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    Investor permit - Mauritius
    Published on 06/05/2024

    Mauritius investor permit: conditions and benefits

    Obtaining an investor's permit in Mauritius for a period of 10 years requires:

    • •   Setting up a company or investing in an existing company in Mauritius.- Acting as a director of the company.
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    • •   A non-blocked investment of USD 50,000 or the equivalent in euros from abroad is paid into the company's bank account.
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    • •   Annual sales of at least 4 million rupees (around 85,000 euros) by the third year of operation.
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    • •   Government contribution of USD 1,000.
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    If you plan to bring state-of-the-art equipment as part of the USD 50,000 investment, you need to transfer a minimum of USD 25,000 and the remaining USD 25,000 for state-of-the-art equipment.
     
    If you wish to invest in research and development (R&D) projects in highly innovative fields, you can apply for an innovative occupancy permit. The project must be submitted to the Economic Development Board or registered with an incubator approved by the Mauritius Research and Innovation Council.


    To begin the application process for an investor permit in Mauritius, it is possible to start on the online platform of the National Electronic Licensing System. This system enables potential investors to complete and submit their application electronically, facilitating the process and reducing waiting times.

    It is essential to provide complete and accurate information when applying for an investor's permit in Mauritius, as any errors or omissions could delay the approval process.

    Once you have received approval in principle by e-mail, you can open a bank account in Mauritius. You will need to make an initial transfer of USD 50,000, or the equivalent in freely convertible currency, to the bank account of the company under which the application will be submitted. Receipt of the funds is essential to obtain the Occupation Permit / investor permit.


    Advantages of investment residence permits:

    By obtaining an investor permit in Mauritius, spouses and children can apply for dependent residence permits for a period equivalent to that of the main permit.

    In addition, the holder of an investor permit in Mauritius can benefit from the possibility of obtaining a 20-year permanent residence permit after having spent 3 years on Mauritian territory.

    As a resident by investment, it is also possible to acquire residential property under various schemes such as the Integrated Resort Scheme (IRS), the Real Estate Scheme (RES) and the Property Development Scheme (PDS) or the Smart City Scheme (SCS). These schemes offer foreign investors the opportunity to acquire quality real estate in attractive residential or tourist areas of Mauritius.


    Don't hesitate to contact our real estate experts and advisors for tailored support at every stage of your real estate project.

    DECORDIER immobilier Grand Baie
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    E-mail : contact@decordier-immobilier.mu
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