Published: 20 June 2026
Mauritius Budget 2026–2027: What It Means for Foreign Nationals Moving to Mauritius
On 19 June 2026, Mauritius delivered its 2026–2027 National Budget. In our preview of what to watch, we set out the areas to follow. Here is what was actually announced — focused on the changes that matter most if you are a foreign national planning to relocate, invest or work on the island, wherever you are moving from.
The headline for newcomers: the budget refined the Occupation Permit requirements and introduced a new Golden Visa for larger investors in strategic sectors. Here is what each change means, in plain English.
Occupation Permit: the updated requirements
The budget set clear, staged financial thresholds for the main Occupation Permit categories. If you are planning an application, these are the numbers to plan around.
Investors
Initial investment of USD 100,000
Minimum turnover of MUR 5 million from Year 3
Minimum turnover of MUR 8 million from Year 5 (for permit renewal)
Self-employed
Minimum annual income of MUR 2 million from Year 3
Minimum annual income of MUR 3 million from Year 5 (for permit renewal)
Professionals
A minimum basic monthly salary of MUR 50,000, now applied consistently across all industry sectors
What this means for you: the investor and self-employed routes now carry clear targets that step up at Year 3 and again at Year 5 for renewal, so it is worth planning your numbers around those milestones from the outset. For professionals, the MUR 50,000 salary threshold now applies consistently across every sector, which removes much of the previous uncertainty about which rules applied to which role.
A new Golden Visa for strategic-sector investors
The budget introduced a Golden Visa, aimed at investors seeking longer-term opportunities in Mauritius's growing, business-friendly economy.
To qualify, applicants invest a minimum of USD 1 million within the first 12 months of their stay, in approved strategic sectors:
FinTech
Global Treasury Services
Artificial Intelligence
Biotechnology
Renewable Energy
Successful applicants are granted a Residence Permit for an initial period of up to two years, with the possibility of applying for a Permanent Residence Permit thereafter.
What this means for you: for higher-net-worth investors in these growth sectors, the Golden Visa is a new and clearer pathway towards permanent residence — a meaningful option if your plans go beyond a standard Occupation Permit.
The bottom line for your move
For most people planning a move to Mauritius, the practical takeaways are straightforward. If you are applying as an investor, a self-employed individual or a professional, plan around the updated thresholds above. And if you are a substantial investor in one of the strategic sectors, the new Golden Visa is well worth exploring as a route to permanent residence.
Every application turns on the detail, and the right category and timing can make a real difference. If you would like to understand exactly how Budget 2026–2027 affects your plans, our team is ready to help.
APTEC handles Mauritius relocation end-to-end for foreign nationals and their families — permits, company setup, banking and property.
Related guides
Part 1: Mauritius Budget 2026–2027 — what to follow before the speech
Understanding Mauritius Occupation & Residence Permits (2026 Guide)
The Complete Guide to Buying Property in Mauritius for Residency
Sources
Last updated: 20 June 2026. Based on the Budget Speech 2026–2027 delivered on 19 June 2026.
