The different types of entry visa for Mauritius

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Depending on his citizenship, a foreigner may reside in Mauritius between 2 to 6 months with a tourist visa. On the other hand, with a business visa the stay is valid only for a maximum duration of 3 months. What are the different types of entry visa for Mauritius and their specs? It is noteworthy that foreigners coming from the Euro Zone are exempted from entry visa on Mauritian territory if their stay duration is less than 60 days as tourists and 90 days as businessmen.

Tourist visa
Required documents:

  • Original passport valid 6 months after the expected return date
  • Duly filled and signed visa application forms
  • 2 passport-sized photos (35mm large and 45mm wide)
  • Photocopy of data pages within the traveller’s passport; and a photocopy of the residence/re-Entry visa with three months validity, where applicable
  • Travel agency’s pledge or a valid return or onward ticket to the country of origin or residence.
  • A confirmed booking from an accommodation provider – for example, a booking at a hotel. If the person travelling is being sponsored by a Mauritian citizen, evidence of sponsorship must be produced, stating their name, address, profession, relationship, national identity card number and telephone number
  • Sufficient funds to meet the costs of stay (US$100 per night)
  • A pledge not to engage in any profit-making activities

Business visa
Required documents:

  • Original passport valid 6 months after the expected return date
  • Duly filled and signed visa application forms
  • Photocopy of data pages within the traveller’s passport; and a photocopy of the residence/re-Entry visa with three months validity, where applicable
  • Travel agency’s pledge or a valid return or onward ticket to the country of origin or residence
  • A confirmed booking from an accommodation provider – for example, a booking at a hotel. If the person travelling is being sponsored by a Mauritian citizen, evidence of sponsorship must be produced, stating their name, address, profession, relationship, national identity card number and telephone number.
  • Sufficient funds to meet the costs of stay (US$100 per night)
  • Invitation letter from Mauritian correspondent
  • Engagement letter issued by the foreign company

Investor’s permit
A foreigner wishing to launch a business or exercise a liberal profession (consultant, doctor, lawyer, notary etc.) in Mauritius qualifies for a Mauritian residence permit valid for 3 years, and which may be renewed provided that he fulfills all criteria imposed by the Mauritian authorities.

Required criteria
Liberal professions

  • Initial investment of 30 000 USD
  • Annual turnover superior to Rs. 600 000 justifying that his business is profitable and sustainable

Launching a company

  • According to Mauritian Law, since 2002, a foreigner is authorized to launch a 100% foreign owned with no minimum capital in Mauritius
  • Minimum initial investment of 100 000 USD, excluding property acquisition
  • Annual turnover superior to Rs.4 million (approx. 100 000 €)
  • The residence permit delivered by the Board of Investment is valid for 3 years, and may be renewed for a period of 10 years (provided that all criteria are met)

Retire in Mauritius
Thanks to its numerous advantages (low taxation, purchasing power, tropical climate, political and economic stability), Mauritius remains a prime destination for foreign retirees.

Requirements for residence permits for retirees

  • The retiree must be 50 years old minimum
  • Justify a minimum amount of 40 000 USD (approx. 31 000€) obtained outside Mauritius
  • Justify an annual bank transfer of 40 000 USD (approx. 31 000€) on a Mauritian bank account Property acquisition is not compulsory to obtain a retiree Mauritian Permit
  • The permit is valid for a period of 10 years
  • The permit is valid for the applicant and his spouse
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