What are the requirements to qualify for residency through a USD 100,000 investment?

The investor must establish or invest in a Mauritian company, transfer at least USD 100,000 from abroad and satisfy the applicable business-turnover requirements. The company must generate at least MUR 1 million from Year 1, with progressive growth reaching cumulative turnover of MUR 15 million by Year 5. From Year 6 onwards, the renewal requirement is minimum annual turnover of MUR 5 million.

Do I need to travel to Mauritius to start the application process?

No. The application process can be started online without travelling to Mauritius. IntrAsia prepares and manages the application with the relevant authorities on the applicant's behalf.

Where should I transfer the required funds?

The funds must be transferred from abroad into the Mauritian bank account of the company under which the application is submitted. The USD 100,000 transfer must be completed within 60 days of the Occupation Permit being issued.

Can my family accompany me?

Eligible dependants may apply for residence permits with a validity period that does not exceed the duration of the principal applicant's Occupation Permit. Eligibility and supporting-document requirements must be confirmed for each dependant at the time of application.

What happens after the 10 years?

The Investor Occupation Permit may be renewed if the investor continues to satisfy the applicable legal, registration and business-performance requirements. Under the current USD 100,000 route, minimum annual turnover of MUR 5 million applies from Year 6 onwards.

Mauritius Investor Occupation Permit:
USD 100,000 Route

Important update — 20 July 2026

The USD100,000 Investor Occupation Permit route is currently available.

The 2026–2027 Budget proposes making USD100,000 the standard minimum investment and introducing revised turnover requirements. These proposed changes are not yet operative.

Intrasia monitors the changes, confirms the requirements in force and manages the full application process with the relevant authorities on behalf of our clients. See the EDB Budget Highlights 2026–2027

Build More Than Business, Create a Life in Mauritius Through Investment.

Reviewed by: Herman Suhirman, General Manager

Last reviewed 20 July 2026

Mauritius stands at the crossroads of Africa and Asia, offering a strategic base for international investment. Its location, combined with a network of favourable treaties, positions it as a gateway to global business opportunities.

To encourage foreign investment and expertise, the government offers a 10-year Investor Occupation Permit, an invitation to build lasting value in a welcoming and business-friendly environment.

The USD 100,000 Investor Occupation Permit offers a higher-investment entry point with more relaxed annual turnover requirements in the early years. Where the USD 50,000 route requires MUR 1.5 million in annual turnover from Year 1, the USD 100,000 route starts at just MUR 1 million, giving your business more time to establish itself before hitting growth targets.

This route is particularly attractive to investors who plan to operate in capital-intensive sectors where initial revenues take longer to materialise, or who want the flexibility of lower early-stage turnover pressure while still gaining full Mauritius residency and work rights.

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Entrepreneur applying for USD100,000 Mauritius Investor Occupation Permit

Minimum Investment

US$100,000

Validity - Renewable

10 Years

Government Fee

US$1,000

Minimum Turnover

MUR5,000,000

Year 6+

Key Requirements & Business Turnover Criteria

To qualify for an Investor Occupation Permit, you must:

Establish or invest in an existing company in Mauritius and serve as its director.
Transfer a minimum of USD 100,000 (or its equivalent in freely convertible currency) from abroad into the company’s Mauritian bank account.
Achieve a minimum annual turnover of MUR 1 million as from year 1 of registration with progressive growth to achieve a cumulative turnover of MUR 15 million by year 5 of registration.
The renewal criteria is a minimum annual turnover of MUR 5 million as from year 6 of registration.
Pay a non-refundable government fee of USD 1,000.

For those focused on highly innovative R&D projects, you may apply for an Innovator Occupation Permit. Your project must be submitted to the Economic Development Board or registered with a recognised incubator approved by the Mauritius Research and Innovation Council.

Accuracy matters when applying for an Investor Permit in Mauritius. Even small mistakes can slow things down. With our expert support, you can move forward with confidence knowing your application is in good hands from start to finish.

Finance Act 2025 Changes Affecting Both Investor Routes

Under the Finance Act 2025, both the USD 50,000 and USD 100,000 Investor Permits are now subject to a Year 5 compliance review by the EDB. Permits may be revoked if turnover targets are not met. Additionally, funds must be transferred to a Mauritius bank account within 60 days of permit issuance (previously there was no fixed deadline). The previously available options based on net asset value or investment in high-tech equipment have been removed — only cash investment remains as a qualifying route. A USD 50 non-refundable application fee applies from December 2025.

Key Difference: USD 50,000 vs USD 100,000

Both permits are valid for 10 years, both lead to the same Permanent Residency pathway, and both allow you to live and work freely in Mauritius.

The primary differences are the initial investment amount and the Year 1–5 turnover requirements.

The USD 100,000 route requires MUR 1 million from Year 1, growing to a cumulative MUR 15 million by Year 5.

The USD 50,000 route requires MUR 1.5 million from Year 1, growing to a cumulative MUR 20 million by Year 5.

From Year 6 onwards, both require MUR 5 million annually.

What Intrasia Provides

The Investor Occupation Permit requires an appropriate Mauritian business structure. Intrasia manages the formation of your Mauritius company, supports the corporate bank account opening process, and provides the required corporate secretarial and compliance services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A non-regulated activity can begin without any licence or clearance, unlike a regulated activity, which requires prior approval or a licence from the relevant public authority—either before starting operations or within a specified period afterward. Whether a clearance or licence is needed will be confirmed once your Occupation Permit application has been submitted. If required, securing this approval is necessary for the permit to be issued.

You may renew your Occupation Permit at the time of expiry, provided your company has: Achieved a minimum annual turnover of MUR 1 million from Year 1, with steady growth reaching a cumulative turnover of MUR 15 million by Year 5. From Year 6 onwards, maintained a minimum annual turnover of MUR 5 million. In addition, you may apply for a 20-year Permanent Residence Permit (PRP) if you have: Held an Occupation Permit as an Investor for at least 5 consecutive years immediately before your application, and Either: Maintained a minimum annual turnover of MUR 15 million for each of the past 5 years, or Reached an aggregate turnover of MUR 75 million over any consecutive 5-year period.

As a foreign national, you may acquire a residential property developed under the Integrated Resort Scheme (IRS), Real Estate Scheme (RES), Property Development Scheme (PDS) or Smart City Scheme (SCS). The foreign national is also allowed to acquire an apartment located in a building of at least ground plus two floors. In addition, a non-citizen who has a residence permit under IRS/RES/PDS is exempted from the requirement to hold an Occupation or Work Permit to invest and work in Mauritius.

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