Apply In-Person:

1. To Convert Agricultural Land to Non-Agricultural Use in person, the applicant should contact the Mauritius Agricultural Services. Contact link
2. Applicants should obtain the application form from the authority or download the application form from this link.
3. The applicant should legibly complete the application form as required. Note that the application should be made in the name of the owner/s of the land and the form should be signed by the latter or any person legally entitled to do so.
4. A detailed description of the proposed use of the land, including the size and boundaries of the land, any proposed buildings or structures, and any other relevant information.
5. Once the form is accurately completed, the applicant should gather and prepare all the required supporting documents as mentioned in the “Required Documents” section below and attach the documents to the application form in a single file.
6. Applicants should submit the form along with the necessary documents to the relevant authority in Mauritius.
7. Applicants must Pay the registration fees and the fees details can be found under the “Fees” section of this page.
8. The official will verify the application and check if all the required documents are provided by the applicant including the payment receipt.
9. After the verification, the officer will complete the official use section of the application and forward the application for further assessment and approval.
10. Applicant application will be reviewed and if the application is deemed to be incorrect due to an error in the application form or documents, they will be contacted by the Land Conversion Unit and requested to correct the error or provide more or accurate documents to complete their application.
11. If their application is assessed and it satisfies all the required conditions, the application will be approved.
12. Upon approval, the land conversion permit will be processed, and the applicant will be informed by the land conversion unit to collect it when it is availed for collection.
13. Generally, the process should take around 10-15 working days from the date of submission.

1. Non-Agricultural Conversion Permit Application Form
2. Notarized Deed of Sale (if land is sold)
3. Title Deeds of the Land
4. Land Tax Receipts
5. Survey Plan of the Land
6. Certificate of Registration of the Land
7. Land Valuation Certificate
8. Certified Copy of ID Card of the Landowner
9. Proof of Ownership of the Land
10. Application for Change of Use of the Land
11. Environmental Impact Assessment Certificate
12. Proof of Payment of Non-Agricultural Conversion Fees

Agro-Industry and Food Security
Central Government Office
Address: Level 8 & 9,
Renganaden Seeneevassen Bldg, Maillard St,
Port Louis, Mauritius RGP3+3R
Port Louis, Mauritius
Contact number: +2302120854
Tel: +230 212 0854, +230 212 2940
Fax: +230 212 4427
E-mail: moaheadoffice@govmu.org
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Agricultural Services Agricultural Chemistry Division
Contact Person: Mrs. H. DOWLUT
Position: Principal Scientific Officer
Tel: (230) 466 1435/1420
Fax: (230) 466-1559
E mail:moa-agric-chem@govmu.org / hdowlut@govmu.org

Mauritius Revenue Authority 
Customer Service Desks,
Ground floor MRA Headquarters,
Ehram Court, Corner Mgr Gonin & Sir Virgil Naz Streets,
Port Louis
Hotline 2076010
Taxpayer Services Phone: 207 6000
Fax: 211 8099
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• In Mauritius, a person is eligible to convert agricultural land to non-agricultural use if they are a registered landowner in the country.
• The landowner must provide evidence of ownership of the land to the relevant local authority and apply for the conversion.
• The landowner must also provide a detailed plan of the proposed use of the land and adhere to all relevant zoning regulations.

Generally, the fees for such conversions are as follows:

• Application Fee: Rs 1,500
• Valuation Fee: Rs 25,000
• Conversion Fees: 0.25% of the approved value of the land
• Planning Fee: Rs 2,500
• Legal and Administrative Charges: Rs 10,000
• Registration Fee: Rs 2,500
• Stamp Duty: 1.5% of the approved value of the land
• Land Transaction Tax: 3% of the approved value of the land

• The validity period for Convert Agricultural Land to Non-Agricultural Use in Mauritius is 10 years.

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• Generally, the process should take around 10-15 working days from the date of submission.

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• Applicants/co- Applicant’s Details
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• Date of birth
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• Full name of the applicant
• Company name
• Directors’ name
• Flat/Block/App No:
• Street No/Name
• Locality/Town/Village
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 Details of Land to be converted

• Street/Road
• Locality/District
• Transcription No. of Title Deed
• The area as per Title Deed
• Area to be converted
• Declaration by the applicant/Co-Applicant

• Converting agricultural land to non-agricultural use is important in Mauritius to meet the demands of its rapidly growing population and to facilitate economic development.
• This helps to create jobs and stimulate economic activity, as well as providing a higher standard of living for the people of Mauritius. Additionally, converting agricultural land helps to reduce pressure on existing land resources and prevent further deforestation in the island nation.

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