Category: Investor / Business / Startup Visa
Overview: Mauritius offers Investor, Business, and Startup visas (Occupation Permits) for foreign nationals establishing or investing in a business, facilitating residency and economic contribution in a stable, tax-friendly environment.
Eligibility: Applicants must invest a minimum capital (e.g., USD 50k for investors, USD 35k for self-employed) or propose an innovative project, submit a business plan, and meet turnover/income criteria from the 3rd year.
Processing Time: ~30 days
Visa Duration: 36 months
Renewable: Yes
Work Authorisation: true
Remote Work Allowed: Yes
Dependants Allowed: No
Path to Residency: Yes
Path to Citizenship: No
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://www.edbmauritius.org/work-and-live-in-mauritius/occupation-permit
Summary: The Mauritius Investor/Business/Startup Visa, an Occupation Permit, allows entrepreneurs and investors to live and work in Mauritius by establishing or investing in a business, offering a path to residency and a favorable business climate.