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Mauritius · Investment route
Secure Mauritius permanent residency by transferring your retirement or pension funds and enjoy a tax-friendly lifestyle.
Last updated: 2025-10-17
Programme overviewنظرة عامة
The Mauritius Permanent Residency – Retirement / Pension Transfer Route enables applicants aged 50+ to secure permanent residency by transferring USD 500,000 of retirement or pension funds to a Mauritius bank account. Eligible dependents include spouse, children up to 24, and dependent parents. Only 1 day per year physical presence is required to maintain residency.
What you getالمزايا
Permanent residency in Mauritius within 2–3 months.
Dependents included: spouse, children up to 24, and dependent parents.
Tax-efficient environment for retirees and pensioners.
Safe, multicultural society with a tropical climate.
Access to quality healthcare, banking, and leisure facilities.
Investment & costsالتكاليف
Qualifying investment
Minimum Pension/Retirement Transfer
Before application submission · Transfer to a Mauritius bank; maintain for residency.
Government Application Fee
Upon submission · Payable to Immigration Dept.
Residence Permit Fee (per person)
Upon approval · Per person, for permit issuance.
Legal & Advisory (est.)
During application preparation · Estimated legal & translation costs.
Government & due-diligence fees
Figures are indicative and exclusive of professional fees. Your advisor confirms an exact, written cost breakdown for your family size.
Eligibilityالأهلية
Requirements
Age 50+ for the main applicant.
Transfer a minimum of USD 500,000 of retirement or pension funds to a Mauritius bank.
Clean criminal records for all adult applicants.
Provide proof of legal source of funds and pension documentation.
Maintain at least 1 day of physical presence per year to keep residency active.
Proof of funds
Who cannot apply
Applicants under 50 years of age (unless specially approved).
Failure to maintain minimum fund transfer.
Criminal convictions or non-compliance with immigration rules.
The processكيف نعمل
Preliminary Eligibility Check
Verify age, fund availability, and basic eligibility before transferring retirement/pension funds.
Open Mauritius Bank Account
Set up a bank account with a recognized Mauritius bank to receive your pension/retirement funds.
Transfer Retirement/Pension Funds
Transfer the minimum USD 500,000 from your home country to Mauritius following banking regulations.
Submit Residency Application
Provide all required documents, including proof of fund transfer, to the Mauritius Immigration Department.
Document Verification & Approval
Authorities review submitted documents and verify compliance with program rules.
Residence Permit Issuance
Receive your permanent residence permit, typically within 2–3 months.
Document checklistالوثائق
Identity & Civil
Certified copies; notarized translations if not in English/French.
- ✦Valid passport (all applicants)
- ✦Birth certificates & marriage certificate (if applicable)
Financial & Pension
Funds must originate from abroad.
- ✦Bank statements and pension/annuity statements
- ✦Source-of-funds/wealth evidence
- ✦SWIFT confirmation of inbound transfer to a Mauritius-recognized bank
Compliance & Health
Required for main applicant and adult dependents.
- ✦Police/morality certificate (≤6 months old)
- ✦Medical certificate & health insurance
Your XIPHIAS advisor prepares a personalised document list at onboarding. The checklist above is indicative and may vary by family size.
Family scopeالأسرة
All eligible dependants can be included in one application or added after approval.
Age limits, dependency definitions, and addition fees vary by jurisdiction. Your advisor confirms exact rules at onboarding.
Approved projectsالمشاريع
Pension / Retirement Fund Transfer via Mauritius Bank
Funds must be transferred from abroad and maintained per program rules.
Project availability and inventory change. Your advisor confirms current options and any exclusive allocations at onboarding.
Risk notes
Banking, currency, and policy risks apply. Ensure professional tax and legal advice. Non-compliance with fund maintenance or presence rules can affect residency.
Questionsأسئلة شائعة
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A minimum of USD 500,000 must be transferred to a Mauritius-recognized bank.
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