🧐 Digital nomad visa ✨ Extendable ✅ Official DN program

Mauritius Premium Visa

A cleaner path to stay longer, work remotely, and build a life around freedom, not office walls.

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Duration 365 days
Required income $ 1 500
Program cost Not specified
Processing 7–21 days
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Imagine starting your day with fresh coffee on a breezy terrace overlooking turquoise lagoons and swaying palm trees of Mauritius. With the Mauritius Premium Visa, you gain true freedom to work remotely from this Indian Ocean paradise, whether from beachside cafes or modern co-working hubs with reliable high-speed internet. The island offers a perfect mix for nomads: year-round warm climate, English-speaking environment, growing digital nomad community, outdoor adventures from hiking to kitesurfing, and a cost of living that feels luxurious on a modest remote income.
Official program link: https://www.edbmauritius.org/premium-visa

✔ List of required documents to obtain Digital nomad visa

📋 How to apply

  1. Verify Eligibility
    Confirm you work remotely for a non-Mauritian employer and meet the $1,500 monthly income threshold.
  2. Prepare Documents
    Collect all required papers including proof of income, remote work letter, and insurance.
  3. Submit Application
    Apply online through the official Economic Development Board or immigration portal.
  4. Await Decision
    Wait 1–3 weeks for approval. You will receive an electronic approval letter.
  5. Travel & Register
    Book your flights, arrive in Mauritius, and complete local registration within 14 days.

✅ Approval tips

  • Clearly demonstrate that your work is 100% remote and for clients/employers outside Mauritius
  • Provide at least 3–6 months of consistent bank statements showing regular income
  • Purchase a comprehensive insurance policy valid for the entire duration before applying
  • Include a motivational letter explaining why Mauritius and how you will contribute to the local economy as a nomad
  • Have all documents translated into English if they are in another language

❌ Common rejection reasons

  • Insufficient or inconsistent proof of remote income
  • Evidence of intent to seek local employment in Mauritius
  • Incomplete application or missing mandatory documents
  • Criminal record or security concerns
  • Previous visa violations in any country

💸 Tax information

Effective tax rate: 0–15%

Foreign-sourced income is not taxed unless remitted to Mauritius and you become a tax resident (183+ days). Tax residents are subject to a flat 15% personal income tax with generous deductions and exemptions.

❓ FAQ

No, foreign-sourced income is not taxed if you do not remit it to a Mauritian bank account and stay under 183 days per tax year. Becoming a tax resident triggers 15% flat tax.

Yes. Your spouse, partner, and children under 24 can be included as dependents. They receive the same visa duration and may also work remotely.

Yes, you can apply for an extension for another 12 months if you continue to meet all eligibility criteria including the income requirement.

You may change employers or clients freely as long as your work remains fully remote, you stay above the income threshold, and you do not take any local Mauritian employment.

Yes. You must provide proof of comprehensive insurance that covers medical emergencies and repatriation for the entire duration of your stay.

Approval usually takes 7–21 days. You cannot enter Mauritius to start your visa until you receive the official approval letter.

It is recommended to have proof of onward or return flights, although it is not always strictly enforced at entry.
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