New budget 2025-2026 Mauritius

Dear Partners and Investors,

The 2025–2026 national budget of Mauritius will be presented today, Thursday 5 June 2025, from 5:00 PM at the National Assembly. This first budget from the Alliance for Change government, led by Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam and Deputy Prime Minister Paul Bérenger, is being closely watched. It comes at a complex economic time, marked by high public debt, a significant budget deficit, and growing social expectations.

What to expect from the national budget

The 2025–2026 budget marks a decisive turning point for Mauritius. It is the first budget presented by the new Alliance for Change government, unveiled on Thursday, 5 June 2025. In a demanding economic context, marked by high public debt and strong social pressure, the measures

The official publication is expected within the next few hours. This page offers a first glimpse of the key issues, with a full update to follow once the detailed budget is released.

Main issues addressed in the budget

Restoring public finances is among the top priorities. The government is facing a debt exceeding 640 billion rupees and a significant budget deficit. A series of structural reforms is also expected, notably to strengthen transparency, combat abuse, and modernise the administration.

Strategic sectors of the Mauritian economy such as tourism, renewable energy, SMEs, and exports could benefit from targeted support measures. There are also high expectations regarding the protection of purchasing power, with continued support for households and adjustments in response to inflation.

What this means for investors

For foreign buyers and property investors, this budget could bring several important adjustments. Regulations related to property ownership for non-residents, real estate investment schemes such as the PDS or Smart City Scheme, and the conditions for obtaining residence permits will need to be closely monitored.

Targeted tax changes affecting foreign investments, rental income, or acquisition structures could be announced. We will be analyzing each of these measures as soon as they are officially published.

The new 2025–2026 Mauritius budget is attracting particular attention from investors, expatriates, and professionals looking to settle, invest, or develop a project in Mauritius. This budget, marking a new political and economic phase for the country, is expected to reshape key regulations, particularly in taxation, real estate, and residence schemes.

Even before the full publication of the 2025–2026 Mauritius budget, expectations are clear: adapting to global economic challenges, enhancing attractiveness for foreign investment, and improving legal and fiscal frameworks.

For anyone interested in acquiring property in Mauritius, starting a business, or relocating, the content of the new 2025–2026 Mauritius budget will play a key role. Many changes could affect property access for foreigners, taxation for non-residents, and benefits linked to real estate programs such as the PDS or Smart City Scheme.

The introduction of new laws, tax measures, and administrative provisions is one of the main features of this new 2025–2026 budget. Mauritius may also revise the conditions for obtaining residence permits, with a focus on transparency, digitalised procedures, and optimised investment in key sectors such as luxury real estate, renewable energy, and high-end tourism.

To anticipate the upcoming changes, this page will be updated in the next few hours with the full set of official information. You will find a detailed analysis of the new 2025–2026 Mauritius budget, the reforms directly impacting international investors, and practical advice to adjust your plans.