Mauritius offers a flexible and business‑friendly environment for local and international companies.
Boolell Advisory Mauritius manages the full company formation process including:
We assist with Domestic Companies, Global Business Companies (GBCs) and Protected Cell Companies (PCCs).
Yes — Mauritius allows full foreign ownership. Licensing requirements depend on where the business is conducted.
Below is the comparison table for Domestic Companies vs GBCs:
| Domestic Companies | Global Business Companies (GBCs) |
|---|---|
| Registered office must be in Mauritius | Registered office must be in Mauritius |
| Company records kept in Mauritius | Records kept at registered office |
| 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 within 6 months | Tax return within 6 months |
| 1 board meeting and Annual General Meeting (AGM) (AGM is annual and therefore do not add yearly) | Board meeting in Mauritius + 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 — board meetings, governance manuals, reporting packs, statutory registers and 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 support full succession planning, asset and tax structuring and regulatory alignment.
Mauritius offers one of the most predictable tax systems globally.
Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA).
Yes — corporate tax, personal tax, VAT, employer returns, 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 — residence via Investor Permit, Professional Permit, Self‑Employed Permit, Premium Visa or by property acquisition.
Below is a comparison table of Investor, Self‑Employed and Professional categories:
| Investor | Self‑Employed | Professional |
|---|---|---|
| USD 50k–100k investment depending on category | USD 50k investment | Employment contract required |
| Turnover requirements apply | Business income requirements apply | Minimum salary MUR 30k / Expert 250k |
| 10‑year permit | 10‑year permit | Up to 10 years depending on contract |
Yes — banking, registrations, housing, schooling, settling‑in services and pre‑arrival planning.
Mauritius provides full IP protection frameworks.
Yes — trademarks, patents, copyrights, industrial designs.
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.