Smart City Scheme
Smart City Scheme developments are master-planned mixed-use projects combining offices, residential units, retail, education and leisure. Non-citizens may buy residential units within them, and holders of an Occupation, Residence or Permanent Residence Permit may also acquire a serviced plot to build on.
At a glance
| Residential units | Open to non-citizens with EDB authorisation. Residence permit at USD 375,000 and above |
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| Serviced plots | Available to Occupation, Residence and Permanent Residence Permit holders for a residential build, subject to size limits and a construction deadline |
| Registration duty | 5% of the purchase price, paid by the buyer |
| Developments | Beau Plan, Moka, Mon Trésor, Uniciti, Cap Tamarin and others |
Who it suits
Families who want to live close to schools, offices and services rather than in a coastal resort, and professionals who prefer a town setting. The Smart Cities in the centre and north have become the established choice for families relocating with children of school age.
Building on a serviced plot
A permit holder may buy a plot within a Smart City and build a home on it. The plot is serviced with roads and utilities, the design must conform to the estate's guidelines, and construction must begin within a set period. This is the only route by which most non-citizens can build a house of their own design in Mauritius, and we manage the acquisition, the EDB approval and the introduction to architects and contractors.
Before you reserve
The buyer's position is decided at signature, not afterwards. If you are looking at a development, speak to us before the reservation deposit is paid and we will tell you what to examine.