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Are you a digital nomad looking for a new place to call your temporary home? Mauritius might just be the answer. Being an island nation located off the southeast coast of Africa, Mauritius has been the destination for many travelers looking to unwind at the beach or with an ocean view.
Recently, they introduced their digital nomad visa, which allows remote workers to migrate there for an extended period of time. In this article, we’ll explain how this visa works, the requirements, and how to apply for it.
The Mauritius digital nomad visa (DNV) is a new visa category designed to attract remote workers and foreign currencies to the island. It generally allows remote workers and digital nomads to live and work in Mauritius for up to one year. This is because the visa is only valid for a year.
Fun fact: You don’t have to be a digital nomad to apply for the Digital Nomad Visa. It’s available to retirees and any remote workers. Plus, you can also relocate with your family members.
There are many upsides to working and living in Mauritius. Some of them include;
Eligibility criteria vary, especially if you’re not on the list of countries eligible for this visa. However, the most important criterion is that you have a stable remote job with a monthly income of at least $1,500.
Eligible African countries include; Namibia, Tanzania, Kenya, Egypt, Burundi, Gabon, Rwanda, Barbados, Seychelles, Benin, Lesotho, Uganda, Chad, DRC, Ghana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Cape Verde, Botswana, Sierra Leone, Mozambique, Gambia, South Africa, and Angola.
If your country isn’t on the list, you will have to first apply for a tourist visa. Then when you get to Mauritius, apply for the Digital Nomad Visa.
Before applying for this visa, be sure to meet the following criteria or checklist.
If you’re ready to apply for the Mauritius DNV, here’s a step-by-step guide to help you through the process. Since the entire process is online, it takes a few minutes once you have all your documents ready.
Once you meet the requirements, it’s very rare for your application to be denied. However, in the unlikely event that it happens, we recommend reviewing your documents to be sure they are correct and applying again.
PS: There are no application fees for the Mauritius DNV when you apply directly. However, if you use travel agencies, your application might be subject to certain fees.
Once your application is approved, here are a few things we think will help make your stay even better.
Brush up on your French skills. While English is widely spoken, French is still the major language on the island. So it’s nice to be able to understand the locals.
Get a reliable foreign account: The last thing you need in a foreign country is money problems. This is why we recommend getting a foreign account with Grey. With your Grey app, you don’t have to worry about receiving payments from your employers, sending invoices on time, or even converting your money.
The Mauritius Digital Nomad Visa is a great opportunity for remote workers looking to relocate to an inexpensive, secure country. However, while applying for this visa, be sure you have your foreign payments on lockdown with Grey to avoid any hiccups along the way. Create a free account here.
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