Requirements
US$1,500/month per adult applicant (US$500 per dependent child); free of charge (Passport and Immigration Office)
Tax & notes
Foreign remote-work income is taxed only when remitted to Mauritius; spending on a foreign card is not treated as remitted
Key requirement: Remote work for an overseas employer or clients; US$1,500/month; accommodation and insurance; no local employment
Dataset record checked September 6, 2026. Confirm current rules with the relevant government authority.
Who this fits
Estimates from Mauritius's own visa and cost-of-living figures — not a citizenship-specific eligibility check. Confirm current rules before applying. Compare Mauritius against another destination →
At different income levels
| Earning & spending | Visa income test | Left after typical costs |
|---|---|---|
| $2,000/mo | Fits | +$800/mo |
| $3,000/mo | Fits | +$1,800/mo |
| $4,000/mo | Fits | +$2,800/mo |
Meeting-hours overlap
| Their 9–5 | Local time here |
|---|---|
| US East Coast | 5:00 PM–1:00 AM |
| US West Coast | 8:00 PM–4:00 AM |
| UK / Western Europe | 12:00 PM–8:00 PM |
Tax treatment reflects the regime available to nomad-visa holders. Data: WhereNext (getwherenext.com), CC BY 4.0, compiled from government, institutional, and labeled secondary sources. USD values and cost estimates are modeled and indicative. Confirm current native requirements with the relevant authority before making decisions.
The Premium Visa is Mauritius's route for remote workers who want to live there while working for clients or an employer abroad. The dataset models the income threshold at approximately $18,000 per year. The visa is granted for up to 12 months. Below are the published financial, duration, cost, processing, and tax details. These figures do not determine eligibility; confirm the current rules with the relevant government authority before applying.
Frequently asked questions
What financial proof do I need for the Mauritius digital nomad visa?+
The dataset's approximate USD conversion is $18,000 per year. Household rules and exchange rates can change, so verify the native-currency requirement with the relevant authority.
How long can I stay in Mauritius on this visa?+
The visa is issued for up to 12 months, and many programs are renewable — see the renewable field above.
How much does the Mauritius nomad visa cost to apply?+
Application costs vary and aren't published in our dataset — confirm the current fee with the relevant authority.