Mauritius Golden Visa 2026: Requirements, investment, duration and path to permanent residence

The Golden Visa is the high-end investment-based residence scheme introduced under the 2026-2027 Budget. It is aimed at high-net-worth investors who wish to settle in Mauritius by committing significant capital to strategic sectors, with an accelerated route to permanent residence.

Here is the up-to-date guide.

1. What Is the Mauritius Golden Visa?

It is a residence title linked to a commitment to invest at least USD 1 million in priority sectors. The visa is issued on the recommendation of the Economic Development Board (EDB) and allows an initial stay of limited duration, renewable, with the possibility of applying for a Permanent Residence Permit once the investment has been made.

Unlike residence through property acquisition (USD 375,000 threshold under an EDB scheme), the Golden Visa is based on economic investment in targeted activities, not on the purchase of residential real estate.

2. Who can benefit?

The scheme targets high-net-worth profiles:

• Individual investors or families
• Entrepreneurs wishing to deploy a significant project in Mauritius
• Individuals with capital to invest in priority sectors

The spouse and dependent children are generally covered. Facilities also exist for accompanying domestic staff (accelerated processing of work permits).

3. Main requirements

Investment

• Commitment to invest at least USD 1 million within the first 12 months following the grant of the visa / arrival.
• The investment must be made in eligible (high-value / strategic) sectors, including in particular:
  • FinTech
  • Artificial intelligence
  • Biotechnology
  • Renewable energy
  • Global treasury / international financial services
  • Other priority sectors that may include technology, healthcare, the blue economy, creative industries, etc. (exact list to be confirmed with the EDB)

Important point: the purchase of residential real estate (even at USD 1 million or more) does not in principle count toward the Golden Visa threshold. The investment must be directed toward a qualifying economic activity.

Other conditions

• Evidence of resources and source of funds (strict KYC / AML)
• Complete application through EDB channels
• Written commitment to invest within the required timeframe

The application is often presented as free of charge and subject to relatively fast processing (short timelines mentioned in some official communications).

4. Duration and renewal

• Initial duration: up to 2 years, renewable
• Once the USD 1 million investment has been made and confirmed, the holder becomes eligible to apply for a Permanent Residence Permit (PR)

The Golden Visa is therefore not a permanent title in itself, but a gateway to permanent residence, subject to fulfilment of the investment commitment.

5. Advantages of the Golden Visa

• Access to a residence status for the holder and family
• Accelerated route to permanent residence once the investment is completed
• Tax regime similar to that applicable to Premium Visa holders (foreign income generally not taxed if not remitted, under the remittance principle)
• Possibility of acquiring residential property under EDB schemes (PDS, Smart City, etc.)
• Facilitated processing for accompanying domestic staff
• High-end positioning suited to large-scale projects

6. Limitations and points of attention

• The USD 1 million threshold is significantly higher than that for residence through property (USD 375,000) or the Investor Occupation Permit (around USD 100,000).
• The investment must be made in qualifying sectors; a passive placement or a simple property purchase is not sufficient.
• The initial visa is temporary (2 years); permanent residence is not automatic and must be applied for after the investment is completed.
• Exact conditions (sectors, accepted forms of investment, controls) are defined by the EDB and may evolve. Official validation of the investment project is essential.
• As with other statuses, tax residency and residence rights remain two distinct concepts.

7. Golden Visa vs Other Residence routes

8. Application process

Applications are processed through the EDB. The file typically includes:

• Commitment to invest USD 1 million within 12 months
• Proof of identity, resources and source of funds
• Presentation of the investment project in an eligible sector
• Family / dependant documents where applicable

Once the investment has been made and documented, the holder may proceed with the Permanent Residence Permit application.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Golden Visa in Mauritius

What is the minimum amount for the Mauritius Golden Visa?

USD 1 million to be invested within the first 12 months, in priority sectors defined by the EDB.

Does buying a villa for USD 1 million open the Golden Visa?

No. Residential property acquisition does not in principle count toward the Golden Visa threshold. It does, however, open standard residence from USD 375,000 under an approved scheme.

What is the duration of the Golden Visa?

Up to 2 years, renewable. Once the investment is completed, the holder may apply for permanent residence.

Does the Golden Visa automatically grant permanent residence?

No. It makes the holder eligible to apply for a Permanent Residence Permit once the USD 1 million investment has been confirmed.

Which sectors are eligible?

FinTech, AI, biotechnology, renewable energy, global treasury and other priority sectors. The exact list should be confirmed with the EDB.

Are the spouse and children covered?

Yes, in principle, subject to the conditions applicable to dependants.

Are you exploring a high-end investment and residence project in Mauritius?
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