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Mauritius has tightened its immigration framework by revising conditions for Occupation Permits, Young Professional Permits, and Permanent Residency. As per a report by Fragomen, the new rules include mid-term reviews for investor permits, the introduction of a minimum salary requirement for young professionals, and longer qualifying periods with higher thresholds for permanent residency, according to the country’s finance ministry.
Occupation permits for investors
Under the revised framework, investors can obtain Occupation Permits for up to 10 years, but with closer monitoring. The Economic Development Board (EDB) will review compliance in the fifth year to assess whether the required income levels from activities in Mauritius have been met. Permits may be revoked at that stage if benchmarks are not achieved. If the criteria are satisfied, the permit can continue until Year 10, when another review will take place. Previously, such permits were issued for a fixed 10-year period without mid-term revenue checks.
Minimum salary for young professional permits
Applicants for the Young Professional Permit must now earn a minimum monthly salary of MUR 25,000. This is the first time a minimum pay threshold has been introduced for this category, which previously had no salary requirement.
Permanent Residency applications
The eligibility period for permanent residency has been extended. Investors, professionals, self-employed individuals, and retired non-citizens must now hold a valid permit for at least five years before applying, compared to the earlier requirement of three years. In addition, the revised policy introduces higher income and investment thresholds across categories.
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These measures aim to strengthen oversight of foreign nationals living and working in Mauritius by linking permits to measurable economic contributions and setting clearer financial standards. The changes also reflect a broader policy shift towards longer-term monitoring of compliance.
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Occupation permits for investors
Under the revised framework, investors can obtain Occupation Permits for up to 10 years, but with closer monitoring. The Economic Development Board (EDB) will review compliance in the fifth year to assess whether the required income levels from activities in Mauritius have been met. Permits may be revoked at that stage if benchmarks are not achieved. If the criteria are satisfied, the permit can continue until Year 10, when another review will take place. Previously, such permits were issued for a fixed 10-year period without mid-term revenue checks.
Minimum salary for young professional permits
Applicants for the Young Professional Permit must now earn a minimum monthly salary of MUR 25,000. This is the first time a minimum pay threshold has been introduced for this category, which previously had no salary requirement.
Permanent Residency applications
The eligibility period for permanent residency has been extended. Investors, professionals, self-employed individuals, and retired non-citizens must now hold a valid permit for at least five years before applying, compared to the earlier requirement of three years. In addition, the revised policy introduces higher income and investment thresholds across categories.
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These measures aim to strengthen oversight of foreign nationals living and working in Mauritius by linking permits to measurable economic contributions and setting clearer financial standards. The changes also reflect a broader policy shift towards longer-term monitoring of compliance.
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