Mauritius Expert Pass For
Senior Executives and Specialists
Important Budget update — 20 July 2026
The Expert Pass and Pro-Pass currently remain separate Professional Permit options.
The 2026–2027 National Budget announced plans to combine them into one Professional Permit with a minimum monthly salary of MUR 50,000. This change has not yet become law. Intrasia will confirm the correct permit and salary requirement with your employer before applying.
What Is the Mauritius
Expert Pass?
Reviewed by: Herman Suhirman, General Manager
Last reviewed 20 July 2026
The Expert Pass is the highest tier of Mauritius Professional Occupation Permit, designed for C-suite executives, senior directors, and highly specialised professionals who bring critical skills and leadership to Mauritius-based organisations. If you are a chief executive, chief financial officer, chief technology officer, managing director, or a recognised specialist in a high-demand field, the Expert Pass offers a direct pathway to living and working in Mauritius with your family.
Issued by the Economic Development Board (EDB), the Expert Pass grants an occupation permit valid for up to 10 years, with eligibility for a Permanent Residence Permit after 5 consecutive years. It sits alongside the Pro-Pass in the Professional Occupation Permit category, but is intended for a distinctly higher level of seniority and compensation.
This permit must be applied for by the Mauritian employer.
Investment Rights for Professionals
Professionals holding an Occupation Permit are permitted to invest in businesses in Mauritius under the following conditions:
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They must not be employed by the business they invest in.
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They must not receive a salary or employment benefits from that business.
They may, however, hold shares in the company where they are employed, as long as they are not the majority shareholder.
Minimum Monthly Salary
MUR 250,000
Validity - Renewable
Maximum 10 Years
Depending on Contract
Expert Pass Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for a Mauritius Expert Pass, you must meet the following criteria:
Minimum Salary: MUR 250,000 Per Month
The Expert Pass requires a basic monthly salary of at least MUR 250,000. This salary must be paid by a Mauritius-registered employer and documented in a formal employment contract. The salary threshold distinguishes the Expert Pass from the Pro-Pass, which requires MUR 30,000 per month.
Employment Contract with a Mauritius Employer
You must hold a valid employment contract or letter of appointment with a company registered in Mauritius. The employer must be operational and in good standing with the Registrar of Companies. The contract should clearly state your role, monthly salary, and key terms of employment. If the employer is a newly incorporated company, the EDB may request additional documentation such as a business plan, evidence of funding, and details of the company's activities in Mauritius.
Relevant Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications and experience requirements can vary according to the position and whether the activity is regulated. The authorities may request evidence of relevant qualifications, professional experience, registration or regulatory clearance. Intrasia confirms the requirements applicable to the role and coordinates the supporting documents with the employer.
Expert Pass vs Pro-Pass: What Is the Difference?
Both the Expert Pass and the Pro-Pass fall under the Professional Occupation Permit category, but they serve different levels of seniority. The key differences are:
Minimum salary: The Expert Pass requires MUR 250,000 per month. The Pro-Pass requires MUR 30,000 per month.
Target roles: The Expert Pass is for C-suite executives, senior directors, and recognised specialists. The Pro-Pass is for mid-level professionals, technicians, and skilled specialists.
Permanent Residence Permit (PRP) pathway: Expert Pass holders who earn MUR 400,000 or more per month for 5 consecutive years may apply for a PRP. Pro-Pass holders who earn MUR 400,000 or more per month for 5 consecutive years are also eligible, but this threshold is more commonly reached by Expert Pass holders.
Permit validity: Both are valid for up to 10 years.
Family inclusion: Eligible dependants may apply for separate residence permits for a period not exceeding that of the main permit holder, subject to the applicable requirements and government fees.
Explore Related Mauritius Permit and Residency Options
Not sure which permit category best suits the proposed role? Compare all Mauritius Occupation Permit options.
Professionals earning a basic monthly salary of at least MUR 30,000 can review the Mauritius Professional Occupation Permit (Pro-Pass).
For a broader comparison of routes for living in Mauritius, explore our Mauritius residency programmes.