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Residency · AfricaMauritius Golden Visa
A renewable two-year visa, introduced in 2026, for investors who commit at least USD 1 million to a qualifying Mauritian business within 12 months.
Decision summary
- What do you obtain?
- Mauritius Golden VisaRoute to citizenshipInvestors who invest at least USD 1 million within 12 months may apply for a permanent residence permit;
- What does your family invest?
- USD 1,000,000 in a qualifying sector, invested within 12 months of the visa being issued.
- What is additional?
- No processing fee for the Golden Visa. Accompanying domestic workers pay a Rs 700 work permit application fee plus the standard work permit fees.
- How long does it take?
- Five working days from the date a complete application is accepted.
- Must you travel or live there?
- No minimum stay is stated; the visa allows multiple entries.
- What is the main drawback?
- The initial source of income must be outside Mauritius, and funds must be transferred to a licensed Mauritian bank. Holders who want to work apply separately for an occupation permit.
- Family inclusion
- Spouse, Children · conditions apply
- Program status
- Operational
Overview
Mauritius introduced the Golden Visa in 2026 for high-net-worth individuals, investors and entrepreneurs. It is administered by the Economic Development Board (EDB) and issued by the Passport and Immigration Office.
Applicants give a written undertaking to invest at least USD 1 million in a qualifying sector within 12 months of the visa being issued. The visa is multi-entry, valid for up to two years and renewable.
Investors who complete the USD 1 million investment within 12 months may apply for a permanent residence permit. This is separate from the property route to residence in Mauritius.
Path to citizenship
Ordinary naturalisation rules only
Investors who invest at least USD 1 million within 12 months may apply for a permanent residence permit; citizenship is a separate 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 1,000,000, the minimum recorded investment, before fees and costs.
Investment pathways
- Investment pathway
- A written undertaking to invest in a qualifying business sector, such as financial services, fintech, ICT, tourism, manufacturing, healthcare, education, renewable energy or the blue economy.
- Minimum investment
- USD 1,000,000 in a qualifying sector, invested within 12 months of the visa being issued.
Checked against official programme sources
Family inclusion
Spouse
Named in the rule
Children
Named in the rule
Parents
Not 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
- Immediate dependants: spouse and children.
Checked against official programme sources
Application process
- 1Apply online through the EDB's National Electronic Licensing System with a business plan, insurance, proof of accommodation, a written USD 1 million investment undertaking and a bank statement showing that balance.
- 2The Economic Development Board makes a preliminary assessment and recommends applications that meet the criteria to the Passport and Immigration Office.
- 3The Passport and Immigration Office processes the application and issues the multi-entry Golden Visa, within five working days of a complete application, with no processing fee.
- 4Invest at least USD 1 million in a qualifying sector through a licensed Mauritian bank within 12 months of issue; the EDB monitors progress and may request evidence.
- 5Renew the visa, valid for up to two years, on expiry through the same system; failing to invest can lead to cancellation, revocation or non-renewal.
- 6Holders who complete the USD 1 million investment within 12 months may apply for a permanent residence permit.
Steps and timings can change; your advisor confirms the current process before you apply.
Indicative timelines
- Indicative processing timeframe
- Five working days from the date a complete application is accepted.
Checked against official programme sources
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 1,000,000
- Qualifying business investment (minimum)
- Known total so far
- USD 1,000,000
- 5 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
- Qualifying business investment (minimum)
- USD 1,000,000
- Estimated additional costs
- No processing fee for the Golden Visa. Accompanying domestic workers pay a Rs 700 work permit application fee plus the standard work permit fees.
- To be confirmed
- Government fees · Due diligence fees · Investment holding period
Checked against official programme sources
Residence requirements
- Residence requirements
- No minimum stay is stated; the visa allows multiple entries.
- Renewal requirements
- Valid for up to two years and renewable; failing to make the committed investment can lead to cancellation or non-renewal.
- Potential route to citizenship
- Investors who invest at least USD 1 million within 12 months may apply for a permanent residence permit; citizenship is a separate process.
Checked against official 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.
Recent changes
Mauritius publishes Golden Visa guidelines
A renewable two-year visa for investors who commit at least USD 1 million to a qualifying business within 12 months, with a five-working-day processing target.
Considerations, limitations and risks
Important restrictions
The initial source of income must be outside Mauritius, and funds must be transferred to a licensed Mauritian bank. Holders who want to work apply separately for an occupation permit.
- Published thresholds are not comprehensive costs; taxes, professional fees and dependant 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
- Legal basis
- Golden Visa Scheme Guidelines, Economic Development Board, August 2026.
- To be confirmed
- Nationality restrictions
Programme rules change; your advisor confirms every figure before you commit.
Frequently asked questions
How much do I need to invest for the Mauritius Golden Visa?
At least USD 1 million in a qualifying business sector, within 12 months of the visa being issued.
How long does the Mauritius Golden Visa take?
The Economic Development Board aims to process complete applications within five working days.
Does the Mauritius Golden Visa lead to permanent residence?
Yes. Investors who complete the USD 1 million investment within 12 months may apply for a permanent residence permit.
What is the minimum investment for Mauritius Golden Visa?
USD 1,000,000 in a qualifying sector, invested within 12 months of the visa being issued.
Can my family be included?
Immediate dependants: spouse and children.
Is there a minimum stay requirement for Mauritius Golden Visa?
No minimum stay is stated; the visa allows multiple entries.
How long does the process take?
Five working days from the date a complete application is accepted.
Does the Mauritius Golden Visa lead to citizenship?
Investors who invest at least USD 1 million within 12 months may apply for a permanent residence permit; citizenship is a separate 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.
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