Renting a long term place whilst visa request in process

BretonneMaurice Active member

Member since 22 August 2023

BretonneMauriceActive member24 September 2023 18:16:51

Hello,

currently waiting for the occupation permit as employer submitted all documents - but I understand it takes much longer than it used to (is that right?), and wondering whether I can go for a long term rental. Am now in a short-term apartment but will have to move out and looking to have a bigger and more "permanent" house for me and family.

Would anyone know if I can sign a rental agreement and rent without a resident visa or occupation permit? Thanks

savanvida Banned

Member since 07 September 2023

savanvidaBanned24 September 2023 18:33:32

@BretonneMaurice

Hello Bretonne,

As far as I'm aware it is illegal for foreign nationals to rent a property without a current employment or residency permit, according to legislation. It is forbidden to rent property in Mauritius without these papers.

I'd be careful going into any rental agreement based on Mauritian law but you can also double check with a lawyer 馃檪

Ceresiet Serial expat

Member since 16 February 2020

CeresietSerial expat24 September 2023 18:48:01

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If all else fails, get a Premium Visa in the meantime - it鈥檚 Free, you apply online, and i鈥檛s聽 valid for 12 months聽 (renewable)

(currently renting in Beau Vallon / Mah茅bourg area for 4 months wothout a problem, although I know 鈥漧ong term鈥� here refers to a 12 month or longer rental term).