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Mauritius Tax Guide

Africa
Residency ProgramDigital Nomad VisaCitizenship by Heritage

Corporate Tax

15%

Personal Tax

15%

Tax System

worldwide

Overall Score

69/100

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Global Location
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Mauritius is located in Africa

About Mauritius's Tax System

Mauritius, located in Africa, offers a worldwide tax system. Under a worldwide tax system, residents are taxed on their global income regardless of where it's earned. However, various tax treaties and exemptions may apply to foreign-sourced income.

With a corporate tax rate of 15% and a top personal income tax rate of 15%,Mauritius offers a moderate tax environmentin our World Tax Index with an overall score of 69/100.

Tax Information

Corporate Tax

15%

Harmonized tax rate of 15% for corporate and personal income.

Personal Income Tax

15%

Worldwide

Top rate is 15%.

Economic & Investment Climate

Tax Stability7/10

Measures how often a country's tax regulations have changed over the last decade. Higher score means more predictable tax environment.

Tax Sovereignty8/10

Indicates how independent the country's tax system is from global pressures. Higher score means more control over own tax policies.

Economic Stability6/10

A measure of the country's overall economic health and predictability, based on GDP growth, inflation, and sovereign credit ratings.

Investment Health7/10

Reflects the safety and security of investments in the country, considering factors like legal protections for investors and political risk.

Corruption Perception5/10

Based on perceived levels of public sector corruption. Higher score indicates a cleaner, more transparent business environment.

Special Tax Regimes8/10

Rates the value of special programs offered, such as tax-free periods for new residents or designated economic zones. Higher score means more attractive incentives.

Investment & Residency Programs

Residency by Investment Program

Mauritius offers residency programs for foreign investors looking to establish a presence in the country.

Minimum Investment

$375,000

Investment Type

Real Estate, Business Investment

Minimum Stay

183 days per year for tax residency.

Special Conditions

Citizenship can be applied for after 7 years.

Digital Nomad Visa

Mauritius offers a Digital Nomad Visa for remote workers and freelancers looking to live and work from the country.

Visa Duration

1 year

Minimum Income Requirement

$1,500/month

Minimum Stay

No minimum

Special Conditions

Known as the Premium Travel Visa.

Citizenship Pathways

Citizenship by Heritage (Jus Sanguinis)

Mauritius offers citizenship through ancestry or bloodline connections.

Rule

Jus Sanguinis (Right of Blood)

Conditions

A person born outside Mauritius is a citizen by descent if, at the time of birth, either parent is a citizen of Mauritius.

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Quick Facts
RegionAfrica
Tax Systemworldwide
Corporate Tax15%
Personal Tax15%
Overall Score69/100

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