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Mauritius Residence by Investment (Occupation Permit / Property): Cost, Requirements & Processing Time (2026)

The short version

Mauritius Residence by Investment (Occupation Permit / Property) requires a minimum investment of €46,000 (company shares / equity route), with residency in ~2–4 months and a path to citizenship in 7 years.

Investment routes compared

Route type	Amount (EUR)	Notes	Primary?
Company shares / equity	€46,000USD 50,000	Occupation Permit (Investor) — minimum $50K business investment; 3-year renewable permit.	Most common
Real estate	€345,000USD 375,000	Integrated Resort Scheme (IRS) / Property Development Scheme (PDS) — buys permanent residency.
Capital transfer	€230,000USD 250,000	Self-employed Occupation Permit.
Real estate	€690,000USD 750,000	Residence for Retired Non-Citizen — retirement route with property investment.

At a glance

€46,000 minimum qualifying investment
~2–4 months expected end-to-end processing
7 years of residence citizenship timeline
No Schengen access travel rights
No minimum stay physical-presence requirement

Physical presence: Occupation Permit requires some physical presence to maintain business operations; property-based residence has no minimum stay.

Official program source · Source: Economic Development Board Mauritius · Last verified Apr 15, 2026 · Verify current rules with an authorized immigration adviser or the destination's consulate before applying.

Next review 2026-07-15.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum investment for the Mauritius Residence by Investment (Occupation Permit / Property)?

The minimum qualifying investment is €46,000. ~€46K ($50K) Occupation Permit (business route) OR ~€345K ($375K) Integrated Resort Scheme real estate. Qualifying routes: Company shares / equity (€46,000); Real estate (€345,000); Capital transfer (€230,000); Real estate (€690,000) Most applicants use the Company shares / equity route (€46,000).

How long does the Mauritius Residence by Investment (Occupation Permit / Property) take to process?

Expected end-to-end processing is ~2–4 months. Fast processing. Mauritius is a well-established financial services hub with efficient immigration infrastructure.

Can I get citizenship through the Mauritius Residence by Investment (Occupation Permit / Property), and when?

Citizenship is available after 7 years of legal residence. Mauritian citizenship available after 7 years of legal residence (5 years if married to citizen). Applicants must demonstrate working knowledge of one of Mauritius's languages (English, French, or Creole) and good character. Dual citizenship permitted.

What is the physical-presence requirement for the Mauritius Residence by Investment (Occupation Permit / Property)?

Occupation Permit requires some physical presence to maintain business operations; property-based residence has no minimum stay.

Are my spouse and children included in the Mauritius Residence by Investment (Occupation Permit / Property)?

Spouse, minor children, dependent parents can be included.

Does the Mauritius Residence by Investment (Occupation Permit / Property) grant Schengen access?

No. Mauritius Residence by Investment (Occupation Permit / Property) does not by itself grant Schengen-area travel rights.

Is the Mauritius Residence by Investment (Occupation Permit / Property) currently open to new applicants?

The programme is currently open.

Who regulates the Mauritius Residence by Investment (Occupation Permit / Property)?

Mauritius Residence by Investment (Occupation Permit / Property) is administered by Economic Development Board Mauritius. The canonical source is https://edbmauritius.org/. Facts last verified 2026-04-15; next review 2026-07-15.