Tian Tang Meng Xi Investor Visa (Occupation Permit – Investor)
Set up or invest in a Mauritian company and live here as its director — the mainstream route for entrepreneurs and business families.
Who This Visa Is For
The Investor Visa (Occupation Permit – Investor) is issued by the Economic Development Board (EDB) of Mauritius and combines a residence permit and a work permit in one document: you establish or invest in a company in Mauritius and are legally resident and working there as a director or shareholder.
It suits three groups best: business owners who want to take their operations international, investors looking to build a base in African and Indian Ocean markets, and families that need long-term residence without giving up their careers. Compared with pure investment migration, it places more weight on genuine business operations—the thresholds are clear, but ongoing commitment is required.
If you do not intend to run a business and simply want to live or retire on the island, the Retirement Permit or Residence by Property is usually simpler. If you are unsure which route fits, start with the comparison of the four options.
Core Requirements
The following are the key points of the current EDB standards (including the latest adjustments published by EDB in August 2026). Specific conditions may change with the budget; the official rules in force at the time of submission apply.
Minimum Investment
Approximately RMB 720,000, to be invested in a sector recognised by EDB and transferred into the Mauritian company account within the prescribed period after the permit is issued.
Turnover Requirement
From the third year after company registration, annual turnover must reach MUR 5 million; from the fifth year, the renewal threshold rises further.
Permit Validity
Valid for 10 years and renewable on expiry. You may enter and leave Mauritius freely during this period, without frequent renewals.
Dependants May Accompany
A spouse, unmarried children under 22 and dependent parents may apply for dependant residence (parents require a letter of undertaking from the main applicant and are assessed by the Immigration Office on a case-by-case basis).
What You Can Do Once Approved
- Legal residence and work: you may hold office or manage operations in your own company without a separate work permit.
- Register and hold a company: you can set up a Mauritian company, serve as a director and operate it normally under local company law.
- Open bank accounts: both personal and corporate accounts can be opened, making it easier to move funds and settle ongoing business transactions.
- Family can accompany: a spouse, unmarried children under 22 and dependent parents may apply for residence together, and children can attend local international schools.
- Tax residence planning: depending on your actual days of residence and the remittance of income, your personal tax position can be arranged under the Mauritian tax system; specific arrangements should be confirmed with a tax adviser.
- A route to long-term residence: once you continue to meet the business conditions, you can apply for a 20-year long-term residence permit (subject to the latest EDB rules).
How to Apply: Six Stages
The overall timeline is usually 2–4 months, depending on the completeness of your documents and the pace of government approvals. A dedicated adviser follows every step and keeps you updated on progress.
Consultation and Assessment
A paid one-to-one consultation (the fee is credited towards our service fee once you engage us), confirming your investment direction and plan and issuing a personalised roadmap.
Site Visit and Registration
Travel to Mauritius to review the investment environment and projects on the ground, and complete company registration at the same time.
Document Preparation
Translation and notarisation of your passport, police clearance, proof of funds, business plan and other documents.
Submission to EDB
Submit the application through the national electronic licensing system and follow it through to the letter of approval in principle.
Approval, Payment and Collection
After approval in principle, pay the official government permit fee (USD 1,000) and be accompanied through EDB's verification of the originals and collection of the permit.
Arrival and Settling In
Open personal and corporate bank accounts with the permit, complete residence and fingerprint registration, and arrange schools, rental or purchase, utilities and internet as a one-stop settlement service.
Documents Usually Required
The list is adjusted case by case; EDB and Immigration Office requirements prevail. The following are the common items:
- Passport (usually valid for the entire application period) and a copy of the personal details page
- Birth certificate and marital status certificate (translation and notarisation required if not in English or French)
- Police clearance certificate for the past 10 years (Certificate of Character, usually issued within the previous 6 months)
- Source of funds and proof of funds: bank statements, company registration documents or evidence of assets
- Business plan (covering the business model, target markets and financial projections)
- Medical certificate issued by a local Mauritian medical institution
- Recent passport-sized photographs and the relevant letters of undertaking signed by the main applicant
Frequently Asked Questions About the Investor Visa
Must the investment be paid in a single instalment?
It is usually transferred within the prescribed period after the permit is issued, at a pace that follows the project and official rules; we set out the timetable clearly at the planning stage.
Must the company actually trade?
Yes. Genuine business operations are central to the Investor Visa, and both renewal and long-term residence require the relevant turnover thresholds to be met. We therefore do not recommend applying purely to hold status.
Can my spouse and children apply with me?
Yes. A spouse, unmarried children under 22 and dependent parents may all apply for dependant residence. Accompanying parents require a letter of undertaking from the main applicant and are assessed by the Immigration Office on a case-by-case basis.
Do I have to stay in Mauritius once I have the permit?
There is no mandatory minimum stay, but the company must continue to operate properly and file compliant returns, and the permit must be renewed on time.
First, Find Out Whether This Route Fits You
Tell us about your sector, investment size and family situation, and we will start with a free preliminary discussion before you decide whether to proceed.