Mauritius Self-Employed Permit · 10 years
Freelance,
under the palm trees.
Run your independent business from Mauritius. A lightweight structure, gentle taxation and an unrivalled quality of life for consultants and freelancers.
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Relocating to Mauritius
Tax residency with the simplicity of a sole trader.
The Self-Employed permit lets you run your business in your own name, without setting up a company. A lightweight structure, ideal for freelancers and consultants.
Work from the lagoon, enjoy an exceptional setting and a community of international entrepreneurs. Mauritius offers the perfect balance between productivity and quality of life.
50+ freelancers joined us this year
Ultra-light administration
Forget the burden of company statutes, corporate secretaries and complex audits. You operate in your own name (Sole Proprietorship). Your accounting is kept as simple as possible.
Progressive income thresholds
The EDB requires turnover of Rs 2M (~USD 44,000) from year 3, then Rs 3M (~USD 66,000) from year 5. Demanding but clear thresholds, based on your business income (not a salary).
Family included
Despite this simplified status, you keep every privilege: a 10-year visa for you, your spouse and your children, plus full access to the local and international market.
More net in your pocket
No CSG/CRDS, no heavy social charges.
This visa is right for you if...
What you're looking for
An ultra-light structure
Sole Proprietorship, no company to set up
Long-term residency
10 years, renewable, for you and your family
Optimised taxation
Progressive income tax (0–20%, 35% above Rs 12M), 0% on capital gains
International clients
Invoice anywhere in the world
Family included
Spouse and children on the same permit
Requirements
USD 50,000 transferred
Into your Mauritian personal bank account
Viable business plan
A services activity (freelancer, consultant)
3 letters of intent
Including at least 2 local Mauritian clients
EDB turnover thresholds
Turnover Rs 2M (~USD 44,000)/year from year 3, Rs 3M (~USD 66,000)/year from year 5
Valid passport
Valid for at least 6 months at the time of application
Free 20-minute call • No commitment
BlueVisa handles everything for you
Relocating is a complex process: documents, deadlines, multiple contacts. We take care of it all, and you track progress in real time.
Self-Employed Timeline
File #SE-2026-456
File submitted
Approved on March 12
EDB review
In progressThe Economic Development Board is reviewing your business plan. Estimated response within 48 hours.
Bank account opening
Pending EDB approval
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Passport, diplomas, photos...
Your relocation in 6 steps
From preparation to obtaining your permit.
Preparation & Documents
Secure document upload on the platform.
Full drafting of your Business Plan and Financial Forecast in the strict format required by the EDB.
Approval in Principle
Your file is reviewed by the Economic Development Board (EDB).
Daily follow-up and immediate responses to the EDB's queries to speed up approval.
Business Registration
Setting up your Sole Proprietorship and obtaining your BRN (Business Registration Number).
Complete handling of registration formalities and obtaining official documents.
Finalisation in Mauritius
Medical exams, presentation of originals and final appointment at the EDB.
Coordination of medical exams and in-person support at your EDB appointment.
Personal Bank Account
Opening your multi-currency personal bank account.
Complete management of opening your personal account with our banking partners.
Integration & Settling In
Your new life begins: housing, schools, administrative formalities.
Property search, enrolling children in school, tax and administrative support.
Choose your level of support
From the visa file to a complete relocation, we adapt to your needs.
Essential
Permit + Registration + Bank account
- Your BlueVisa space to manage your entire relocation
- Drafting of a business plan compliant with the authorities
- 5-year financial forecast compliant with the authorities
- Complete handling of formalities (10-year permit)
- Registration of your Self-Employed activity
- Opening of the personal bank account
- Access to over 20 trusted partners
- Access to our expat community
- +400€ per dependent
Ideal for: Independent freelancers
All Inclusive
Essential + Full concierge
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Everything in Essential, plus:
- Forms and documents pre-filled by BlueVisa (goal: zero paperwork)
- Arrival concierge: transport, car rental, basic logistics
- Support for EDB, PIO and biometrics appointments
- Obtaining your TAN from the MRA (tax authority)
- Administrative assistance (up to 6 months after the permit)
- Daily-life settling-in guide
- €120 per dependent (instead of €400)
Ideal for: Freelancers & Families
Strategic
All Inclusive + Wealth advisory
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Everything in All Inclusive, plus:
- Personalised tax optimization
- Capital-gains realisation strategy (crypto, equities)
- Private banking with our partners
- Wealth strategy in Mauritius
- Introductions to local experts
Ideal for: Investors & Wealth
Relocated-or-refunded guarantee **
* Excluding government fees: USD 1,000/Self-Employed and USD 400/Dependent.
** Refund of BlueVisa fees in the event of a refusal not attributable to the client, subject to a complete and compliant file.
They took the leap
Freelancers like you who chose freedom.
"The Self-Employed process was surprisingly fast. Within 2 months I was settled in Grand Baie. The time zone is perfect for my French clients (only 2 or 3 hours' difference)."
"I was worried about the administrative complexity. In the end, the self-employed status is very light. I invoice my clients in Europe with no VAT, and the low, progressive income tax here is unbeatable."
"We came as a family. The fact that the Self-Employed status also covers the spouse and children for 10 years was decisive. The international schools here are excellent."
Frequently Asked Questions
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Your new life starts here
Join the freelancers who have chosen Mauritius. We handle everything, you enjoy the lagoon.
No commitment