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Occupation Permit (Professional)

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Combined work and residence permit for foreign professionals employed in Mauritius under a local or multinational employment contract.

Requires sponsorshipLeads to permanent residencyIssued for up to 10 years and renewable, subject to a continuing qualifying employment contract.
Processing time
Indicative only; applications run through the EDB residency portal and the National E-Licensing System. Confirm current timelines on the official page.
Government fees
Indicative only; statutory processing and application fees apply to successful applicants. Confirm current fees on the official EDB page.
Typical duration
Issued for up to 10 years and renewable, subject to a continuing qualifying employment contract.
Sponsorship required
Yes
Leads to permanent residency
Yes
Reviewed Economic Development Board (Mauritius) ↗

In short

As of 10 July 2026, the Occupation Permit (Professional) for Republic of Mauritius is a sponsor-led Mauritius immigration route. Sources: official Republic of Mauritius government pages, reviewed 10 July 2026.

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What is the Occupation Permit (Professional) in Republic of Mauritius?

Occupation Permit (Professional) is a sponsor-led Mauritius route. Indicative government fees are Indicative only; statutory processing and application fees apply to successful applicants. Confirm current fees on the official EDB page; indicative processing time is Indicative only; applications run through the EDB residency portal and the National E-Licensing System. Confirm current timelines on the official page; typical duration is Issued for up to 10 years and renewable, subject to a continuing qualifying employment contract. This route can lead to permanent residence.

Verified against Economic Development Board (Mauritius) on 1 June 2026.

Overview

The Occupation Permit in the Professional category allows a non-citizen with an employment contract from a Mauritius-based employer to live and work in the country. It is processed by the Economic Development Board and issued via the Passport and Immigration Office. Long-term holders meeting a higher sustained salary may progress to a Permanent Residence Permit.

Eligibility

Typical criteria

Common blockers

Typical evidence

Application pathway

  1. Check the route fit

    Obtain a contract from a Mauritius-registered employer meeting the EDB salary threshold for professionals.

  2. Build the evidence pack

    Submit the Occupation Permit application via the National E-Licensing System with the required documents.

  3. Submit through the official channel

    After approval-in-principle, provide the medical certificate and any outstanding documents and pay statutory fees.

  4. After approval

    Collect the issued Occupation Permit and live and work in Mauritius for its validity, renewing as eligibility continues.

After approval: prepare for your next step

For Occupation Permit (Professional), use the actual decision and the issuing authority’s instructions to establish what has been granted. A successful application, permission to enter, permission to work and a residence document are not interchangeable.

  1. 1. Check the decision. Confirm the name, passport, status granted, start date and any next action. Resolve an error with the authority before relying on the document for travel or employment.
  2. 2. Establish the travel step. Read any entry window, activation, collection or in-country registration instruction. For an extension or change of status, do not assume leaving the country is required or safe while a further step remains pending.
  3. 3. Confirm what you may do. Agree the lawful start date and onboarding with the employer or sponsor. Check whether the permission names an employer, role or activity before changing the arrangement.
  4. 4. Organise the household. Check each accompanying person’s permission separately, then arrange healthcare, accommodation, access to money and the relevant local registrations. A tax number or bank account does not by itself prove a right to work.
  5. 5. Keep the ongoing conditions visible. Record the actual expiry, renewal process, permitted absences and any duty to report changes. An initial grant does not automatically establish permanent residence or citizenship.
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Plan the practical side of your stay

Once you have checked the official route, you can prepare for day-to-day life in Mauritius. These optional services are separate from the application and do not establish visa eligibility.

Official application links

Where to actually go next

Government links only

These are the official pages to use for this route. Open them before preparing documents: the forms, fees, appointment systems, and sponsor steps can change without warning.

  1. Official guidanceApplicant + sponsor
    Use official Occupation Permit (Professional) route page ↗

    Use this official page to confirm requirements and follow the government filing route for Occupation Permit (Professional).

    Economic Development Board (Mauritius) · verified

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Frequently asked questions

Can my family join me on the Occupation Permit (Professional)?+

Dependants may apply for residence linked to the main permit holder through the EDB residency framework. Check the current dependant rules on the official portal before applying.

Does the Occupation Permit (Professional) lead to permanent residence?+

Holders who sustain a higher qualifying basic salary over the required number of consecutive years may become eligible to apply for a longer-term Permanent Residence Permit. Confirm the current salary and duration conditions on the official EDB page.

Is there a medical exam for the Mauritius Occupation Permit (Professional)?+

Yes. Passing the required medical examination after approval-in-principle is one of the eligibility criteria, and a medical certificate dated within the required window after approval-in-principle is part of the evidence pack. Confirm current requirements on the official EDB page.

How long is the Occupation Permit (Professional) valid before I have to renew it?+

The Professional Occupation Permit is issued for up to 10 years and is renewable, subject to a continuing qualifying employment contract with a Mauritius-based employer. Verify the current validity and renewal terms on the official EDB page.

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How we verified this

We check every figure on this page against the primary government source, record the date it was last checked, and re-check it on a regular schedule. Rules change, so always confirm time-sensitive details with the official source before you rely on them. Visa Atlas is an information-only publication and does not give legal advice.

Primary source: Economic Development Board (Mauritius)

Last checked: 1 June 2026

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