The Premium Visa program is a great opportunity for foreign nationals who want to experience the beauty of Mauritius while pursuing their personal and professional goals. Whether you are a tourist, retiree, or a professional looking to work remotely while enjoying quality time with your family, this visa offers you the opportunity to experience Mauritius for up to one year, with the possibility of renewal.

Who can be eligible for the Mauritius digital nomad visa?

• Aplicant is prohibited from entering the labour market in Mauritius.
• The main income source of the applicant must be outside Mauritius.

How long can I stay in Mauritius as a Digital Nomad?

The Premium Visa is valid for a period exceeding six months up to one year and is renewable. This visa is required for those who intend to stay in Mauritius for a period exceeding 180 days in a calendar year. For those staying for less than 180 days, a tourist visa is granted on arrival to Mauritius.

How to apply for the Mauritius digital nomad visa

• It is necessary to pre-book your flight tickets.
• Application must be submitted online.
• Get your Premium visa online.
• Book accommodation in Mauritius.
• Travel to Mauritius.
• If you change accommodation you need to notify PIO.

How much does the Mauritius Digital Nomad Visa Cost?

The Premium Visa is issued free of charge. There is no processing fee applicable.

Processing time for the Digital Nomad Visa in Mauritius

The processing time for the Mauritius digital nomad visa is slow. From 20 days to 3 months.

Paying taxes as a Digital Nomad in Mauritius

Mauritian-sourced income of a Premium Visa holder (e.g. emoluments for work performed remotely in Mauritius) will be taxed on a remittance basis. That money spent in Mauritius through the use of foreign credit or debit cards will not be deemed to have been remitted to Mauritius.

The holder of a Premium Visa will be liable to pay income tax on money brought and deposited in a bank account in Mauritius. As an additional facility, such bank deposits will not be subject to income tax if a declaration is made to the effect that the required tax has been paid thereon in his country of origin or residence.

Is it possible to apply the Digital Nomad Visa in Mauritius for themselves as well as for dependents?

Yes, it is possible to apply the Mauritius digital nomad visa for yourself as well as for your dependents, such as your spouse and children.