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Incorporate & Scale Your Mauritius Financial Business

End-to-end guidance for company incorporation, FSC Investment Dealer & Payment licensing, Money Remittance setups, VASP/VAITOS digital asset governance, and Global Business Companies (GBC) in Mauritius.

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FSC Compliance Support

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Setups Completed

15+ Yrs

Mauritius Industry Practice

48 Hrs

CBRD Fast Track Setup

Corporate Architecture

Mauritius Legal Structures

Select the most tax-efficient and legally compliant business structure for your expansion in Mauritius and global markets.

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Global Business Company (GBC)

Resident entity for foreign investment. Entitled to double tax treaty benefits.

  • 100% Foreign Ownership
  • 80% Partial Tax Exemption
  • Min 2 Resident Directors
  • Full Treaty Access
Offshore/Holding
Authorised Company (AC)

Offshore corporate vehicle for business conducted outside Mauritius.

  • Tax-Exempt Status in Mauritius
  • 1 Director & Shareholder
  • Mandatory Management Co.
  • High Confidentiality
Domestic
Domestic Private Company

Standard private entity for local operational business in Mauritius.

  • Standard 15% Tax Rate
  • 1 Local Resident Director
  • Fast CBRD Incorporation
  • Local Bank Operations
Branch
Foreign Branch Office

Extension of parent foreign company registered with CBRD.

  • Foreign HQ Liability
  • Local Agent Mandatory
  • Non-Resident Taxation
  • Direct Global Gateway
FSC & FinTech Advisory

Specialized Financial Services Portal

Select any service below to view its complete licensing requirements, capital criteria, and regulatory workflow under the Financial Services Commission (FSC).

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Money Remittance Business

Payment Intermediary and Money Value Transfer Services licensing under the Bank of Mauritius & FSC framework.

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Stored Value Facility & E-Money

E-money issuance, digital wallet governance, payment service provider (PSP) compliance, and FSC filings.

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Virtual Asset (VASP) Solutions

Licensing under the Virtual Asset and Initial Token Offering Services (VAITOS) Act 2021 for token issuance and digital assets.

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Investment Dealer License

FSC licensing under the Securities Act for brokerage, dealing in securities, investment management, and fund administration.

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FinTech Business Setup

Regulatory Sandbox License (RSL) application via the Economic Development Board (EDB) for emerging innovations.

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NFT Business Setup

Non-Fungible Token marketplace setup, VAITOS Class I/S regulatory classification, and IP copyright contracts.

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VASP Wallet & Exchange (Class M / O)

Virtual Asset Broker-Dealer, Custodian (Class O), and Exchange licensing under VAITOS Act oversight.

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Resident Director Services

Provision of qualified Mauritian Resident Directors meeting FSC fit & proper statutory requirements.

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Corporate Finance Advisory

Cross-border M&A advisory, African market investment structuring, debt financing, and valuation letters.

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Listing on Stock Exchange (SEM)?

Stock Exchange of Mauritius (SEM) listing readiness, dual-listing structuring, and sponsor coordination.

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Global Financial Entity Setup

Credit provider and specialized finance company licensing under the Financial Services Act 2007.

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Advanced Web3 & ITO Solutions

Initial Token Offering (ITO) whitepaper registration, DeFi risk assessments, and cross-border tax advisory.

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Structured Corporate Finance

Private equity fund setup, venture debt, and optimizing 80% Partial Exemption tax frameworks in Mauritius.

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Step-By-Step Roadmap

Regulatory & Incorporation Guidance

Navigate Mauritius's regulatory framework seamlessly with our clear operating phases.

Fast-Track CBRD Incorporation

Setting up a Mauritius Global Business Company (GBC) or Domestic entity via the Corporate and Business Registration Department (CBRD) is efficient with proper documentation.

  • Name reservation with Registrar of Companies (RoC)
  • Engagement of a licensed Mauritius Management Company
  • Draft Company Constitution & Shareholder Agreements
  • Issuance of Certificate of Incorporation & Business Registration Card
Mauritius Business District

Financial Services Commission (FSC) Licensing

Operating a VASP, Payment Institution, Fund, or Investment Dealer requires strict compliance under the Financial Services Act or VAITOS Act 2021.

  • Application for FSC Category License (Class M, O, R, S, or Investment Dealer)
  • Drafting AML/CFT manuals, MLRO policies, and risk management assessments
  • Capital adequacy verification and client asset segregation
  • Representation and clearance of FSC regulatory queries
FSC Licensing Mauritius

Resident Director & Management Company

Under the Companies Act 2001 and FSC requirements, a GBC must appoint at least 2 resident directors of sufficient caliber in Mauritius.

  • Provision of qualified local Nominee Resident Directors
  • Appointment of licensed Corporate Secretary & Registered Agent
  • Maintenance of Beneficial Ownership registers and statutory files
  • Registered office address located in Cybercity, Ébène or Port Louis
Mauritius Corporate Boardroom

Mauritius Tax Incentives & Partial Exemption

Mauritius features a competitive tax regime with 15% standard corporate tax and an 80% Partial Exemption on foreign income, bringing effective tax down to 3%.

  • Effective corporate tax rate as low as 3% for eligible foreign revenue
  • Zero capital gains tax and zero withholding tax on dividend distributions
  • Extensive network of Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAAs) across Africa & Asia
  • No foreign exchange controls and free repatriation of profits
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Mauritius Setup Fee Estimator

Select your target services below to calculate an estimated setup package for your Mauritius expansion.

Note: Statutory government filing fees to CBRD and FSC are included in final quotes.
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Establish Your Mauritius Financial Footprint

Speak directly with our senior corporate filing specialists and FSC licensing consultants today.

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Direct Advisory

Schedule a Consultation

Our Mauritius team will review your business requirements and provide a confidential roadmap for CBRD incorporation or FSC licensing.

Mauritius HQ Office

Ebene Cybercity, Cyber Tower 1, 7th Floor, Ébène, Mauritius

Email & Helpdesk

contact@mauritiusadvisory.mu
licensing@mauritiusadvisory.mu

Operating Hours

Monday – Friday: 08:30 AM – 05:00 PM (MUT)

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Stored Value Facility & E-Money

Governance, E-Wallet Issuance, and Payment Service Provider (PSP) Licensing in Mauritius.

Payment Service Provider (PSP)

E-Money & Stored Value Regulations

Under Bank of Mauritius and FSC guidelines, Stored Value Facilities (SVF) and Payment Intermediaries issuing e-wallets, multi-currency accounts, or prepaid instruments must obtain appropriate authorization and adhere to strict safeguarding mandates.

Core Licensing Guidelines

Client Float Safeguarding

Daily reconciliation and ring-fencing of float balances in designated commercial banks in Mauritius.

Cyber Security & Risk Management

Adherence to FSC Risk Management guidelines, IT audits, and regular penetration testing.

Quick Action

Assess whether your wallet system requires full licensing or fits an FSC regulatory exemption.

Virtual Asset (VASP) Regulatory Solution

VAITOS Act compliance, token issuance, and FSC regulatory framework.

VAITOS Act 2021 Licensing

Crypto Asset Compliance in Mauritius

Mauritius is a pioneering African jurisdiction for regulated digital asset businesses under the Virtual Asset and Initial Token Offering Services (VAITOS) Act 2021. FSC regulates VASPs with strict oversight on consumer protection, FATF-aligned AML/CFT, and Travel Rule protocols.

  • Legal Classification Opinions for Tokens (Utility vs Security vs Virtual Asset)
  • FATF Travel Rule & FIAMLA compliance system integration
  • Fit and Proper assessment for Web3 founders and directors
Need VASP Licensing?

Consult our specialized Web3 compliance team.

Investment Dealer & Management License

Securities Act 2005 licensing for fund management, trading, and financial advisory.

FSC Governance

Investment Dealer Categories

An Investment Dealer or CIS Manager license is required under the Securities Act 2005 to conduct brokerage, market making, deal in securities, or manage Collective Investment Schemes (CIS) and private equity funds in Mauritius.

Regulated Scope:
  • Full Service Investment Dealer (Including Underwriting)
  • CIS Manager / Closed-end Fund Administration
  • Investment Adviser & Portfolio Manager
License Application

Turnkey assistance for representative filings and FSC interviews.

FinTech Advisory & Regulatory Sandbox

Scaling financial technology innovations under the EDB Regulatory Sandbox License (RSL).

EDB Sandbox License

Mauritius Regulatory Sandbox (RSL)

Test innovative financial products and services in a controlled environment where explicit legislation is absent. We assist startups in applying for the Regulatory Sandbox License issued by the Economic Development Board (EDB).

FinTech Consultation

NFT Business Structuring & Legal Setup

Intellectual property rights, marketplace terms, and VAITOS compliance governance.

Digital Asset & IP

NFT Marketplace & Creator Governance

Establishing Non-Fungible Token platforms requires clear IP assignment contracts, secondary royalty frameworks, and verified legal classification ensuring tokens do not constitute security tokens under the Securities Act 2005.

NFT Legal Assessment

VASP Wallet & Exchange Licensing

Class M (Broker-Dealer), Class O (Custodian), and Class S (Exchange) licensing under FSC.

Custody & Exchange Rules

FSC Custody & Exchange Mandates

Operating a cryptocurrency exchange or custodial wallet service in Mauritius requires a specific VASP Class License (Class O or S) under the VAITOS Act. Strict customer fund segregation, private key governance, and cold-storage security rules apply.

VASP Licensing

Nominee Resident Director Services

Fulfilling statutory requirements under the Companies Act 2001 and FSC rules.

CBRD & FSC Statutory Mandate

Professional Local Nominee Director Provision

Every Global Business Company (GBC) in Mauritius must have at least two resident directors of sufficient independence and competence. We provide experienced resident directors to ensure ongoing statutory and tax substance compliance while you maintain full commercial control.

Director Provision

Corporate Finance Advisory

Evaluating cross-border M&A, restructuring, and African market entry.

Strategic Financing

Do You Need Corporate Finance Support?

We advise growth-stage enterprises and global companies expanding into Africa and Asia on structured debt financing, cross-border M&A execution, and corporate governance in Mauritius.

Corporate Finance Consultation

Listing on Stock Exchange of Mauritius (SEM)

Official Market and DEM pre-IPO listing readiness and sponsor advisory.

Public Equity Capital Markets

SEM Listing & Pre-IPO Structuring

Listing on the Stock Exchange of Mauritius (SEM) offers access to international investors and multi-currency equity capital. We assist entities in capital restructuring, IFRS compliance, and liaison with SEM listing sponsors.

IPO Readiness Check

Global Financial Entity Registration & Setup

Governance under the Mauritius Financial Services Act 2007.

Financial Institution Regulatory

Financial Entity Licensing Guidelines

Full advisory on establishing specialized finance companies, credit services, treasury management entities, and peer-to-peer lending platforms operating under FSC regulatory supervision.

Finance Co. Setup

Virtual Asset Solutions & ITO Guidance

Initial Token Offering (ITO) registration, institutional VASP compliance, and stablecoin advisory.

Institutional Web3 Compliance

Enterprise Token Architecture & ITO Whitepapers

Comprehensive regulatory services for public Initial Token Offerings (ITO), institutional fund structures, cross-border stablecoins, and decentralized finance (DeFi) operational structures under the VAITOS Act 2021.

Advanced Web3 Audit

Corporate Finance & Tax Incentive Optimization

Structured debt, private equity syndication, and 80% partial exemption benefits.

Strategic Capital

Capital Raising & Tax Optimization

Full support for private placement memorandum (PPM) drafting, venture debt structuring, and optimizing Mauritius Partial Exemption tax schemes and EDB investment incentives.

Capital Solutions