Mauritius has just announced the introduction of a new Visa Scheme, called Premium Visa, valid for a period of one year, renewable, to encourage eligible foreigners to come for a long stay in Mauritius, a COVID-safe destination.
The Premium Visa would allow non-citizens from countries listed in the Eighth Schedule of the Passport Regulations to come to Mauritius.
The new visa is ideal for:
Repeat tourist who had planned to retire in Mauritius before the COVID-19 Pandemic;
Retirees in countries where COVID-19 is putting them at risk and who wish to stay in a safer environment.
Investors and Professionals willing to come with their family and carry out their business or work remotely from Mauritius or offer their staff this facility.
Those having their children studying in Mauritius.
In order to qualify for the Premium Visa, the visitors must have proof of their long stay plans and sufficient travel and health insurance for the initial period of stay.
The following criteria should also be met:
Applicants should not enter the Mauritius Labour Market;
The main place of business and source of income and profits should be outside Mauritius;
Documentary evidence to support the application such as purpose of visit, accommodation, etc...
other basic immigration requirements.
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