Retirement Residence Permit Mauritius| DNB HR Associates

The Retirement Residence Permit — officially a Residence Permit for a Retired Non-Citizen — lets a non-citizen aged 50 or over live in Mauritius as a resident. It is issued by the Economic Development Board (EDB) under the Immigration Act 2022 and sits alongside the three occupation permit categories within our wider occupation permit services.

It is a residence permit rather than a work permit — it does not allow gainful employment — but it is issued for up to 10 years, is renewable, and after five qualifying years opens a pathway to a 20-year Permanent Residence Permit. A retiree may also invest in a Mauritian business (without being employed in it), and those who later wish to work can move to a work permit or occupation permit. We manage the whole application for you, remotely.

What it takes to qualify

The retirement route is refreshingly simple: meet the age requirement and show a steady transfer of funds from abroad. Here is exactly what the EDB looks for.

Eligibility

Age 50+

Who can apply

Any non-citizen aged 50 years or above
No employment or business income required
Spouse and dependents can join you
Renewable for as long as you meet the criteria

Initial transfer

USD 2,000

To get started

Transfer at least USD 2,000 into a local bank account
Within 60 days of your permit being issued
Supported by a recent certified bank statement
Plus a police clearance covering the last 10 years

Ongoing funds

USD 24k / yr

Or USD 2,000 a month

Transfer USD 24,000 annually, or USD 2,000 per month
From abroad into your Mauritius bank account
Your pension or savings income qualifies
We help you evidence this cleanly

Good to know: a retirement permit does not allow you to take up employment, but you may invest in a Mauritian business as long as you are not employed in it or drawing a salary. The permit fee is USD 1,000 plus a non-refundable USD 50 application fee. Questions about your situation? Ask us →

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What our retirement permit services include

✔Eligibility review — confirming the age and funding criteria before you apply.

✔Document preparation — police clearance, bank statements, birth and marriage certificates.

✔Proof-of-funds guidance for the USD 2,000 initial transfer within 60 days.

✔Bank account setup support for your monthly or annual transfers.

✔NELS application submission and tracking to Approval in Principle.

✔Dependents — your spouse and dependents added alongside your permit.

✔Investment guidance if you wish to invest in a Mauritian business as a retiree.

✔Renewals & permanent residence support beyond your first approval.

From retirement permit to 20-year permanent residence

Settle in for the long term. After holding your Retired Non-Citizen Residence Permit for five years and transferring the required funds over that period, you can apply for a 20-year Permanent Residence Permit — a lasting home base in Mauritius.

5 yearsHolding the retirement residence permit

USD 200kAggregate transferred over the 5 years

20 yearsPermanent Residence Permit once granted

FamilyYour dependents can be included

What our retired clients say

Real outcomes from retirees who made Mauritius their home with DNB HR Associates.

★★★★★

At 58 I wanted a simpler base in the sun. DNB explained the funding criteria clearly and handled my whole residence permit remotely — I barely had to lift a finger.

Peter H.Retiree — United Kingdom

★★★★★

The police clearance and bank statements felt daunting. DNB walked us through every document, and my wife's dependent permit was sorted at the same time.

Jean-Marc L.Retiree — France

★★★★★

Professional and patient from start to finish. They confirmed my pension income qualified and kept me updated through every stage. Highly recommended.

Susan M.Retiree — South Africa

★★★★★

4.9★

Average client rating across 350+ permits approved

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Retirement residence permit Mauritius — FAQ

Who can apply for a retirement permit in Mauritius?

Any non-citizen aged 50 years or above can apply for the Retired Non-Citizen Residence Permit. You do not need to work or run a business — eligibility is based on age and a steady transfer of funds. Check your eligibility with us.

How much money do I need to retire in Mauritius?

You transfer an initial USD 2,000 into a local bank account within 60 days of the permit being issued, then either USD 24,000 per year or USD 2,000 per month from abroad. Pension or savings income qualifies.

How long is the retirement residence permit valid?

It is issued for up to 10 years and is renewable as long as you continue to meet the funding criteria. After five years you may also apply for a 20-year Permanent Residence Permit.

Can I work or invest on a retirement permit?

You cannot take up gainful employment on a retirement permit, but you may invest in a Mauritian business as long as you are not employed in it or drawing a salary. If you later wish to work, you can move to a work permit or occupation permit.

Can my spouse and family join me?

Yes. Your spouse and dependents can apply as dependents alongside your retirement permit, with their duration matching yours. Contact us to include them.

Does the retirement permit lead to permanent residence?

Yes. After holding the permit for five years and transferring an aggregate of at least USD 200,000 over that period, you can apply for a 20-year Permanent Residence Permit.

Related resources

Occupation permit services — overview Occupation permit for investors Occupation permit for professionals Occupation permit for self-employed How to get an occupation permit All our services

Official references: EDB — Work & Live in Mauritius · EDB Occupation Permit Guidelines (PDF) · Passport & Immigration Office. DNB HR Associates is an independent consultancy and is not a government body; age, funding criteria and fees are set by the authorities and may change — always confirm the latest figures with us.

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Take the free eligibility check to confirm you meet the age and funding criteria — or message us directly and we'll map out your retirement residence permit application today.

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