LIVE, WORK, BUILD YOUR BUSINESS,
RETIRE AND INVEST.
IN MAURITIUS
YOUR PROJECT, OUR EXPERTISE.
Every relocation journey is unique, which is why we focus on personalised support. From the first discussion to your final move, we guide you with a clear, pragmatic approach.
Our mission:
Turning your ambitions into a concrete project with solutions tailored to your needs and your pace. Whether for administrative steps, strategic advice or introductions to trusted partners, we put our expertise at the service of your success.
Dreaming of moving to Mauritius but not sure where to start?
So many questions come to mind:
How does it work? What kind of work can you do?
What are the current requirements for settling there legally and safely?
Starting a new life on the other side of the world is a wonderful adventure, but the administrative and logistical steps can quickly feel overwhelming.
Rest assured: expat.mu, the go-to platform for a successful move to Mauritius, guides you step by step so you can bring your project to life with complete peace of mind.
VISAS & RESIDENCE PERMITS
Living in Mauritius
Your Premium Visa to live in Mauritius without working locally
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Becoming Self-Employed
Your Occupation Permit Self-Employed to launch your business
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Start your Company
Your Occupation Permit Investor to start your Company
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Retiring in Mauritius
Your Residence Permit Retired Non-Citizen to enjoy your retirement
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Working in Mauritius
Your Occupation Permit Professional to work with a Mauritian Company
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Investing in Mauritius
Invest in Mauritian real estate and obtain your residence permit.
Learn moreOur services for expats in Mauritius
To guarantee the quality and success of your relocation to Mauritius, our agency offers a suite of premium, tailor-made professional services. We cover all the essential needs to support you and secure your project over the long term (visa/residence permit, health insurance, bank account opening).
Residence permits and administrative procedures
We handle the entire immigration process, from the initial assessment of your eligibility to the final submission of your application. Our platform checks every supporting document to eliminate any risk of administrative rejection or unnecessary delay.
We provide rigorous follow-up and support at every stage of your relocation project, with the aim of obtaining your Residence Permit and making the administrative procedures easier for you.
Property: renting and buying
The Mauritian property market, from prestige villas to residential rentals, has specific features that are essential to understand. When planning a move, using estate agencies is common practice; they act as intermediaries to access the catalogue of available properties and facilitate viewings on the ground.
Understanding the conditions for buying and the rules governing property transactions nevertheless calls for particular vigilance, especially regarding the compliance of leases and the transparency of title deeds. A detailed understanding of these market mechanisms is an essential prerequisite for any rental or purchase in Mauritius.
Moving to Mauritius: the profiles we support
At expat.mu, we know that every relocation journey is unique, which is why we focus on personalised support based on your profile:
- Retirees (50 and over): you are looking forward to a peaceful retirement in the tropics, combining a gentle way of life, safety, modern medical facilities and tax advantages (a 10-year Retired Permit with no obligation to work). We help you settle in comfortably and structure your wealth.
- Entrepreneurs and start-up founders: you wish to create or relocate your business to benefit from Mauritius' economic dynamism and a competitive corporate tax rate of 15%. We support you with setting up your legal structure, your business plan and the registration procedures.
- Remote workers and digital nomads: thanks to the Premium Visa (valid for 1 year, renewable), you can work remotely with nothing more than a high-speed internet connection, without being subject to Mauritian tax on your foreign-source income. We take care of your light arrival formalities.
- Families: exceptional quality of life, pleasant climate all year round, sports and outdoor activities, top-level international schools… We facilitate your household's overall integration (spacious family home, schooling, nannies, family insurance) so that everyone finds their place from the very first days.
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International health insurance
Health is a fundamental pillar of your comfort abroad. To make up for the loss of national health coverage once you have relocated, we work with the world's leading international insurers to offer you first-class health cover solutions that are highly customisable.
By your side, we review your specific medical needs in detail (household composition, budget constraints) in order to select the best offer (routine care, private hospitalisation, maternity, repatriation). You can then embrace your new life and protect your family knowing you will have immediate access to the island's best private clinics.
OUR INSURANCE
SOLUTIONS
Discover our tailored insurance solutions, designed to match your lifestyle in Mauritius.
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Settling in Mauritius: what to plan ahead
A successful move to Mauritius requires thorough preparation and genuine foresight, particularly regarding the administrative and financial aspects of daily life.
Tax framework and tax residency
Mauritius offers an attractive tax framework, governed by precise rules you need to master in order to secure your relocation and avoid any double taxation. Acquiring Mauritian tax residency notably requires a physical presence in Mauritius and the ability to demonstrate that the centre of your life is now on the island.
The Mauritian system stands out for its competitiveness: it offers favourable taxation on income and levies no wealth tax, no inheritance tax on direct-line successions and, as a general rule, no tax on dividends or property capital gains. These features make Mauritius a leading jurisdiction for wealth management, provided you comply rigorously with international tax treaties.
Children's schooling
Moving abroad as a family with children is a major consideration. Schooling is an absolute priority, and we help you address it. Mauritius has an excellent network of French-curriculum schools (AEFE-accredited) and international schools (British curriculum and International Baccalaureate), located in different parts of the country.
Bank account, transfers and customs clearance
To get off to a good start in Mauritius, planning your relocation must include opening a bank account. This requires presenting a solid file proving the origin of your funds (international compliance).
In addition, transferring currencies can generate significant exchange fees if you go through traditional banking channels. We advise you on the existing options to optimise your financial operations.
The steps to move to Mauritius: your countdown plan
To move to Mauritius with a light heart and make your relocation a success, good organisation is one of the keys. We have designed a complete and realistic countdown plan spanning 6 to 12 months, giving you perfect visibility over the essential actions to take, sparing you last-minute emergencies and ensuring every application is fully compliant with the Mauritian authorities.
The first step of your project is to define the legal framework for your stay in Mauritius. Choosing the right type of residence permit is crucial: it determines the administrative documents you need to gather and has a direct impact on your future tax situation. Whether you wish to retire in Mauritius, invest in the local economy, launch a self-employed activity or work as an employee, the eligibility criteria and the steps involved vary considerably.
During this preparatory phase, our team carefully analyses your profile and objectives to identify the most suitable permit (retired, investor, professional, Self-Employed or the versatile Premium Visa). We then put together your application file for the official bodies. Starting this process 6 to 12 months in advance is essential, as obtaining original documents in your home country (criminal record extracts, certified birth certificates, etc.) takes an incompressible amount of time you need to allow for in order to stay on schedule.
WHY CHOOSE MAURITIUS?
BILINGUAL POPULATION
French and English widely spoken, making communication and integration easy.
TIME ZONE
Time zone close to Europe and South Africa, ideal for business and family life.
CLIMATE
Pleasant tropical climate year-round, sunny and temperate, with an average of 22°C in winter.
SAFETY & STABILITY
Consistently ranked among the safest countries in Africa, with stable democratic governance.
TAX ADVANTAGES
Attractive tax regime with a single tax rate and no inheritance tax.
HEALTHCARE
Modern healthcare system with quality public hospitals and private clinics.
EDUCATION
Wide choice of international schools and recognised academic institutions.
WORK/LIFE BALANCE
A peaceful living environment, conducive to a balanced rhythm and better quality of life.
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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Getting our visas and insurance seemed like a real headache, but the team simplified every step. They reviewed all our documents, clearly explained our options and selected the best solutions for our family with us. Today, we feel protected and confident in our move.
Settling in Mauritius has undoubtedly been the best decision we ever made. The expat.mu team supported us at every step, from the visa application to setting up our insurance. Their expertise turned a potentially complex process into a simple, perfectly handled experience. Today, we are fully enjoying our new life in paradise!
I wanted to grow my business internationally. Mauritius offered me an ideal setting with its strategic location, pro-business policies and structured environment. The expat.mu team handled all the regulatory steps with clarity and efficiency.
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Frequently asked questions about moving to Mauritius
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