Mauritius digital nomad visa
Premium Visa (Mauritius Premium Visa) · Africa & Middle East
Mauritius offers the Premium Visa for remote workers and digital nomads. The minimum income requirement is USD 1,500/month (or ~USD 18,000 savings), the visa is valid for 1 year (for stays exceeding 180 days/year) (yes, renewable year by year (widely reported as indefinitely renewable)), and the government fee is Free (no application fee). Foreign-source income not remitted to Mauritius generally not taxed; <183 days = non-resident (0% on foreign income). Yes. Threshold rises by +USD 500/month per dependent child. These figures are a dated snapshot — verify on the official government source before applying.
Source: Passport & Immigration Office (govmu.org). Data as of June 2026.
Mauritius nomad visa at a glance
| Item | Mauritius |
|---|---|
| Minimum income | USD 1,500/month (or ~USD 18,000 savings) |
| Visa duration | 1 year (for stays exceeding 180 days/year) |
| Renewable | Yes, renewable year by year (widely reported as indefinitely renewable) |
| Government fee | Free (no application fee) |
| Tax for nomads | Foreign-source income not remitted to Mauritius generally not taxed; <183 days = non-resident (0% on foreign income) |
| Processing time | ~7 days (reported) |
| Family / dependents | Yes. Threshold rises by +USD 500/month per dependent child |
Source: Passport & Immigration Office (govmu.org). Data as of June 2026.
Income requirement
USD 1,500/month (or ~USD 18,000 savings). +USD 500/month per dependent child. Main income source must be outside Mauritius.
Requirements & eligibility
Non-citizen, passport valid 6+ mo; main income outside Mauritius (remote contract with a foreign company or self-owned overseas business); comprehensive travel + health insurance; proof of income/funds.
Tax for digital nomads in Mauritius
Foreign-source income not remitted to Mauritius generally not taxed; <183 days = non-resident (0% on foreign income).
Tax is the single most variable part of nomad life. Whether you owe tax in Mauritius depends on how long you stay (most countries treat 183+ days as tax residency), where your income arises, your citizenship, and any double-tax treaty with your home country. This is general information, not tax advice — confirm with Mauritius's tax authority and a cross-border tax professional.
Family & dependents
Yes. Threshold rises by +USD 500/month per dependent child.
Processing time
~7 days (reported).
Data quality for Mauritius
Verified against an official government source. Verified against the official Mauritius source. Figures are a snapshot as of June 2026; income thresholds in particular change (several are tied to local minimum or average wages and recalculated yearly). See our methodology.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income requirement for the Mauritius digital nomad visa?
The Mauritius Premium Visa requires USD 1,500/month (or ~USD 18,000 savings). +USD 500/month per dependent child. Main income source must be outside Mauritius. Figures are as of June 2026 and can change, so verify on the official government source.
How long is the Mauritius digital nomad visa valid, and can I renew it?
The initial validity is 1 year (for stays exceeding 180 days/year). Yes, renewable year by year (widely reported as indefinitely renewable).
How much does the Mauritius digital nomad visa cost?
The government fee is Free (no application fee). This excludes lawyer, translation, apostille and insurance costs, which vary.
Do digital nomads pay tax in Mauritius?
Foreign-source income not remitted to Mauritius generally not taxed; <183 days = non-resident (0% on foreign income). This is general information, not tax advice — verify with Mauritius's tax authority and your home country, because your liability depends on tax residency and where your income arises.
Can my family join me on the Mauritius nomad visa?
Yes. Threshold rises by +USD 500/month per dependent child
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Last updated: 2026-06-20