1. Investor Occupation Permit: Focus on Long-Term Business Growth

Entrepreneurs applying for an Investor Occupation Permit will now require a minimum initial investment of USD 100,000. In addition, the revised framework places greater emphasis on business performance over time.

From the third year of registration, investor-led businesses must generate an annual turnover of at least MUR 5 million. This threshold increases to MUR 8 million from the fifth year for permit renewal, encouraging investors to establish ventures that contribute meaningfully to the Mauritian economy.

2. Higher Income Benchmarks for Self-Employed Professionals

The eligibility requirements for Self-Employed Occupation Permit holders have also been reviewed. Under the new criteria, applicants are expected to generate a minimum annual business income of MUR 2 million from their third year of operation. For permit renewal from the fifth year onwards, the minimum income requirement rises to MUR 3 million.

The revised benchmarks are meant to support sustainable entrepreneurial activity while ensuring that self-employed professionals maintain viable and growing businesses.

3. Harmonised Salary Threshold for Skilled Professionals

Another notable change is the harmonisation of the minimum salary requirement for Professional Occupation Permits across all sectors. Regardless of industry, foreign professionals must now earn a minimum basic monthly salary of MUR 50,000 to qualify for the permit. The standardised threshold provides greater clarity for employers recruiting international talent while creating a more consistent regulatory framework.

These latest policy adjustments support Mauritius’ economic development ambitions by creating a more conducive environment for productive investment, commercially viable businesses, and the attraction of highly skilled professionals.