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Mauritius Remittance-Based Taxation

Mauritius uses remittance-based taxation where foreign income is only taxed when brought into the country. Maximum 20% PIT with no capital gains, wealth, or inheritance taxes.

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Regime overview

Status
Active
Type
Default favorable
Duration
Indefinite
Highlight
Foreign income taxed only when remitted to Mauritius
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Tax situation

Remittance-Based Taxation

Eligibility
Residency
Duration
Indefinite
Income Tax
0-20%
Foreign Income
Remittance basis
Capital Gains
None
Dividends
None
Wealth Tax
None
Inheritance Tax
None

Key benefits

Foreign income taxed only when remitted to Mauritius
No capital gains tax on securities, real estate, or virtual assets
No wealth, inheritance, or gift taxes

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New personal income tax rate bands (0%, 10%, 20%) announced by government

Government of Mauritius - Income Tax - Introduction of New Tax Rates·Last checked: 13/01/26

Individual taxation scope and foreign-income remittance-basis description

PwC Worldwide Tax Summaries - Mauritius, Individual - Taxes on personal income·Last checked: 13/01/26

No tax on capital gains in Mauritius (general rule)

PwC Worldwide Tax Summaries - Mauritius, Individual - Income determination·Last checked: 13/01/26

Dividends paid by a Mauritius-resident company are exempt income for individuals

Mauritius Revenue Authority (MRA) - Exempt Income·Last checked: 13/01/26

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