Over the years, Mauritius has firmly established itself as a property investment gold mine. With property sold to Non-Mauritian residents through property schemes such as the PDS, IRS and RES; it has been noted that to date around 40% of the foreign property investors in Mauritius are South Africans.
The widespread interest in Mauritian property is twofold as non-Mauritian’s find the lifestyle offerings extremely attractive. Some lifestyle benefits include having access to schools and universities of international standards, the advantage of working and living within smart, technologically advanced cities, and the ability to conduct business with ease.
For those after more than lifestyle offerings, by investing in Mauritius property, investors also benefit by having secure ownership rights, maximum 15% income and corporation tax, no capital gains tax and no inheritance tax, no exchange controls and so much more. Most significantly, when investing in property over $500 000, investors are given Mauritian residency.
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Mauritius property investment
