Residence & citizenship
Mauritian Retired Non-Citizen Residence Permit
A residence permit allowing non-citizens aged 50 and above to retire and live in Mauritius on a long-term basis.
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Verify the current annual transfer requirement (reported around USD 54,000, sometimes cited as USD 1,500/month) for the Retired Non-Citizen Residence Permit 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.
- Official name
- Residence Permit (Retired Non-Citizen)
- Route type
- Retirement residence
- Minimum age
- 50 years and above
- Per PIO Occupation Permit page
- Validity
- Up to 10 years, renewable
- Annual transfer
- Annual transfer to a Mauritian bank account required
- Reported around USD 54,000/year — verify current figure
- Who it is for
- Retired non-citizens aged 50 and above (to verify)
- A non-citizen aged 50+ wishing to retire in Mauritius — confirm age threshold
- Initial transfer
- USD 1,500 (to verify)
- A first transfer of at least USD 1,500, or equivalent freely convertible currency, into a local bank
- Ongoing transfer
- USD 1,500/month or USD 18,000/year (to verify)
- Maintained across the term; EDB monitors compliance with annual proof of transfer
- Where to apply
- Economic Development Board (EDB)
- Administered and monitored by EDB Mauritius
Who it is for
- Non-citizens aged 50 or above wishing to retire in Mauritius
- Retirees with a pension or income they can transfer to Mauritius
Requirements
- Aged 50 or above
- Undertaking to transfer the required minimum amount annually to a Mauritian bank account
- Valid passport and supporting documents
How to apply
- Apply through the Economic Development Board
- Complete residence formalities with the Passport and Immigration Office
Documents you may need
- Completed residence permit application (retired non-citizen category)
- Copy of passport data pages
- Proof of age
- Evidence of the initial transfer of funds into your Mauritian bank account
- Bank statements showing the required ongoing transfers
- Passport-size photographs and any medical certificate required
Frequently asked questions
It allows a qualifying retired non-citizen to live in Mauritius for 10 years, and it can be renewed.
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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