Insights on Mauritius
Practical, current guidance on residency, relocation, company formation, property and tax — written by the team that advises on them every day.
April 2026 — Important update The EDB has announced an official Mauritius Golden Visa programme The Economic Development Board has announced a new programme officially called the Mauritius Golden…
Mauritius has been a popular option for those who want to retire to Mauritius from the UK and live comfortably. With its resilient economy, tropical climate and pleasant lifestyle, Mauritius…
Residency by investment programmes allow individuals and families to obtain the right to live in a country by making a qualifying financial contribution. These programmes are increasingly used by…
Mauritius has become one of the most reliable and transparent destinations for buying property in the region. This is clearly reflected by the 13% increase in foreign direct investment in real estate…
Following the Budget Speech for 2025–2026 in June, the Finance Act has now been enacted into law and the EDB guidelines are now official. Our focus with this article is to explain how the measures…
Mauritius is fast becoming a preferred destination for high-net-worth families seeking a secure, tax-efficient, and well-regulated location to manage their wealth. With a comprehensive legal…
With the turbulence of conflicts and political changes, more UK citizens are looking for a back-up or secondary residence and many are looking to permanently get out of the UK. The rising taxes, high…
Many foreigners relocating to Mauritius are often concerned about the process of bringing their pets along. We, at TBI, have been assisting several foreigners in relocating to Mauritius, whether…
Mauritius has long been an attractive destination for individuals and businesses looking for a favourable tax regime, high quality of life, and ease of doing business. Whether you are planning to…
Management companies in Mauritius are responsible for setting up offshore companies such as GBCs and ACs. Management companies provide a range of services to assist offshore businesses, including…
Foreigners can invest in Mauritius by buying property , setting up a company , or investing in a business activity . These options offer benefits such as tax savings, legal protection, and a stable…
Foreigners can live in Mauritius permanently as retirees, working professionals, investors, self-employed individuals, or dependents. By applying for a permit under one of these categories,…
Healthcare is a key concern for anyone coming to live in or visit Mauritius. The country offers a mix of public and private healthcare services, ensuring a variety of medical care options. For those…
With the increase in property developments in 2025, Mauritius is seeing a rise in foreigners looking to buy Mauritius luxury villas and Mauritius private villas. More and more families, retirees and…
Moving to a new country is a significant step, and finding the right moving company in Mauritius is essential for a smooth transition. Equally important is working out the timing of your relocation,…
Valid for 10 years, the Mauritius Investment Visa or Investor Permit allows foreigners to live, work and invest in Mauritius. Please note that, while we may be using the term ‘Mauritius Investment…
If you are a parent thinking of moving to Mauritius, you might be curious about the choices for private schools in Mauritius. Mauritius has a variety of international schools that provide a global…
A Mauritius Work Permit is an official authorisation issued by the government, granting foreign nationals the legal right to work and reside in Mauritius for a specified duration. To qualify for a…
Moving to Mauritius from South Africa brings its own set of considerations. More and more individuals and families are exploring what it would mean to move to Mauritius, not just for the lifestyle,…
Mauritius, an island nation located in the Indian Ocean, is a popular destination for tourists and expatriates alike. With its stunning beaches, lush greenery and friendly people, it’s no wonder that…
Mauritius is known for its stunning beaches, lush green mountains and diverse culture. Deciding where to live in Mauritius, however, involves more considerations such as cost of living,…
This blog article is a complete guide to obtaining a Mauritius visa for Indians. It discusses the different types of visas for Indians, the eligibility criteria, the documents needed to apply, and…
The Finance Act 2025 has just amended The Immigration Act 2022 and the Non-Citizen (Property Restriction) Act amongst others, and brought in some key changes in relation to foreigners buying property…
Today we have a fascinating article from Caoilfhionn van der Walt from our African tax partner Regan van Rooy (RvR) about the impending cessation of the grandfathering provisions for GBC 1s and 2s.…
With no more than a handful of organic COVID cases over the last 7 months, Mauritius has faced the difficult decision as to how to open up the borders, whilst keeping the country safe. It has…
The Mauritius Budget 2020 has arrived and the good news for expats is that it is going to be much easier to move to Mauritius, to live and work here, and to stay here for longer. There is a…
Mauritius is an established manufacturing hub, nestled conveniently on the trade route between Europe, Asia and Africa. The two main products dominating this industry in Mauritius over the last few…
It looks like COVID-19 did not disrupt the banking, financial and offshore sectors in Mauritius too much. Although the virus spread was contained in Mauritius, the economic ramifications of the…
Mauritius has a very diverse ecosystem and is proving a very popular place to relocate to and retire. It is still considered by some across the globe as a honeymoon destination. However, a…
We have attempted to provide some information on what options people have for company formation and registering businesses in Mauritius, including both offshore companies and domestic companies. We…
Introduction SA expats will need to make some decisions on their financial future as a tax of up to 45% looms on the horizon through a change in the law. As the founders at TBI are from the UK and…
Rent, groceries, utilities, healthcare and schools — what it actually costs to live comfortably in Mauritius in 2026, with sample monthly budgets.
Two of the world's most talked-about low-tax bases, compared honestly on tax, residency, property and lifestyle for relocating investors and families.
Portugal's famous NHR tax regime is closed to new arrivals. Here's how Mauritius compares on tax, residency, citizenship and lifestyle in 2026.
Residency routes, the France–Mauritius tax treaty, leaving French tax residence, and the practicalities of relocating from France to the island.
The Property Development Scheme is the main route for foreigners to buy Mauritian property and gain residence. Eligibility, the USD 375,000 threshold, process and 2026 costs.
The 183-day and 270-day tests, the domicile rule, the remittance basis for foreign income, and how to obtain a Tax Residence Certificate — explained clearly.
Residency routes, the Germany–Mauritius tax treaty, and the German exit-tax and extended-liability rules you must plan around before you move.
Residency routes for Swiss nationals, the Switzerland–Mauritius treaty, and how the island compares with Swiss lump-sum (forfait) taxation.
Residency routes for Americans — and the crucial catch that US citizens are taxed on worldwide income wherever they live, with no US–Mauritius tax treaty.
Why so many South Africans choose Mauritius — worldwide tax and the expat cap, ceasing SA tax residence, the treaty, and lifestyle compared.
Integrated live-work-play developments where foreigners can buy and gain residence from USD 375,000 — and how Smart City differs from the PDS.
Foreigners can buy apartments in ground+2 buildings above MUR 6 million, with residence from USD 375,000 — how the G+2 route works.
How UK nationals are taxed after moving to Mauritius — leaving UK residence, UK-source income, the treaty and the Mauritian remittance basis.
What the UK–Mauritius treaty covers — residence tie-breakers, dividends, interest, pensions and gains — and how it helps people and businesses.
The 15% headline rate, the partial exemption that gives GBCs a ~3% effective rate, the CSR and CCR levies, and the substance rules behind them.
Vehicle types, FSC licensing, the treaty network, tax treatment and substance — a practical overview of setting up a fund or GBC in Mauritius.
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