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What is the Mauritius Premium Visa?

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A 1-year renewable visa for remote workers, digital nomads, and financially independent individuals. Allows you to live in Mauritius and work for overseas employers.

The Mauritius Premium Visa

Designed for remote workers, freelancers, and financially independent individuals wanting to live in Mauritius without local employment.

What it allows

  • Live in Mauritius for 1 year (renewable annually)
  • Work remotely for **foreign** employers or clients
  • Bring spouse and dependants

What it does NOT allow

  • Employment by or invoicing a Mauritius-registered company
  • Starting a business operating in Mauritius (use Investor OP)

Financial requirements

No fixed minimum published. EDB expects financial self-sufficiency — bank statements showing MUR 50,000–100,000/month in accessible funds are typically sufficient.

Application

Apply online at the EDB e-Services portal. Documents: passport, proof of income/funds, health insurance, proof of Mauritius accommodation. Decision: 10–21 working days.

Tax

183+ days = tax resident. Foreign income remitted to Mauritius: 15% flat tax. Income kept offshore: not taxed.

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