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INTRODUCTION

The Republic of Mauritius is an island in the Indian Ocean located about 2,000 km off the south-east coast of mainland Africa. The capital and largest city is Port Louis. The country has an area size of roughly 2,040 square kilometers, making it the 52nd largest country in the continent. With a population of about 1.27 million inhabitants, Mauritius is the 47th most populous nation in Africa. While no official language is recognized in the constitution, English and French are generally considered to be de facto national and common languages of Mauritius. They are the languages of government administration, courts, and business. Mauritian Creole is also widely spoken. The county’s economy is overwhelmingly driven by the services sector, which accounts for about 74 percent of GDP. The agricultural sector, which is dominated by sugar, accounts for 4 percent of the GDP, while industry accounts for 22 percent. The industrial sector is mainly made up of clothing and textiles. Among the key drivers of growth tourism, financial services, and fishing are the main sources of foreign exchange earnings.

ECONOMIC OVERVIEW

Mainly driven by financial services, retail and wholesale trade, and information and communications technology real GDP growth has been moderate but steady, averaging 3.6 percent during 2015–19. The country’s GDP per capita trended upward, reaching an estimated USD10,200 in 2019 —the third highest in Africa after Equatorial Guinea and Seychelles. However, the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic which has led to economic slumps in major markets, in addition to relative instability, is hurting investment, agro-industry and tourism which is one of the main sources of foreign exchange earnings in the country. For instance, tourist arrival declined by about 60 percent year-on-year in January-July. Additionally, containment measures including strict lockdown are disrupting economic activity and contributing to crippling private consumption and sectoral activity, particularly for retail. The decision to keep borders closed until November 2020 will further deepen the economic crisis. Consequently, the economy is

MIGRATING TO MAURITIUS HAS A TOURIST

If you are a Nigerian citizen looking to migrate to Mauritius, you will need to apply for a visa, which can be obtained on arrival as a tourist visa, allowing you to visit the country initially before exploring further options for permanent residency or work permits depending on your goals; however, be aware that some reports suggest potential difficulties for Nigerians securing longer-term visas in Mauritius. 

Key points about migrating to Mauritius from Nigeria as a tourist:

• Visa requirement:

Nigerian citizens need a visa to enter Mauritius, which can be obtained upon arrival at the airport. 

• Tourist visa duration:

The initial tourist visa allows for a short stay, typically around 14 days. 

• Further residency options:

If you want to stay in Mauritius longer, you can explore options like a work permit (Occupation Permit) or a residence permit depending on your skills, investment, or retirement plans. 

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