Company formation in Mauritius

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.

Types of company in Mauritius

There are three types of companies relevant for both domestic and offshore structures in Mauritius:

Global Business Company 

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Requires two resident directors and qualifies for tax residency in Mauritius. It offers benefits such as access to the Double Taxation Treaties and IPPAs.

Timeframe

Takes approximately 4–6 weeks, especially when an offshore bank account is involved.

Authorised Company

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Not tax resident in Mauritius. It does not benefit from tax treaties or other local incentives and cannot have resident directors.

Timeframe

Takes approximately 1-2 weeks.

Domestic Company

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Quick and affordable to set up. Requires one resident director but is generally not used for offshore business operations.

Timeframe

Can be set up within a few days.

Documentation Requirements

All Mauritius offshore company formation processes involve thorough KYC documentation for shareholders and directors. A detailed business plan is also required to satisfy the Financial Services Commission (FSC) and the bank that the business is legitimate.

Legal Services

We have an established network of solicitors, and barristers.

Some Popular Mauritius Business Licences

There are a significant number of licences available in Mauritius, including:

Global Business

The main licence. Other licences, if relevant, would be in addition to the Global Business Licence (GBL) which the company will hold.

Payment Service Provider

In Mauritius this is called the Payment Intermediary Service Licence (PIS). 

Investment Dealer

Investment Dealer Licence. This can be with, or without, underwriting.

Investment Advisor

Investment Advisor Licence is often applied for together with the Insurance Broker Licence.

Collective Investment Scheme

Collective Investment Scheme Licence (CIS). All fund types available. Strong focus on funds investing in Africa.

Regulatory Sandbox

Regulatory Sandbox Licence (RSL). The main licence geared towards FinTech. There are large tax incentives to be undertaking innovative FinTech business in Mauritius.

Business Advisors

We can help you with business advisory and consultancy services.

Why set up a company in Mauritius?

There are many benefits for entrepreneurs who set up a business in Mauritius.

No.1 Ranking

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Ranked 1st in Africa for almost all rankings and indices including, World Bank Doing Business, Global Competitiveness Index, and the Mo Ibrahim Index of African Governance

No Tax on Dividends

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Favourable business environment: with no tax on dividends and a 15% corporate tax rate, Mauritius remains one of Africa’s leading destinations for investors and entrepreneurs.

Mauritius has a tax-friendly atmosphere with no inheritance tax, no capital gains tax and 15% income tax.

Opportunity

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Business-friendly legislation with no exchange controls.

Business-friendly trade agreement laws such as Double Taxation Agreements and Investment Promotion and Protection.

FinTech friendly.

Agreements enabling easy access to investment in Africa

Stable Economy

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Mauritius boasts strong fiscal management, consistent growth and a stable and diversified economy driven by financial services, tourism, agriculture and manufacturing. 

Independent Judiciary

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A well-governed country with an independent judiciary and good business ethics.

A legal system you can trust with British Hybrid law.

Infrastructure

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Mauritius has a strong infrastructure and a multi-lingual workforce.

Role of a Management Company in Mauritius

To ensure compliance most businesses need a management company. We work closely with trusted partners to ensure you are matched with the most appropriate provider based on your structure and licensing needs.

Providing a company secretary

Offering a registered office

Appointing Directors

Regulatory & Compliance

Other Business Services we offer on Mauritius include:

FinTech

We help you navigate the incentives for FinTech companies.

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.

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 FinTech 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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