Foreign direct investment in Mauritius
Money foreign companies and individuals invest to build or buy lasting businesses and assets in Mauritius.
Where it stands
Around 4.5% of GDP, with a large share going into real estate rather than factories or technology.
What it means
Property-led investment brings in dollars but relatively few long-term jobs, and it pushes up land prices. The Côte d'Or Special Economic Zone is an attempt to attract more productive investment.
Recent years
| Year | Foreign direct investment |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 2.24% |
| 2022 | 4.22% |
| 2023 | 5.4% |
| 2024 | 4.56% |
Why it moved
2021: Low during COVID.
2022: Doubled with the reopening; real estate, villas and apartments sold to foreigners, is a major channel.
2023: Peak at 5.4% of GDP.
2024: Eased to about 4.6%.