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Investor Permit in Mauritius 10-Year Occupation Permit & Company Incorporation Guide (2026)

Obtain your 10-year Investor Occupation Permit with complete on-the-ground support in Mauritius. We handle company formation, CBRIS/NELS portal filing, EDB-compliant business plans, bank account opening, and residence permits for your family.

  • USD 100,000 Initial Capital
  • MUR 5M Turnover from Year 3
  • 10-Year Validity (Renewable)
  • Family Residency Included
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Updated for 2026 EDB guidelines & Finance Act provisions. 100% remote initial filing available.

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Mauritius Investor Permit Pathways (2026 EDB Guidelines)

Select the investment route that matches your corporate structure, tech innovation, or capital availability in Mauritius.

Zero Capital

Tech & Innovator Route

USD 0 No Minimum Initial Capital Required

Tailored for tech founders, software developers, fintech, AI, and biotech entrepreneurs building innovative ventures.

  • Capital Status: USD 0 initial bank deposit required
  • Permit Duration: 10-Year Renewable Permit
  • Core Criterion: EDB assessment or MRIC accredited incubator registration
  • R&D Requirement: Min 20% operational expenditure allocated to R&D
Commercial Business

Standard Investor Route

USD 50,000 / $100,000 Minimum Capital Transfer

For entrepreneurs launching commercial, trading, or service companies with liquid capital reserves.

  • Capital Status: Direct transfer into company's Mauritian bank account
  • Permit Duration: 10-Year Renewable Permit
  • Turnover Requirement: Progressive targets starting from MUR 1M-1.5M Year 1
  • Family Rights: Spouse, unmarried children & parents included
Capital Equipment

High-Tech Equipment Route

USD 100,000 In Machinery / Tech Assets

For industrial or physical businesses transferring specialized machinery or technical assets into Mauritius.

  • Asset Structure: Min USD 25,000 capital + USD 75,000 high-tech equipment
  • Permit Duration: 10-Year Renewable Permit
  • Customs Review: Assets evaluated upon entry into Mauritius
  • Family Rights: Full family residency rights included

📌 How EDB Evaluates Technology Applications

The USD 0 Tech Route does not evaluate your bank balance; instead, it is assessed strictly on project merit, technical innovation, and team expertise. DNB HR Associates helps tech founders draft EDB-compliant business plans detailing R&D allocation, product roadmap, and incubator filings.

Why Business Plans Determine EDB Permit Approval

The Economic Development Board (EDB) reviews applications based on financial feasibility and economic contribution to Mauritius. We eliminate rejection risks before portal submission.

EDB-Compliant Business Plan Drafting

A standard business plan won't pass EDB scrutiny. Our team drafts custom, audit-ready plans tailored to Mauritian regulatory requirements, ensuring financial forecasts align with statutory turnover milestones.

  • Financial Modeling: Realistic 3-to-5 year P&L projections demonstrating MUR 5M+ turnover.
  • Market Relevance: Positioning your venture within key Mauritian growth sectors.
  • Tech & R&D Justification: Detailed 20% R&D breakdown for Tech / Innovator applicants.

⚠️ Common Causes for EDB Rejection

• Unrealistic turnover models that fail EDB financial reviews.
• Mismatch between company activity and local licensing requirements.
• Incomplete documentation or incorrect portal classification on NELS/CBRIS.

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Step-by-Step EDB Application Roadmap

1

Eligibility & Screening

We review your investment route, company structure, and document portfolio to verify 100% compliance with EDB rules.

2

Business Plan & Incorporation

We write your EDB business plan and register your corporate entity via the Corporate & Business Registration Department (CBRIS).

3

NELS Portal Filing

We submit your complete file via the National Electronic Licensing System (NELS) and coordinate directly with EDB officers.

4

In-Person Issuance

Upon Approval-in-Principle, we assist with local bank account opening, medical clearance, and permit pickup at the EDB office.

From business idea to Investor Permit

Your Investor Pathway, Step by Step

One coordinated journey covering your company, your business plan and your Investor Occupation Permit, managed by our team in Mauritius.

  1. Eligibility & Project Review

    We assess your business project against the 2026 EDB criteria, including the USD 100,000 investment and the turnover targets, before anything is filed.

    Before you commit funds

  2. Company Incorporation

    We choose a suitable structure with you and coordinate company registration in Mauritius with the CBRD.

  3. Business Plan & Documentation

    We guide an EDB-aligned business plan with realistic forecasts towards MUR 5 million annual turnover from Year 3, and prepare the supporting file.

  4. Bank Account & Proof of Funds

    We guide corporate bank account opening and the proof of funds and transfer undertaking required with your application.

  5. EDB Application

    We submit your file to the Economic Development Board, follow it through to a decision and respond to any queries on your behalf.

  6. Permit Issue & Capital Transfer

    We coordinate the remaining formalities and the USD 100,000 transfer within 60 days of issue, then support ongoing compliance for renewal.

    Family permits arranged alongside
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Book a free consultation with our Mauritius-based team. We review your project against the 2026 EDB criteria and map out your company setup and permit timeline.

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Timelines and requirements depend on your project. All applications are assessed and decided by the competent Mauritian authorities.

Long-Term Stability: Family Rights & Permanent Residency

An Investor Permit in Mauritius isn't just a workspace solution—it secures full living rights for your family and provides a clear pathway to permanent residency.

Family & Dependent Residency Rights

When your 10-year Investor Occupation Permit is approved, your immediate family members are granted legal residency rights tied to your permit without needing separate capital thresholds.

  • Spouse Coverage: Spouses enjoy full residency rights and can also work or start a business locally without a separate work permit.
  • Dependent Children: Unmarried children under the age of 24 are fully eligible for dependent residence visas.
  • Dependent Parents: You can sponsor your dependent parents to join and live with you in Mauritius.

The 20-Year Permanent Residence Permit (PRP)

After successfully maintaining your Investor Occupation Permit and operating your company for 5 consecutive years, you become eligible to apply for the prestigious 20-Year Permanent Residence Permit.

  • Duration: 20 years, renewable for another 20 years.
  • Turnover Threshold: Requires your company to achieve cumulative milestones (such as MUR 15M annual turnover or MUR 75M cumulative over 5 years).
  • Absolute Freedom: Empowers you and your family to live, work, and retire permanently in Mauritius with minimal administrative friction.

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Answer a few questions about your plans, capital and business readiness. The assessment checks your profile against the 2026 Investor Occupation Permit criteria and compares it with the Self-Employed, Professional, Retired Non-Citizen and Young Professional routes.

  • ✓Identify your strongest permit pathway
  • ✓Compare five available pathways
  • ✓Spot possible concerns early
  • ✓Free preview; full result USD 49

Initial screening only. Final eligibility and approval remain subject to document verification and the competent Mauritian authorities.

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Discover which Mauritius permit pathway may best fit your plans, finances and professional profile.

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  • Retired Non-Citizen and Young Professional screening
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Nina Bagha and the DNB HR Associates team work closely with international investors in Mauritius, providing practical, hands-on support from business setup to permit coordination.

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What our investor clients say

Real outcomes from entrepreneurs and investors who set up in Mauritius with DNB HR Associates.

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DNB made my EDB Investor Occupation Permit application seamless. They handled the company setup and everything remotely, and I had my permit in just five weeks.

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As an entrepreneur expanding to Mauritius, I needed a reliable partner. DNB handled my investor permit and company registration flawlessly.

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They built a business plan that met the EDB turnover criteria and guided me through the proof of funds. Worth every cent.

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Why Investors Choose DNB HR Associates

Investing in Mauritius is a big decision. You deserve an adviser with real experience, credentials and accountability, not a form-filling service.

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Led by Nina Bagha, with 25+ years in HR and business, including 15 years at the Mauritius Freeport Development Company.

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More than 250 permit applications supported across the Investor, Professional and Self-Employed categories.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Investor Permit Mauritius

Clear answers to key questions about investment thresholds, family rights, EDB compliance, and application timelines.

What is the minimum investment required for an Investor Permit in Mauritius?

The standard commercial route requires a minimum initial investment of USD 100,000 (or equivalent capital assets) transferred from abroad into your Mauritian company bank account. Alternatively, tech founders and innovative startups can utilize the Tech & Innovator Route, which requires USD 0 initial minimum capital subject to EDB or MRIC incubator approval.

Can my family and dependents move to Mauritius with me?

Yes. The 10-year Investor Occupation Permit grants full residency rights to your immediate family. You can include your spouse, unmarried dependent children (under 24 years old), and dependent parents as part of your application portfolio.

What are the annual turnover targets required to renew the permit?

To maintain and renew your 10-year Investor Permit under current EDB guidelines, your company must achieve a minimum annual turnover of MUR 5 Million starting from Year 3, increasing progressively to meet long-term economic substance rules in Mauritius.

How does DNB HR Associates assist with the EDB business plan?

A standard business plan will often trigger EDB rejections due to unrealistic financial models. Our team drafts complete, audit-ready, EDB-compliant business plans complete with 3-to-5 year financial forecasts, R&D breakdowns, and market projections designed to pass NELS/CBRIS portal reviews smoothly.

Does an Investor Permit lead to Permanent Residency in Mauritius?

Yes. Holding an Investor Occupation Permit for 5 consecutive years serves as a direct pathway to applying for the 20-Year Permanent Residence Permit (PRP), provided your company satisfies cumulative revenue milestones (such as achieving MUR 15M annual turnover or MUR 75M cumulative over 5 years).

How long does the entire EDB application process take?

Once your company is incorporated via CBRIS and your complete file (including the EDB business plan and proof of funds) is submitted through the NELS portal, EDB approvals typically take between 2 to 4 weeks, depending on the complexity of the industry sector.

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