Mauritius Authorised Company Formation – Offshore Business Setup
- Register your Company in Mauritius in 1 week (upon validation of your identification documents).*
- Client confidentiality protection via secured systems.
- Your company and its application for a bank account, including eBanking and credit card. Opening by correspondence.
- A dedicated manager is available throughout the year to administer your company.
5 simple steps are needed to register an offshore company in Mauritius
Complete our application form - Mauritius
Upload your documents
Your account manager will ask you for official documents which are required for your company formation.
Register your company successfully
Once your documents have been processed your company will be successfully registered.
Process any additional services
Your account manager will guide you through the steps of completing your request of additional services such as bank accounts.
Manage Your company via our client portal
Our client portal will give you immediate access to all your documents as well as display your company structure.
Mauritius Offshore Company Formation
Good to Know
For the eighth consecutive year, the World Bank's 2016 Ease of Doing Business report ranks Mauritius 1st among African economies and 32nd worldwide out of 189 economies in terms of ease of doing business, making Mauritius the leader in economic freedom for the region of Sub-Saharan Africa.
Main Characteristics of a Mauritius Offshore Company
Company type
Mauritius Authorized company
Governing corporate legislation
The Mauritius Financial Service Commission is the governing authority and companies are regulated under the Companies Act 2001.
Information published relating to company officers
Names of company officers are filed with the Registrar but are not open to public inspection.
Accounting requirement
Abbreviated balance sheet to be produced on a yearly basis - Accounting price list.
Taxation
No taxes of any sort.
While the company may not be liable to pay taxes, please consult with a tax/legal advisor in your country of residence, to determine your own tax liability.
While the company may not be liable to pay taxes, please consult with a tax/legal advisor in your country of residence, to determine your own tax liability.
Legislation
Modern offshore legislation.
Standard currency
US$
Time to form
Mauritius has a fast and efficient registry: 1 week formation time (upon validation of your identification documents).
Stability
Stable jurisdiction with a very good reputation.
Communication
Efficient communication means.
Time zone
Convenient world time zone: GMT+4
Secretary required
Optional
Paid up capital requirement
No paid up capital requirement.
Renewal Date
July 1st / each year
Basis of legal system
Under Civil Law.
Minimum directors/shareholders
Minimum of 1 director/shareholder.
Bearer shares
Bearer shares not permitted.
Documents Required
for the Creation of a Mauritius Company
Certification of a passport can be made by a notary, an attorney-at-law, a bank, a public officer, or in accordance with SFM indications. Kindly consult your dedicated account manager at SFM to obtain precise information.
of your passport, a certified copy of proof of domicile dated less than three months, an original personal bank reference letter mentioning good standing of the account since at least 2 years dated less than three months, an original bank statement for a personal account from the last 6 months indicating the client’s name & address, as well as a signed business plan and a curriculum vitae. All in original.**
Mauritius Offshore Company, ideal for:
Frequently Asked Questions
Offshore Company Formation in Mauritius
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What is an Authorized Company and Global Business License (GBL) in Mauritius?
Initially, these two categories used to be called Global Business Category 1 (GBC1) and Global Business Category 2 (GBC2). However, the Mauritian Government passed the Financial Provisions Act 2018 and changed these two categories.
The GBC1 category was changed to Global Business License (GBL), whereas the GBC2 category was abolished and replaced with the category of Authorised Companies.
A GBCL is a local resident company in Mauritius and is required to be both managed and controlled from Mauritius. An Authorized Company is considered a non-resident company in Mauritius and therefore it is a business entity that neither resides nor operates in Mauritius. -
Will my company be subject to taxes if I setup my company in Mauritius?
Global Business License (GBL) companies are taxed at a flat rate of 15%, just like any other Mauritian company.
Authorized Companies are not liable to tax in Mauritius.
While the company may not be liable to pay taxes, please consult with a tax/legal advisor in your country of residence, to determine your own tax liability.Can I benefit from Double Taxation Treaties if I register my company in Mauritius?
Yes, you may benefit from the Double Taxation Treaties network if you form a company under the category of Global Business License (GBL) in Mauritius. However, if you form your company under the category of Authorized Company, then you are not eligible to profit from these treaties.Do you assist to register an Authorized Company and Global Business License (GBL) in Mauritius?
Generally speaking, we assist in registering Authorized Companies in Mauritius.
However, if you are interested in registering a GBL in Mauritius, we recommend you to contact us and our team will assist you accordingly.Is there any obligation to file accounts while registering an Authorized Company in Mauritius?
It is mandatory to produce financial summaries to be filed with FSC (Financial Services Commission) on an annual basis.How many directors and shareholders are required to be appointed while registering a company in Mauritius?
While registering a Global Business License (GBL) in Mauritius, it is required to have a minimum of one shareholder and two directors; both of whom reside in Mauritius and are qualified enough to exercise independence of mind and judgment.
However, If you setup your company as an Authorized Company then a minimum of one director/shareholder is required and doesn’t need to be a resident in Mauritius.Should my bank account be opened in the same jurisdiction if I form my company in Mauritius?
A Global Business License (GBL) must have its principal bank account in Mauritius, however, for an Authorized Company, it is not mandatory to have the bank account in Mauritius.Do I need to travel at any stage to form a company or to open a bank account in Mauritius?
No, everything can be processed remotely.
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* Subject to the constraints of the due diligence procedure.
** Documents must be provided for every person related to the company.
Disclaimer: Nothing on this webpage shall be construed as a contractual commitment or as a warranty. Services conditions are governed by the applicable terms and conditions.
** Documents must be provided for every person related to the company.
Disclaimer: Nothing on this webpage shall be construed as a contractual commitment or as a warranty. Services conditions are governed by the applicable terms and conditions.
Our Client Reviews
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Overall Rating
96%
Customer satisfaction rate, testimonials verified by Feefo.com
27-Apr-2023
Excellent service with full support throughout the process, with quick and clear communication at all times.
Excellent service with full support throughout the process, with quick and clear communication at all times.
03-Apr-2023
Better feedback and better clarity of the requirements and timelines from the start
Better feedback and better clarity of the requirements and timelines from the start
08-Mar-2023
The progress of my new company was delayed more than I expected.
The progress of my new company was delayed more than I expected.
08-Mar-2023
Always on hand for help and assistance, and helped us no end in the process of incorporating our business, would be very happy to recommend to others.
Always on hand for help and assistance, and helped us no end in the process of incorporating our business, would be very happy to recommend to others.
04-Jan-2023
I have used SFM for company set up and also for company dissolution. I have found them to be efficient and courteous. Sometimes responses involving the local registration authorities have taken some time, but I surmise that this is attributable to the third party involved. I would have no hesitation in recommending them to others.
I have used SFM for company set up and also for company dissolution. I have found them to be efficient and courteous. Sometimes responses involving the local registration authorities have taken some time, but I surmise that this is attributable to the third party involved. I would have no hesitation in recommending them to others.
03-Nov-2022
Experienced professionals and very fast Excellent value for money.
Experienced professionals and very fast Excellent value for money.
Mauritius has a highly beneficial business environment, with modern offshore legislation and zero taxation. This jurisdiction also allows 100% foreign ownership of businesses, meaning no local directors are required.
To register a company online in Mauritius, follow our streamlined 5-step offshore company formation process. Registration in this jurisdiction can be completed in as little as 1 week, allowing you to start trading as soon as your documentation has been validated.
