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Mauritian Occupation Permit – Self-Employed

A combined work and residence permit for non-citizen self-employed professionals operating a one-person business in Mauritius, covering both their work and their stay.

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Verify the current minimum transfer (reported around USD 35,000) and the third-year renewal business income figure (e.g. around MUR 800,000) with the EDB before publishing.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Mauritius government website before you apply.
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Official name
Occupation Permit (Self-Employed)
Route type
Self-employed work and residence
Validity
Up to 10 years, renewable
Per PIO Occupation Permit page
Minimum transfer
USD transfer to a Mauritian bank account
Reported around USD 35,000 — verify current figure
Issuing authority
Economic Development Board (EDB)
Who it is for
Non-citizen running a one-person business
A self-employed non-citizen carrying on a professional activity under a one-person business
Initial transfer
USD 35,000 (to verify)
Evidence of transfer of USD 35,000 from abroad into a Mauritian bank account — confirm current figure
Business income
Min. MUR 2m from year 3 (to verify)
Rising to MUR 3 million from year 5 for renewal — confirm current thresholds
Where to apply
Economic Development Board (EDB)
Occupation Permit Unit, EDB Mauritius

Who it is for

  • Non-citizen professionals working on their own account in the services sector
  • Freelancers / one-person businesses seeking work and residence status

Requirements

  • Minimum capital transfer to a Mauritian bank account (verify current amount with EDB)
  • A registered self-employed / one-person business activity
  • Annual business income criteria from the third year for renewal

How to apply

  • Apply to the EDB Occupation Permit Unit (op@edbmauritius.org)
  • Complete residence formalities with the Passport and Immigration Office on approval

Documents you may need

  • Completed Occupation Permit application (self-employed category)
  • Copy of passport data pages
  • Evidence of the transfer of funds from abroad into your Mauritian bank account
  • Business registration / one-person business documents
  • Business plan and supporting contracts or letters of intent from clients
  • Medical certificate and passport-size photographs

Frequently asked questions

  • The Occupation Permit is issued for up to 10 years and is renewable, subject to meeting the EDB's income conditions.

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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