Understanding real estate agency fees in Mauritius

Acheter ou louer un bien à l’île Maurice implique toujours des démarches précises et des coûts à bien anticiper. Among these, real estate agency fees often raise questions. At Westimmo, we believe it is essential to understand what they are, how they are calculated, and in which cases they can be covered by the developer or included in the sale price.

Regulated and transparent fees

In Mauritius, agency fees follow simple practices:

• For a real estate sale, they represent 2% of the sale price, plus 15% VAT.
• For long-term rentals, they correspond to one month’s rent + VAT.

These fees cover all of the agency’s work: property valuation, photos, advertising, managing viewings, administrative checks, negotiation, support until the signing at the notary’s office or handover of the keys, and follow-up after the transaction.

At Westimmo, a different approach

Our mission is to simplify the journey for every customer and ensure complete transparency.

• For new purchases (new developments, villas, or apartments under the IRS, PDS, or G+2 schemes), the buyer is not required to pay any agency fees. They are handled directly by the developer.
• For resales or properties not included in programs, agency fees apply, but they are always clearly indicated before any visit or signature.
• For long-term rentals, the costs are detailed from the outset, so that each party knows exactly how much the service will cost.

Our priority is to offer a comprehensive service: advice, legal support, administrative assistance, and genuine local support until the keys are handed over, during the rental period, and when the keys are returned at the end of the rental period.

Why these fees exist

Agency fees are not simply a commission: they reflect the added value of professional support.
In Mauritius, transactions often involve several checks:

• title compliance
• control of purchase authorizations for foreigners
• verification of the investment plan (PDS, RES, G+2, etc.)
• notarial and tax support

A good agent ensures the security of your purchase and helps you avoid costly mistakes. At Westimmo, our local team is committed to defending your interests at every stage, in complete confidentiality.

Potential savings depending on the type of property

If you buy a new property, Westimmo allows you to save on the usual agency fees. This represents up to 2% of the property value, which is a substantial saving on a real estate purchase in Mauritius.

In other cases, agency fees are set according to market standards, but always with complete transparency and a tailor-made service.

The assurance of comprehensive support

Westimmo takes care of everything: property selection, negotiation, notarial follow-up, banking and administrative procedures, and even rental management if you want to make your investment profitable. It is this comprehensive support, both personal and professional, that justifies and adds value to our fees.

Point by point

Agency fees in Mauritius are generally 2% + VAT for a sale, and one month’s rent + VAT for a rental.
At Westimmo, buyers of new developments often benefit from support without agency fees.
We guarantee complete transparency and comprehensive management of your real estate project, from initial contact to key handover.

⚠️ The costly mistake: ruling out new-builds by comparing headline prices. On a new development (IRS, PDS, G+2), agency fees are borne by the developer: for the same budget, the real acquisition cost is not what you think. Always compare with fees included.

Key takeaways:

• Sale: 2% of the price + 15% VAT; long-term rental: one month’s rent + VAT.
• On new developments (IRS, PDS, G+2): no agency fees for the buyer — the developer bears them.
• The fees cover the whole journey: valuation, photos, viewings, checks, negotiation, support through to the notary.

Frequently asked questions

What are the agency fees for a property sale in Mauritius?

They amount to 2% of the sale price, plus 15% VAT.

And for a long-term rental?

One month’s rent + VAT, in line with Mauritian market practice.

Who pays agency fees on a new development?

Nobody on the buyer side: on new acquisitions (IRS, PDS, G+2) they are borne directly by the developer. Browse the new developments in Mauritius.

What do agency fees cover?

The whole journey: property valuation, photos, marketing, viewings, administrative checks, negotiation, support through to signing at the notary and post-transaction follow-up.