Republic of Mauritius · work sponsored
Young Professional Occupation Permit (YPOP)
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Work and residence permit allowing recent graduates of Mauritian tertiary institutions to take up local employment.
- Processing time
- Indicative only; applications are filed through the EDB residency portal. Confirm current timelines on the official page.
- Government fees
- Indicative only; statutory application fees apply by permit duration to successful applicants. Confirm current fees on the official EDB page.
- Typical duration
- Up to 3 years, with the actual term depending on the length of the employment contract.
- Sponsorship required
- Yes
- Leads to permanent residency
- No
Overview
The Young Professional Occupation Permit lets a non-citizen who has completed at least an undergraduate degree at a recognised Mauritian tertiary institution stay on to work for a local employer. It is administered by the Economic Development Board and its validity is tied to the length of the employment contract.
Eligibility
Typical criteria
- ✓Completed at least an undergraduate degree at a Mauritian tertiary institution recognised by the Higher Education Commission, or an equivalent recognised professional qualification.Economic Development Board (Mauritius) ↗
- ✓Secure a job offer from an employer based in Mauritius.Economic Development Board (Mauritius) ↗
- ✓Earn at least the minimum qualifying monthly basic salary set by the EDB for the YPOP.Economic Development Board (Mauritius) ↗
- ✓Hold a valid student visa at the time of application.Economic Development Board (Mauritius) ↗
Common blockers
- !Degree not obtained from a recognised Mauritian tertiary institution or accepted equivalent.Economic Development Board (Mauritius) ↗
- !No qualifying job offer from a Mauritius-based employer.Economic Development Board (Mauritius) ↗
- !Salary below the current EDB threshold for the YPOP.Economic Development Board (Mauritius) ↗
Typical evidence
- ·Degree certificate or institutional attestation.Economic Development Board (Mauritius) ↗
- ·Employment contract and job description with employer undertaking.Economic Development Board (Mauritius) ↗
- ·Company registration and incorporation documents.Economic Development Board (Mauritius) ↗
- ·Passport biodata page and valid student visa.Economic Development Board (Mauritius) ↗
Application pathway
Check the route fit
Graduate from a Mauritian tertiary institution recognised by the Higher Education Commission, or hold an accepted equivalent.
Build the evidence pack
Obtain an employment contract from a Mauritius-based employer meeting the YPOP salary threshold.
Submit through the official channel
Submit the YPOP application with the degree, contract and company documents.
After approval
After approval-in-principle, provide the medical certificate and pay the applicable duration-based fee.
Official application links
Where to actually go next
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.
- Official guidanceApplicant + sponsorUse official Young Professional Occupation Permit (YPOP) route page ↗
Use this official page to confirm requirements and follow the government filing route for Young Professional Occupation Permit (YPOP).
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Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the Young Professional Occupation Permit?+
It is open to non-citizens who have completed at least an undergraduate degree at a recognised Mauritian tertiary institution (or an accepted equivalent) and have a qualifying job offer from a Mauritius-based employer. Confirm the current criteria on the official EDB page.
How long is the YPOP valid?+
The permit is granted for up to 3 years, with the actual term depending on the length of the employment contract. Verify the current duration and fee tiers on the official page.
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