Mauritius•AfricaYoung Professional Occupation Permit (YPOP)
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-28 days
Application Fee
50 USD
Stay Duration
Up to 3 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Occupation permit for recent graduates from Mauritius tertiary institutions. For foreign students who completed undergraduate degree in Mauritius. Valid up to 3 years in AI, Biotech, Fintech, Robotics, Finance, or IT fields.
The Young Professional Occupation Permit is a relatively new program designed to retain talented graduates from Mauritius's tertiary education institutions. It targets graduates in high-priority sectors (Artificial Intelligence, Biotechnology, Fintech, Robotics, Financial Services, and Information Technology) and must be applied for within 6 months of degree completion.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
300,000 MUR
per year
Personal
Education
Bachelor or higher
Documentation
Applicant Documents
University degree
Bachelor's degree from recognized Mauritius institution, certified copy
Valid passport
Current passport with sufficient validity
Employment contract
Signed contract with minimum MUR 25,000 basic salary
Sponsor Documents
Company registration
Business incorporation and registration details
Job description
Detailed position description in eligible field
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Advantages
- Designed for recent Mauritius graduates
- 3-year work authorization in high-tech fields
- Lower salary threshold than regular professional permits
- Fast-track processing (2-4 weeks)
- Pathway to regular Occupation Permit
- Focus on high-growth sectors
- Encourages talent retention
Considerations
- Limited to TEC-recognized Mauritius degree holders
- 6-month application window after graduation
- Restricted to specific employment sectors
- 3-year maximum duration
- Employment-dependent status
- USD 50 application fee
Application Process
Complete undergraduate degree
Finish bachelor's degree at Tertiary Education Commission-recognized institution in Mauritius
Secure employment
Obtain job offer in eligible field (AI, Biotech, Fintech, Robotics, Finance, IT)
Apply within 6 months
Submit application within 6 months of degree completion
Employer submits
Employer applies to EDB Occupation Permit Unit
EDB review
Economic Development Board evaluates application
Permit issued
YPOP issued for 3 years or contract duration
Application Forms
Young Professional Occupation Permit Application
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