in a qualifying business activity.
From published programme sources
Family inclusion
Spouse
Named in the rule
Children
Named in the rule
Parents
Named in the rule
Siblings
Not named in the rule
Ages, dependency and other conditions are in the rule below; confirm them for each family member.
- Eligible dependents
- Spouse or partner, parents and dependent children up to age 24.
From published programme sources
Application process
- 1Choose a home in an EDB-approved IRS, RES or PDS project; a residence permit is available only if the property is worth more than USD 375,000.
- 2The developer or your representative files the purchase application with the Economic Development Board, with your KYC documents and a non-refundable MUR 25,000 fee; only complete files are processed.
- 3Pay the price in foreign currency through the notary's account, in instalments for off-plan purchases, and sign the deed of sale.
- 4The notary registers the deed with the Registrar-General within eight days and pays registration duty; the developer then sends the EDB a notary certificate confirming registration.
- 5Apply in hard copy to the EDB for the residence permit, with certified passports and birth certificates, photos, medical and police certificates under six months old, and the notary certificate.
Steps and timings can change; your advisor confirms the current process before you apply.
Investment and fees
Qualifying investment amounts and government fees are always shown separately. We do not publish single "total price" figures, as the total depends on family composition and circumstances.
Estimate for your family
- Investment for your family
- USD 375,000
- Approved property (more than)
- Known total so far
- USD 375,000
- 6 cost items not yet included
Children are counted as 10 and parents as 60 unless you enter ages in the calculator. Full breakdown and ages
Qualifying investment
- Approved property (more than)
- USD 375,000
- To be confirmed
- Government fees · Due diligence fees · Estimated additional costs · Investment holding period
From published programme sources
Residence requirements
- Renewal requirements
- The property-based permit lasts while the property is owned.
- Potential route to citizenship
- Permanent residence for as long as the property is owned; citizenship is a separate, stricter process.
- To be confirmed
- Residence requirements
From published programme sources
Due diligence and documentation
Applicants and included dependants undergo background and source-of-funds checks by the relevant authority. Documentation requirements are confirmed during preparation — no documents are needed for an initial consultation.
Considerations, limitations and risks
Important restrictions
The property must be kept, bought with funds transferred into Mauritius; a certificate of morality and a medical certificate are required.
- Published entry thresholds are not comprehensive costs; taxes, professional fees and dependent charges may apply.
- Immigration law, visa access and naturalisation rules can change without notice.
- Individual eligibility depends on nationality, financial background, due diligence and program-specific criteria.
Status and authority
- Operational status
- Operational
- Official government authority
- Economic Development Board, Mauritius
- To be confirmed
- Legal basis · Nationality restrictions
Programme rules change; your advisor confirms every figure before you commit.
Frequently asked questions
Does buying property in Mauritius give residence?
Yes, for qualifying property of more than USD 375,000 under the approved schemes; the permit lasts while you own it.
What is the minimum investment for Mauritius Residence through Property or Investment?
More than USD 375,000 in approved property, or at least USD 375,000 in a qualifying business activity.
Can my family be included?
Spouse or partner, parents and dependent children up to age 24.
How long does the process take?
Timeframes depend on the authority and the completeness of your application. An advisor can provide current guidance.
Does the Mauritius Residence through Property or Investment lead to citizenship?
Permanent residence for as long as the property is owned; citizenship is a separate, stricter process.
Is approval guaranteed?
No. Every application is decided by the government concerned after due diligence, and requirements can change.
Discuss Mauritius with an advisor.
Share your objectives in confidence. An advisor will outline the options that may be relevant to your family and circumstances.