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Investment in Mauritius Properties
Mauritius property investment delivers strong rental yields, capital appreciation, and a clear legal pathway for foreign buyers to gain residency. If you are ready to invest, Move To Mauritius handles every step, from scheme selection to keys in hand.
Why Is Mauritius a Smart Property Investment Right Now?
Mauritius sits at the intersection of a stable economy, a favourable tax regime, and a growing international buyer market. Foreign nationals can legally purchase property through government-approved schemes including the Property Development Scheme (PDS), the Smart City Scheme, and the Ground Floor Apartment scheme. A qualifying purchase of USD 375,000 or more automatically triggers eligibility for a Mauritian residence permit, making your investment work doubly hard for you.
Key advantages include:
- Zero capital gains tax on property sales
- No inheritance tax, protecting generational wealth
- Rental yields typically ranging from 4 to 7 percent in prime coastal areas
- Full repatriation of profits and rental income
- Residency by investment available from a single qualifying purchase
Which Property Schemes Are Open to Foreign Investors?
Choosing the right scheme shapes your costs, your lifestyle, and your residency outcome. The PDS is the most popular route, offering luxury villas and apartments in integrated resort communities. Smart City developments blend residential, commercial, and lifestyle amenities in emerging hubs like Moka and Beau Plan. Ground Floor Apartments in approved complexes offer a more accessible entry point, often in vibrant urban settings.
Each scheme has distinct rules around minimum spend, land title, and management obligations. Getting this wrong is costly. Our advisers match you to the scheme that fits your budget and long-term goals before you commit a single dollar.
How Does the Residency Pathway Work?
When your Mauritius property purchase meets the USD 375,000 threshold under an approved scheme, you and your dependants qualify for a residence permit. This permit is renewable and can lead to permanent residency after a qualifying period. For investors who want to live, retire, or run a business from the island, this is a powerful combined benefit that few other jurisdictions offer at this price point.
For a detailed breakdown of residency categories and permit conditions, the team at Mauritius Life publish thorough guides on the legal framework.
What Does Move To Mauritius Do for Property Investors?
We are a specialist relocation service, not a generic estate agent. That distinction matters. We coordinate your entire journey:
- Scheme and property shortlisting matched to your investment goals
- Developer introductions and site visits (in person or virtual)
- Legal and notarial referrals with trusted local professionals
- EDB and government registration support for your purchase
- Residency permit application management for you and your family
- Arrival logistics including schooling, banking, and community orientation
We work on your timeline, whether you are planning a move in three months or three years.
Is Now the Right Time to Buy?
Demand from European, South African, and Asian buyers has pushed prime coastal inventory down while prices have trended upward. New Smart City phases are selling off-plan faster than ever. Waiting costs you choice and, in many cases, money. The investors who move decisively are the ones who secure the best units at the best prices.
Ready to invest? Contact Move To Mauritius today for your free, no-obligation relocation and property investment quote. Tell us your budget, your timeline, and your goals, and we will map out your route to owning property in Mauritius.
Frequently asked questions
Can foreigners legally buy property in Mauritius?+
Yes. Foreign nationals can purchase property in Mauritius through government-approved schemes such as the PDS, Smart City Scheme, and Ground Floor Apartment scheme. Outside these schemes, freehold purchase by non-citizens is generally not permitted.
What is the minimum investment to qualify for a residence permit?+
A purchase of at least USD 375,000 in an approved scheme qualifies the buyer and their dependants for a Mauritian residence permit.
Are there taxes on property investment returns in Mauritius?+
Mauritius charges no capital gains tax and no inheritance tax. Rental income is subject to local income tax, but rates are low and double taxation treaties with many countries reduce your overall liability.
How long does the property purchase process take?+
From offer to notarial deed, the process typically takes between 60 and 120 days depending on the scheme, developer, and your readiness with documentation. Move To Mauritius helps keep the process on track.
Do I need to live in Mauritius to own an investment property there?+
No. Many investors purchase as a pure investment and rent their property through a management company. You only need to reside in Mauritius if you wish to activate and maintain your residence permit.
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