Mauritius Golden Visa & Residency by Investment

Mauritius Residency by Investment Program

Citizenship in Mauritius is possible through investment of $375,000 into real estate and following a period of residency. The period of residency required is 7 years or 5 years for nationals of a commonwealth country. The residency period can be reduced to 2 years following an increased investment level of $500,000.

The program itself is not overly expensive and compares favourably with alternatives in Europe. The key however is that this is not a direct citizenship by investment program. Unlike the Caribbean programs it requires a period of permanent residency prior to citizenship. However for those looking at residing and relocating to Mauritius then such terms may well be of interest.

Mauritius passport holders already enjoy visa free access to the UK and Schengen zone countries.

Mauritius Golden Visa

In May 2026, Mauritius announced plans to launch a new Mauritius Golden Visa program designed to attract high-net-worth international investors. The proposed residency-by-investment program would position Mauritius as a fast and attractive option for global families seeking residency, tax efficiency and a stable international lifestyle.

Proposed Mauritius Golden Visa Highlights

• Minimum investment requirement of US$1 million.
• Fast-track processing expected in as little as 5 working days.
• Residence visas for the main applicant and immediate family members.
• Renewable multiple-entry residency status.
• Expected cap of approximately 100 applicants per year.
• Investment must be completed within 12 months of arrival.
• Eligible sectors include fintech, artificial intelligence, biotechnology, renewable energy and global treasury.
• Genuine commercial investment model rather than a government donation.
• Investors retain ownership of their capital, with the potential to recover the investment in the future.

The program has already received Cabinet approval but is not yet officially open. La Vida are monitoring developments closely.

Mauritius Permanent Residency

For those considering a real estate investment route, the Mauritius Permanent Residency program is a well-established option, having been in place for several years. A minimum investment of $375,000 into approved real estate grants a long-term, renewable permit giving investors and their families the right to live on the island.

The program is well suited to those looking to genuinely relocate – whether for lifestyle, family, or international business purposes – and serves as the foundation for the pathway to Mauritian citizenship

Mauritius Passport Ranking & Strength

Mauritius holds Africa’s highest ranking passport, with visa-free access to 159 countries worldwide. This covers 61.9% of the world’s GDP, and overall ranks 47th in La Vida’s 2024 global passport rankings. It compares favourably with Caribbean countries offering passport by investment programmes.

Taxation in Mauritius

High Net Worth Investors for the Mauritius citizenship program may be attracted by its generous tax regime. Resident companies in Mauritius enjoy significant tax benefits. The full corporation tax rate is 15%, although tax credits applying to global businesses mean an effective rate of just 3%. There is also no capital gains tax in Mauritius and no withholding tax on dividends.

Please contact us for further details on the Mauritius citizenship investment program.