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is a bank account required before the EDB appointment?

rspadinger New member

Member since 01 April 2026

rspadingerNew memberToday 17:21:37

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Hello everyone,

I am currently applying for a Retirement Permit for Mauritius and would like to clarify one point regarding the process.

At the stage of the EDB appointment (for verification of original documents and visa issuance), is it already required to have a bank account opened in Mauritius, or can this be done after the appointment / approval?

I know that I have to transfer funds (minimum 2000 USD) within 60 days after receiving the permit.

Thank you in advance for your help.

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Tookays Serial expat

Member since 14 December 2022

TookaysSerial expatToday 19:53:38

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Chicken and egg!

Banks should let you open an account with the approval in principle, according to the EDB. Most banks will not . They will want to see the UID and proof of address. Or at least that was the system a while ago.

Good luck.

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