Mauritius
15% flat income tax · Employee social ~3.5% (NPF + NSF) · Territorial for qualifying foreign income · No capital gains tax · No inheritance tax
Mauritius Tax Facts
— 2026Quick Country Comparison
— at MUR 1,500,000| Country | Take-home | Eff. Rate | vs Mauritius |
|---|---|---|---|
 Mauritius | MUR 1,219,500 | ~18.7% | — |
 Kenya | MUR 1,050,000 | ~30% | −MUR 169,500 |
 South Africa | MUR 1,020,000 | ~32% | −MUR 199,500 |
 UAE | MUR 1,500,000 | 0% | +MUR 280,500 |
Mauritius: 15% flat tax on income above MUR 390,000 exemption threshold; ~3.5% NPF/NSF social contributions. South Africa: progressive 18–45%. Kenya: 10–35%. UK equivalent illustration (GBP/MUR). MUR 1,500,000 ≈ $33,000. Illustrative — not tax advice.
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Mauritius uses the Mauritian Rupee (MUR). The income exemption threshold (MUR 390,000/year) means only income above this is subject to the 15% flat rate. The MUR trades at approximately MUR 45–47/USD as of June 2026.
Moving from Mauritius
Mauritius offers several residency pathways: Premium Visa (remote workers, 1-year renewable, no minimum income), Retired Non-Citizen Permit ($1,500/month pension transfer), and Occupation Permit (employment in Mauritius). The Mauritius Global Business sector offers additional tax advantages for holding companies and international businesses through the Global Business Licence regime.
Last Updated: June 2026 · Daniel · CountryTaxCalc