Mauritius offers a flexible and business‑friendly environment for local and international companies.
To register a company in Mauritius, you need to reserve a name, submit incorporation documents, obtain any required licences, and set up governance and a bank account.
Boolell Advisory Mauritius manages the entire process, including incorporation, licensing, bank account introductions, governance setup, secretarial duties, and ongoing compliance.
Domestic Companies, Global Business Companies (GBCs) and Protected Cell Companies (PCCs).
Yes, Mauritius allows 100% foreign ownership of a company, subject to any applicable licensing requirements depending on the business activity.
Incorporation timelines depend on the type of entity:
Requirements depend on the type of company:
Below is the comparison table for Domestic Companies vs GBCs:
| Domestic Companies | Global Business Companies (GBCs) |
|---|---|
| Registered office must be in Mauritius | Main revenue source must be made outside of Mauritius |
| Company records kept in Mauritius | Company records kept in Mauritius |
| At least one resident director | At least two resident directors |
| Principal bank account in Mauritius | Principal bank account in Mauritius |
| Financial statements filed with ROC within 6 months | Audited financial statements filed with FSC |
| Tax return to be filed within 6 months of the companies year end | Tax return within 6 months |
| 1 Board meeting and Annual General Meeting (AGM) | 1 Board meeting and Annual General Meeting (AGM) |
| — | Administered by Management Company |
| — | Tax Residence Certificate required annually |
| — | Minimum expenditure threshold applies |
Mauritius follows strict Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Financing of Terrorism (CFT) standards aligned with Financial Action Task Force (FATF) recommendations.
We design AML and CFT frameworks, perform Know Your Customer (KYC) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), as well as monitoring, screening, and compliance reporting
Yes, we provide board meeting support, governance manuals, reporting packs, statutory registers and ongoing compliance support
Mauritius is a respected jurisdiction for international estate planning and asset protection.
Mauritius trusts offer confidentiality, asset protection, tax efficiency and succession flexibility
Wills must be drafted by a Notary, but we provide full support for succession planning, asset and tax structuring as well as regulatory alignment
Mauritius offers one of the most predictable tax systems globally, with clear legislation, a stable regulatory environment, and consistent application of tax rules.
Mauritius offers a standard corporate tax rate of 15%, with an effective rate of up to 3% available for qualifying companies.
There is no capital gains tax, no estate duty, no withholding tax on dividends, and access to an extensive Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) network.
Yes, we assist with corporate tax, personal tax, VAT, employer returns and regulatory filings.
Yes, Mauritius is well‑positioned for investment holding, special purpose vehicles (SPVs), DTAA structuring, and regional expansion.
Mauritius provides multiple permit and visa categories for investors, professionals, self‑employed individuals and families.
Yes, foreign nationals may obtain residence through an Investor Permit, Professional Permit, Self-Employed Permit, Premium Visa or qualifying property acquisition.
Below is a comparison table of the Investor, Self Employed and Professional categories
| Investor | Self‑Employed | Professional |
|---|---|---|
| Investment choice of USD 50,000 or USD 100,000 | Investment requirement of USD 50,000 | Valid employment contract required |
| Business activity and turnover requirements apply | Business activity and turnover requirements apply | Minimum monthly salary of MUR 30,000 (higher thresholds apply for certain roles, e.g. MUR 250,000) |
| Permit granted for 10 years, renewable thereafter | Permit granted for 10 years, renewable thereafter | Permit granted for up to 10 years depending on contract of employment |
Yes, we provide full relocation support including banking, registrations, housing, schooling, settling-in services and pre-arrival planning
Mauritius is a signatory to key international intellectual property conventions, enabling protection of IP rights across over 170 jurisdictions worldwide.
Yes, foreign nationals may obtain residence through an Investor Permit, Professional Permit, Self-Employed Permit, Premium Visa or qualifying property acquisition.
Mauritius is a transparent, stable, and internationally recognised international financial centre (IFC).
Mauritius offers strong governance, attractive tax structures, political stability, strategic location and an exceptional lifestyle.
Contact our team to discuss your specific requirements and discover how we can support your business objectives.