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Mauritius Freeport Zones & Advanced Manufacturing

Establish Your Regional Gateway in Mauritius Freeport Zones

Leverage Mauritius’s strategic Freeport infrastructure, 0% customs duties on re-exports, 3% concessional corporate tax, VAT exemption, and preferential trade access to Africa (COMESA, SADC, AfCFTA) to power regional manufacturing and trade.

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What are Mauritius Freeport Zones?

Freeport Zones in Mauritius are duty-free logistics and industrial zones custom-built to facilitate international trade, light manufacturing, assembly, and transshipment into Africa and the Indian Ocean rim without customs duties or Value Added Tax (VAT).

Port Louis Freeport Zone

Adjacent to the main container terminal; modern cold storage, dry warehousing, and regional distribution hub.

SSR Airport Freeport Zone

High-value, time-sensitive air cargo hub for electronics, pharmaceuticals, and high-precision re-exports.

JinFei Smart City Zone

An advanced industrial and commercial zone tailored for high-tech manufacturing, processing, and R&D.

Riche Terre Logistics Park

Integrated logistics and light industrial park for assembly, sorting, packaging, and regional supply management.

Key Advantage of Operating in Mauritius Freeports

Goods entering Mauritius Freeport zones are exempt from customs duties and standard 15% VAT. Applicable duties and VAT are deferred until items enter the domestic Mauritian market for local consumption.

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Compare Freeport Companies vs Domestic Companies

Analyze key operational, financial, and tax parameters to determine whether a Freeport License or a standard Domestic/Global Business Company structure fits your operations.

Parameter Freeport Licensee Company Domestic Manufacturing Co. Bonded Warehouse Operator
VAT Exemption on Imports 100% Exemption (0% VAT) Pay 15% VAT & Claim Back Deferred until local clearance
Customs Duty Exposure 0% on Re-exported goods Standard import tariffs apply Duty-free during storage
Corporate Income Tax Rate Concessional 3% Tax Rate Standard 15% Corporate Tax Standard 15% Corporate Tax
Domestic Market Sales Access Permitted up to quota (Subject to 15% VAT & duties) Direct local market access Permitted with MRA Customs clearance
Trade Treaty Access Eligible (SADC, COMESA, AfCFTA, CECPA) Eligible for approved origins Storage only; non-transformative
Minimum Capital Requirement MUR 1 (Standard Domestic/GBC Company) MUR 1 (Standard Domestic Company) Bank Security Bond required by MRA
Advanced Ecosystem

Regional Trade Agreements & Tax Concessions

Mauritius acts as an ideal bridge between Asia and Africa, backed by incentives from the Economic Development Board (EDB) and trade agreements across the continent and beyond.

Freeport Concessional Tax (3%)

Benefiting from a reduced 3% corporate tax rate on export profit derived from qualifying Freeport activities under the Freeport Act.

Preferential Trade Agreements (COMESA, SADC, AfCFTA)

Duty-free preferential trade access to over 1.3 billion consumers across African member states and bilateral trade partners like India (CECPA) & China.

EDB Investment Grants & Facilitation

Comprehensive support from the Economic Development Board including land allocation, fast-tracked occupational permits, and manufacturing grants.

Mauritius Industrial Freeport Hub

Port Louis Freeport Hub

Integrating modern logistics, processing units, deep-water port access, and digital trade networks in a premier Indian Ocean hub.

Implementation Roadmap

5 Steps to Establish Your Freeport Entity

A streamlined path from company registration with CBRIS to EDB approval and MRA Customs clearance.

1
Company Incorporation

Incorporate entity via Corporate and Business Registration Department (CBRIS).

2
EDB Freeport Application

Apply for a Freeport License with the Economic Development Board (EDB).

3
Freeport Premises Lease

Secure warehouse or industrial space with a licensed Freeport Developer.

4
MRA Customs Account

Register as an Economic Operator with MRA Customs & lodge Customs Bond.

5
TradeNet Single Window

Activate TradeNet access for paperless digital customs permit processing.

Interactive Estimator

Freeport Duty & Tax Savings Calculator

Estimate your annual cash flow savings by routing international trade, warehousing, and light manufacturing through Mauritius Freeport Zones.

  • Instant 15% VAT cashflow preservation
  • 0% tariff exposure on international re-exports
  • Preferred access to AfCFTA & COMESA regional treaties

Estimate Your Duty & Cashflow Benefits

Estimated Annual Working Capital Preserved
$1,000,000 USD

(Includes 15% VAT Deferral + Customs Duty Exemption)

Engagement Fees?

Transparent setup retainer fees, government filing costs, and institutional licensing package pricing.

Starter Tier

Domestic Company Incorporation

$1,200 USD

Ideal for local operations or domestic manufacturing entities.

  • CBRIS Company Registration & Govt Fees
  • Constitution & Business Registration Card
  • First Year Registered Agent Services
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Freeport Operator Package

$4,500 USD

For re-exporters, light manufacturers & logistics operators.

  • Full EDB Freeport License Filing
  • MRA Customs & TradeNet Registration
  • Local Nominee Director & Secretarial Setup
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Institutional

Global Business Licence (GBL)

$6,800 USD

Cross-border investment holding & regional headquarter setup.

  • FSC Mauritius License & GBL Application
  • Management Company (MC) Onboarding
  • Corporate Banking Setup Assistance
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Estimated Total Investment:

$1,200 USD

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Timelines?

Roadmap of turnaround times from initial incorporation to full operational go-live in Mauritius.

Phase 1: Company Incorporation (CBRIS)
Duration: 3 - 5 Business Days

Company name approval, article filings, officer appointments, and issuance of Business Registration Number (BRN).

Phase 2: EDB Freeport License Dossier
Duration: 2 - 3 Weeks

Preparation of Freeport business plan, lease agreement draft, financial projections, and EDB committee submission.

Phase 3: MRA Customs & TradeNet Registration
Duration: 1 - 2 Weeks

MRA Customs registration, Customs Bond execution, and TradeNet Single Window system user profile activation.

Phase 4: Bank Account & Full Go-Live
Duration: 3 - 4 Weeks

Corporate banking account opening, capital deposit verification, site clearance, and commencement of Freeport trading operations.

Common Questions

Freeport & Manufacturing FAQ

Clear answers regarding Mauritius Freeport regulations, customs bonds, and licensing requirements.

Any company incorporated in Mauritius (including 100% foreign-owned domestic entities or Global Business License companies) can apply for a Freeport License through the Economic Development Board (EDB) to operate in designated Freeport zones.

Permitted activities include light manufacturing, warehousing, assembly, sorting, grading, packaging, labeling, quality control, re-export trading, and ocean/air freight transshipment services.

Goods re-exported internationally incur 0% VAT and 0% duty. If goods enter the domestic Mauritian market, standard customs duties and 15% VAT become payable at the time of clearance with MRA Customs.
Manufacturing Advisory

Schedule a Freeport Setup Consultation

Our industrial advisory team assists global manufacturers in Freeport facility leasing, EDB license filings, MRA clearance, and trade structure optimization.

Regional Office

Cybercity Tower 1, Ebene 72201, Republic of Mauritius

Manufacturing Desk

+230 401 6800 / +230 202 0500

Direct Email

freeport@mauritiuscorporate.mu

Freeport Zone Setup Request

Thank you. Our Freeport specialist will reach out within 24 hours.