FinTech in Mauritius

We can help you to navigate the complexities of setting up your FinTech enterprise as your local business partner

Why set up FinTech in Mauritius?

For the past few years Mauritius has been implementing a plan to become a Mauritius African Fintech hub.

FinTech Hub

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The Mauritius Africa FinTech Hub (MAFH) has been set up with assistance from the Mauritius government and Economic Development Board to bring some substance to the environment needed to promote Mauritius on this front. This hub brings together innovators, entrepreneurs, government agencies and corporates, as well as working with other African Fintech Hubs to allow financial service providers and Fintech companies to work together to create products in a safe, innovative and nurturing environment.

Security Token Offering

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Since digital assets are deemed Securities, it follows that a Security Token Offering is regulated in Mauritius by the Securities Act. Thanks to Guidance Notes issued by the FSC, Securities Token Offerings and Security Token Trading Systems are both permitted and provided for and this is another string to the bow for FinTech in Mauritius.

Sandbox Licence

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The Regulatory Sandbox Licence was created to enable innovative businesses to exist where there is no current legal or regulatory framework. It is run in Mauritius through the Economic Development Board, and allows companies to start, in a well-defined and controlled manner allowing the authorities to understand it and either work to draft new legislation or find another way to keep innovation alive. This is predominantly aimed at Fintech projects but ultimately it is open to any RegTech, PropTech, EdTech etc.

Innovation Incentives

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There have been substantial innovation incentives for FinTech in Mauritius, from an 8 year tax holiday in the latest budget for IP created here, to an amendment to the investor Permit, whereby innovator investors have less onerous conditions to get residence here and set up.

Digital Custodian Licence

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The Custodian Services (Digital Asset) Licence was enabled in 2019 to create a licence for those who want to store digital assets on another’s behalf. The Financial Services (Custodian Services (Digital Assets)) Rules 2019 came into operation in March 2019. Most of us are familiar with the role of a Custodian and this simply allows the licencee to offer the facility to hold digital assets. In a September 2018 Guidance Note the FSC has recognised digital assets as an asset class for sophisticated and expert investors.

Stable Framework

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A stable regulatory and financial environment has been forged over the last couple of decades. This includes the bilateral treaties for tax, reciprocity and protection of investments, as well as the bilingual, educated workforce that has developed in the financial services sector.

Legal Services

We have an established network of solicitors, and barristers.

Other Business Services we offer on Mauritius include:

Company Formation

We can help with every aspect of forming a company in Mauritius.

Commissioner for Oaths

We can help you with Commissioner of Oaths requirements.

Outsourcing

We can help your business with outsourcing in Mauritius.

How We Can Help You?

Our British Barrister led teams have been based in Mauritius for over 12 years.

FinTech

We can be used by those looking to come over for many facets of this. We can help to bring together Fintech-savvy service providers for each of the services that you will likely need. From Management companies to get a GBC licence, to law firms to advise, occupation and residency permits to apply for, we would be your local business partners to guide you on the way, avoiding the pitfalls that many encounter.

Company Formation

We can help you understand and select from the different types of Mauritius offshore companies available,
ensure your compliance with all legal regulations and help you with all aspects of the company set up. We can act as Commissioner for Oaths.

Legal

We are a British Barrister led team. Our legal network can help you get the legal advice you need.

Business Advisors

We ensure that your needs and demands are met in a highly effective and efficient method in order to make the process smooth and straightforward.

We can help you outsource jobs to Mauritius.

We can also help your businesses relocate to Mauritius and be part of the FinTech hub that the Mauritian government is so keen to incentivise.

We provide expert advice about Mauritius residency.

We can explain the requirements for Mauritius residency and help you to determine if you are eligible. We can also advise you on the best investment strategy for your individual needs and goals.

We help you find and purchase the right property or business.

We have a property team, an estate agency, and the most comprehensive network of trusted real estate agents and business brokers on the island. We are best placed to help you to find the perfect investment opportunity.

We assist you with your application process

We will help you to gather all the required documents and complete your application correctly. We will also represent you in front of the government officials during the application process.

We provide ongoing support after you receive your permits.

We can help you to relocate to Mauritius and settle into your new home. We can also provide you with advice on Mauritius tax law, business regulations, and other important matters.

Disclaimer

While every effort is made to ensure that the information given is accurate, the information on this site does not contain legal, tax or any other professional advice. We accept no responsibility or liability due to any information or representation, whether accurate or not, relied upon in the contents. It is an information guide to provide the reader with a useful general, but basic understanding of the different considerations. You must seek local legal, tax or other professional advice before relying on the contents of this site.

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