What is a PDS scheme in Mauritius?

What is a PDS scheme?

The Property Development Scheme (PDS) is the primary government-approved framework through which foreign nationals can purchase freehold residential property in Mauritius. It replaced the earlier IRS and RES schemes from 2016 onwards.

Key features

• •**No fixed minimum price** but residency requires USD 375,000+
• •**Freehold ownership** — full title including underlying land
• •**EDB approval** required for every development

Residency benefit

Buying at USD 375,000+ grants a Residence Permit for the duration of ownership, extendable to spouse and dependants.

PDS vs Smart City vs G+2

• •**PDS:** Residential developments. Freehold. Residency at USD 375k+.
• •**Smart City:** Mixed-use masterplan communities. Same residency threshold.
• •**G+2 apartments:** Available from USD 100,000 but do NOT grant a Residence Permit.