🇲🇺 Mauritius · Employer-sponsored work
Residence Permit for Internship — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €184 |
| Minimum annual salary | MUR 120,000 |
| Proof of savings | €919 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Education | bachelors |
| Age range | 18–35 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €92 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://passport.govmu.org/passport/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/RESIDENCE-PERMIT-FOR-INTERNSHIP-AND-PLACEMENT_0001.pdf.
- Typical processing: ~30 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €184.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“The non-citizen who has been granted a Residence Permit for the internship/placement is not allowed to draw a salary or wages in Mauritius. However, the local company in Mauritius may grant the non-citizen a stipend.”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.