How to Check Mauritius Work & Occupation Permit Status Online
Step-by-step instructions on tracking your EDB Occupation Permit or Ministry of Labour Work Permit status online via the official NELS and e-Work Permit portals.
Status tracking depends on your specific permit category:
- EDB Occupation Permit (Investors, Professionals, Self-Employed): Tracked online via the NELS Mauritius Portal.
- Standard Work Permit (Ministry of Labour): Tracked by employers via the official e-Work Permit Portal.
1. Checking EDB Occupation Permit Status via NELS
If you submitted an Occupation Permit application under the Investor, Professional, or Self-Employed categories, follow these steps to check your progress:
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1Log into Your NELS Account
Access the National Electronic Licensing System (NELS) portal using the credentials registered during initial submission.
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2Navigate to "My Applications"
Select your active Occupation Permit application reference from your user dashboard.
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3Review Your Application Status
Standard status indicators include: Submitted, Under Review, Query Issued (document missing or non-compliant), or Approval in Principle (AIP) Issued.
Is Your NELS Application Stuck or Delayed?
If your application has been marked with a Query Issued status or has exceeded 20 working days without an update, DNB HR Associates can audit your file and assist in resolving documentation issues with EDB and PIO authorities.
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Nina Bagha Founder & Director, DNB HR Associates Ltd Founder & Director, DNB HR Associates Ltd Nina Bagha is the Founder and Director of DNB HR Associates Ltd, a Mauritius-based HR consultancy providing human resource, business setup and immigration support services. Through DNB HR Associates, she works with international investors, professionals and businesses seeking to establish or expand their presence in Mauritius, including support with company setup and Occupation Permit applications.
Is Your NELS Application Stuck or Delayed?
If your application has been marked with a Query Issued status or has exceeded 20 working days without an update, DNB HR Associates can audit your file and assist in resolving documentation issues with EDB and PIO authorities.
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