The process of buying a property can be complex and time consuming. We've broken it down into a step by step guide, explaining what happens at each stage. Of course if you have any questions, please contact us and we'll be happy to help.

Register with us
It is worth registering with us details of what you are looking for so that you receive information on new properties coming to the market, giving you the chance to view early. You can register over the phone or by visiting our office.

Viewings
Viewings can be conducted by appointment between 10am – 3.30pm Monday to Friday and 10am - 1pm on Saturdays.

Make an offer
Once you have found the right property, we will put your offer forward to the seller. This is an initial statement of interest and we will guide you throughout the negotiating process.

Offer accepted
Once your offer is accepted, the sale process can begin. It is up to the buyer to appoint a notary who will undertake all legal proceedings. The contract is then signed by you and the seller at the notary’s office. The document is then lodged with the Government Registration Unit and is  then returned to you after approximately three weeks when the property has been registered in your name.

Taxes and fees applicable
Government taxes applicable to the buyer are 5% of the value of the property. The government tax applicable to the seller is 10% of the value of the property.

Notary fees are approximately 2% + VAT and payable upon signature of the contract.

Agency fees are 2% +VAT and payable upon signature of the contract.

Acquisition of Property by Foreigners

Under the Non-Citizen Property Restriction Act, a non-citizen cannot hold, acquire or purchase property in Mauritius. However there are certain exceptions where foreigners are able to acquire Mauritian property. These are listed below:

• The spouse has Mauritian nationality
• Acquisition of property for business purposes. (more information on the website www.investmauritius.com)
• Acquisition of property under the Integrated Resort Scheme (IRS)

The Integrated Resort Scheme, IRS

The IRS is a new investment opportunity which allows foreigners to have freehold ownership by allowing them to acquire luxury villas on land, in specific resorts, approved by the Board of Investment (BOI). 

The IRS provides for the development of luxury residential units of international standing as well as extensive and high-class leisure and recreational facilities. 

Eligibility for purchase of villas:

1. Non-citizens of Mauritius;
2. Foreign companies under the Companies Act (of Mauritius) 2001;
3. Citizens of Mauritius;
4. Companies incorporated under the Companies Act 2001.
5. The amount of investment should not be less than US$500,000.
6. The land on which the property is built should not exceed 1.25 arpents.

Please contact us for available IRS Schemes