Category: Retirement Visa
Overview: Mauritius offers a 10-year renewable Retirement Visa (Occupation Permit for Retirees) for non-citizens aged 50+, requiring a minimum annual income transfer. It provides a stable, low-tax, tropical island lifestyle and a clear path to long-term residency.
Eligibility: Must be 50 years or older. Requires an initial and ongoing transfer of at least USD 1,500/month (USD 18,000/year) to a local Mauritian bank account for the duration of the 10-year permit.
Processing Time: ~5 days
Visa Duration: 120 months
Renewable: Yes
Work Authorisation: Not permitted
Remote Work Allowed: No
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/retiree
Summary: The Mauritius Retirement Visa offers a 10-year renewable permit for non-citizens aged 50+. Key eligibility includes transferring USD 18,000 annually to a local bank. It provides a stable, tropical retirement destination with potential for extended stay.