International Buyers
Acquiring Property in Mauritius with
Clarity, Structure, and Regulatory Certainty
Mauritius offers a secure and well-regulated framework for property ownership by non-citizens. The BOB Heritage advises non-citizens seeking to acquire residential or business property, providing independent guidance on eligibility, value, regulatory compliance, and execution.
Definition
Who Is Considered a Non-Citizen?
Under Mauritian law, a non-citizen includes any individual who is not a citizen of Mauritius, and certain companies, trusts, or legal entities where ownership, control, or domicile falls outside Mauritius.
This classification determines which property types may be acquired, whether prior authorisation is required, and which residency rules apply.
Why Advisory Matters
Why Non-Citizen Acquisitions Require Structured Advice
Property ownership by non-citizens is permitted only under approved statutory schemes, subject to approval by the EDB or the Prime Minister's Office. Any transfer without required authorisation is void under Mauritian law.
Confirm eligibility under the applicable framework
Ensure regulatory compliance
Assess value independently
Structure acquisitions correctly from the outset
Approved Frameworks
Residential Property Acquisition by Non-Citizens
Non-citizens may acquire residential property only under specific, approved frameworks.
Property Development Scheme (PDS)
The PDS is the primary mechanism for residential acquisition by non-citizens.
Villas, apartments, penthouses, or similar residences
Developed on freehold land
No statutory minimum purchase price
Managed developments with shared amenities
A Residence Permit may be granted where the acquisition value is USD 375,000 or more, for so long as the purchaser holds the property.
Commercial
Business Property Acquisition
Non-citizens may acquire freehold or leasehold immovable property for business purposes, subject to:
Registration as an investor
Prior authorisation from the EDB
Long-term leases exceeding 30 years may also be permitted under specific conditions.
Structure
Acquisition Structure
Residential properties under approved frameworks may be acquired:
Off-plan
During construction
Upon completion
Off-plan acquisitions are governed by Mauritian VEFA provisions, with staged payments linked to construction milestones.
Our Advisory
How The BOB Heritage Advises Non-Citizens
Our advisory extends well beyond identifying eligible properties. We support non-citizens with:
Regulatory eligibility assessment under current EDB rules
Independent valuations
Coordination with legal, tax, and notarial advisors
Discreet, advisory-led transaction execution
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Every mandate is approached independently and without execution bias, ensuring decisions are grounded in evidence, compliance, and long-term judgement.
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