FAQs
About the Visa + -
The Premium Visa aims to encourage foreign nationals to come and stay on the island of Mauritius.
It allows a non-citizen to stay in Mauritius for up to a year, with the chance to renew.
Who are eligible? + -
Any person from the list of countries listed below is eligible to apply for a Premium Visa.
COUNTRIES:
Bahrain
Barbados
Belgium
Belize
Benin
Botswana
Chile
China
Congo (Brazzaville)
Democratic Rep. of Congo
Croatia
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Dominica
Egypt
Estonia Republic
Fiji
Finland
France
Gabon
Gambia
Georgia
Germany
Ghana
Greece
Grenada
Guyana
Hong Kong
Hungary
Lesotho
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxemburg
Macau SAR
Malawi
Papua New Guinea
Paraguay
Poland
Portugal
Qatar
Romania
Rwanda
Russian Federation
Samoa (Western)
San Marino
Saudi Arabia
Seychelles
Spain
St Kitts & Nevis
St Lucia
St Vincent & Grenadines
Suriname
Swaziland
Tunisia
Turkey
Tuvalu
Uganda
Ukraine
United Arab Emirates
United Kingdom
USA
Vanuatu
Vatican
Zambia
Zimbabwe
What is the validity period? + -
A Premium Visa is required for those who intend to stay in Mauritius for a period exceeding 180 days in a calendar year.
Those staying for less than 180 days, a tourist visa is granted on arrival to Mauritius.
How do you qualify for a Premium Visa? + -
An application must be submitted online. The e-visa application may be submitted as from 16 November 2020.
In order to qualify for the Premium Visa, the applicant must have proof of his/her long stay plans and sufficient travel and
health insurance for the initial period of stay. The following criteria should also be met:
- applicant should not enter the Mauritius labour market;
- the main place of business and/or source of income and profits should be outside Mauritius;
- documentary evidence to support application such as purpose of visit, accommodation etc.; and
- other basic immigration requirements.
Mode of Application + -
Applying for a Premium Visa is a simple online process.
What do you need to complete the form? + -
- a valid passport
- copy of air ticket (including return ticket)
- a passport size photo
- a valid email address
- Pre-accommodation bookings (for Quarantine and post-Quarantine)
- Travel and health insurance for the period of stay
- Proof of funds (bank statement or bank attestation) to meet the cost of stay in Mauritius or employment contract
Wait for validation: Do I receive visa document via email? + -
Once you have finished completing the form, there is nothing left to do except to check your mailbox. The e-visa will be issued via email.
The Premium Visa application will be approved within 48 hours for applications made from Monday to Friday.
Applications submitted during the weekend will be approved on the next working day, i.e. on Monday.
Application can be made close to the intended departure date.
However, it is recommended that travellers submit an application well in advance of their intended departure date.
Free of charge visa + -
The Premium Visa is issued free of charge. There is no processing fee applicable.
Health protocols + -
All passengers under Premium Visa will have to go through the sanitary and health protocols established by the Ministry of Health and Wellness.
Tourist visa for a holiday not exceeding 180 days. + -
A tourist visa is granted for a short period of leisure travel. Foreign nationals are granted tourist visa for a cumulative period of stay not exceeding 180 days in a calendar year.
I came to mauritius on a tourist visa. Can I apply for a premium visa? + -
Yes, you can apply for a Premium Visa during your stay in Mauritius.
Can I apply for an occupation permit or residence permit if i want to work or live for a longer period in mauritius? + -
A foreign national staying in Mauritius under a Premium Visa may apply for an Occupation Permit if he intends to work or invest in Mauritius or a Residence Permit as a retired non-citizen on the following link: https://edbmauritius.org/work-and-live-in-mauritius/.
Can i acquire a residential property in mauritius while being under a premium visa? + -
A foreign national may acquire a residential property developed under the Integrated Resort Scheme (IRS), Real Estate Scheme (RES), Property Development Scheme (PDS) or Smart City Scheme (SCS). The foreign national is also allowed to acquire an apartment located in a building of at least ground plus two floors.
Taxation + -
Money spent in Mauritius through the use of foreign credit or debit cards would not be liable to tax.
A person becomes a tax resident and therefore is liable to tax in Mauritius if he spends 183 days or more in the country.
Any other questions? + -
For any other questions or assistance, you may contact EDB office on +203 2033800 or at hpd@edbmauritius.org.
