Conditions change. The Mauritius budget for 2026–2027 (presented on 19 June 2026) changed some permits. Applications are handled, and current conditions published, by the Economic Development Board (EDB). The amounts below come from a consultancy's overviews, not official sources, and are for guidance only.
Up to 90 days: no visa
Czech (and EU) citizens do not need a visa for stays of up to 90 days, see Travelling to Mauritius. For a longer stay you need one of the permits below.
Long-term stay options
| Option | Who it is for | What we know (for guidance) |
|---|---|---|
| Premium Visa | Remote work for a foreign employer or clients; a longer stay without working for the local market | A long-stay visa for remote work. Check the duration, required income and procedure directly with the EDB; as of 7 Nov 2026 we have not found a reliable up-to-date overview. |
| Residence and work permit (Occupation Permit): investor | Running your own Mauritian company | Since the 2026/27 budget, a minimum initial investment of USD 100,000; for renewal, turnover of MUR 5 million from year 3 and MUR 8 million from year 5. |
| Occupation Permit: self-employed | Self-employment through your own company | Initial transfer of USD 50,000 and evidence of clients (as of November 2025); since the 2026/27 budget, renewal requires income of MUR 2 million a year from year 3. |
| Occupation Permit: employee | Employment with a Mauritian company | Since the 2026/27 budget, a minimum monthly salary of MUR 50,000. |
| Retirement permit | Aged 50 and over, not working in Mauritius | Up to 10 years; the condition is a regular transfer of income to an account in Mauritius, as of November 2025 at least USD 2,000 a month. |
| Buying property | Buyers in approved projects for foreigners | Foreigners can buy only within approved schemes (for example IRS, RES, PDS, G+2). A purchase of at least USD 375,000 gives a right of residence for as long as you own the property (as of November 2025). |
| Golden Visa (new) | Major investors | Announced in the 2026/27 budget: an investment of at least USD 1 million in strategic sectors within 12 months. |
Source: Sovereign Group, Mauritius budget 2026/27 (3 Jul 2026), Sovereign Group, residence permits overview (November 2025), checked 7 Nov 2026
Things to consider
- Procedure and documents differ by type of permit. Expect bank statements, a criminal record certificate and health insurance.
- Tax and health insurance: sort these out with a tax adviser in your home country and in Mauritius before you move.
- Housing: how the different areas compare is explained on the Where to stay page.
- Property: buy only through a reputable notary and lawyer, and check that the project is approved for foreigners.
We can help
In a 30-minute consultation for CZK 990 we go through your situation: which route to take, in what order and whom to contact. We operate in Mauritius and know the local environment and rules from first-hand experience.