Ground+2 (G+2) Apartments in Mauritius: Foreign Buyer's Guide
Alongside the luxury schemes, foreigners can buy apartments in ordinary condominium buildings of at least ground plus two floors — the ground+2 (G+2) route. It is often the most accessible entry point into the Mauritian market for a non-citizen.
How G+2 works
Non-citizens may acquire an apartment in a G+2 development provided the purchase price exceeds MUR 6 million, with EDB approval. As with the schemes, a purchase above USD 375,000 also grants a residence permit for the buyer and immediate family. Ownership is freehold, the unit can be rented out, and there is no capital gains tax on a future sale.
G+2 versus the schemes
The PDS and Smart City schemes are developer-led, amenity-rich and typically higher-priced; G+2 lets you buy a standalone apartment in a wider range of buildings and locations, often at a lower entry point. All are affected by the duty change below.
Costs and the 2026 duty change
From 1 July 2026 the registration duty on non-citizen purchases rises from 5% to 10% across the schemes and G+2. Read investing in real estate and residency by investment, then talk to us.
Can foreigners buy a G+2 apartment in Mauritius?
Yes. Non-citizens can buy an apartment in a ground+2 (or higher) building where the price exceeds MUR 6 million, with EDB approval. A purchase above USD 375,000 also grants a residence permit.
What is the minimum price for a foreigner to buy an apartment in Mauritius?
For a ground+2 apartment, the purchase price must exceed MUR 6 million. To also obtain residence, the price must be above USD 375,000.
Sources & further reading
Figures are summarised for general guidance and were correct at the time of writing; tax and immigration rules change, so we confirm the current position for your circumstances before you act.
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