What is the minimum income for the Retired Non-Citizen permit?

Retired Non-Citizen permit income requirement

You must transfer a minimum of **USD 1,500 per month** to your Mauritius bank account. This must be actual transfers arriving monthly — you cannot hold funds offshore and count them retrospectively.

What qualifies as income

Pension payments, annuity income, investment dividends or interest, rental income from overseas property, or savings drawn down from a foreign account.

For couples

The EDB typically expects USD 2,500–3,000/month when a spouse is included as a dependant.

At renewal (3 years)

Bank statements are checked to verify consistent monthly transfers. Gaps can jeopardise renewal — keep transfers regular.

Tax implication

Amounts remitted may be subject to 15% income tax. After personal allowances (MUR 415,000/year for ages 60–69), most retirees transferring the minimum pay very modest or zero Mauritius income tax.