Find answers to common questions.
1. Can I live in Mauritius if I own a company?
Owning a company does not automatically grant the right to live in Mauritius.
Foreign nationals must meet the applicable immigration requirements and obtain the appropriate residence or occupation authorisation where required.
2. Can I obtain a residence permit through investment?
Mauritius has immigration and investment programmes under which eligible foreign investors may apply for residence or an Occupation Permit, subject to the applicable criteria.
Eligibility depends on the applicant's circumstances, investment, business activity and current regulations.
3. What is an Occupation Permit?
An Occupation Permit is a combined work and residence authorisation available to eligible foreign nationals under applicable Mauritius immigration rules.
Different categories and eligibility requirements apply depending on the applicant's situation.
4. What is an Investor Occupation Permit?
An Investor Occupation Permit is a category designed for eligible foreign investors who establish or invest in a business in Mauritius.
The applicable investment and business criteria can change, so the requirements should be checked at the time of application.
5. Can a company sponsor a foreign employee?
Subject to the applicable immigration and employment rules, a Mauritius company may employ foreign nationals who meet the relevant requirements.
The appropriate permit or authorisation depends on the employee's circumstances and position.
6. Can directors obtain a residence or work permit?
A foreign director may potentially qualify for an appropriate immigration status depending on their role, investment and circumstances.
Being appointed as a director does not automatically provide residence or work rights.
7. Can Baldo assist with work permit applications?
Baldo Corporate Services can assist clients with the preparation and coordination of relevant work and residence permit applications, subject to the applicable requirements.
8. Do I need a company before applying for an Investor Occupation Permit?
The requirements depend on the specific immigration category and the applicant's circumstances.
Where the application is based on investment in a business, corporate documentation may form part of the application.
9. Can my family live with me in Mauritius?
Eligible dependants may be able to obtain the appropriate residence status depending on the main applicant's immigration status and the applicable rules.
The requirements should be assessed for each family member.
10. Can I move to Mauritius and run my business from there?
Potentially, yes, provided you obtain the appropriate immigration authorisation and comply with the applicable corporate, tax and regulatory requirements.
Your personal tax residence and the company's tax residence are separate matters and should be assessed independently.