On 10 April 2026, Cabinet approved a package of measures to cushion the economic impact of the Middle East conflict on households, businesses and vulnerable groups. At the same time, the Government embraced an offensive strategy built around attracting investors and internationally mobile families.
The centrepiece of this pivot is a golden visa-style residency pathway, expected to become the flagship of Mauritius's investment-attraction agenda. Supported by a dedicated fast-track concierge function within the Economic Development Board, the scheme aims to cover residence permits, company set-up and professional licensing in one streamlined service.
According to Henley and Partners, up to 165,000 millionaires are expected to relocate globally in 2026, a record figure. With the UAE continuously lowering barriers for its own Golden Visa, Mauritius must sharpen its offer.
Property and investment routes
The new framework builds on existing architecture. Foreign investors can access long-term residence through government-approved real estate schemes such as IRS, RES, PDS and Smart City, with a minimum investment of 375,000 US dollars. Residence is maintained for as long as the property is held.
For larger-scale capital, the Premium Investor Certificate targets projects of at least 500 million Mauritian rupees, with incentives negotiated case by case. These can include multi-year corporate tax exemptions, VAT relief and customs duty waivers.
The bigger picture
Taken together, the concierge function, the golden visa pathway and the investment certificates form a coherent strategy. They signal a clear ambition: Mauritius intends to position itself as an opportunity-rich jurisdiction where capital, talent and enterprise can relocate quickly and operate with confidence, even as global uncertainty deepens.
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