Company Registration in Mauritius

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Strategic Company Registration in Mauritius

Establishing a business in Mauritius requires compliance with the Companies Act 2001 and the Business Registration Act. Elidge Business Solutions CC handles the complexity of the Corporate and Business Registration Department (CBRD) and tax compliance with the Mauritius Revenue Authority (MRA), ensuring your setup in Port Louis is fast, secure, and globally compliant.

CBRD Filing & CINS

We facilitate your registration directly with the Corporate and Business Registration Department (CBRD) using the CINS online system.

BRN & Tax Registration

We obtain your Business Registration Number (BRN) and handle Tax Account Number (TAN) registration with the Mauritius Revenue Authority (MRA).

GBC & Authorised Companies

Specialized assistance for Global Business Companies (GBC) and Authorised Companies (AC) via licensed Management Companies.

Corporate Secretary

Provision of a qualified Company Secretary and Registered Office address as required by the Companies Act 2001.

Mauritius Legal Entities

Entity Formation & Licensing

Expert guidance for local and international investors entering the Mauritian financial hub.

Domestic Company

For businesses trading locally in Mauritius. Taxed at 15% (or 3% for exports). Requires at least one resident director.

Global Business Company

Resident company conducting business outside Mauritius. Access to Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAAs).

Authorised Company

Non-resident company for business conducted entirely outside Mauritius. Tax-exempt in Mauritius (place of effective management must be outside).

The CBRD Workflow

Simplified 4-Step Setup in Port Louis

Efficient processing through the CINS Online System.

Name Reservation

We check the availability of your proposed company name and reserve it via the CBRD online portal.

Incorporation

Submission of incorporation documents (Forms 1, 7, 8, 9) to the Registrar of Companies.

BRN Issuance

Issuance of the Certificate of Incorporation and the Business Registration Number (BRN) card.

Tax & Trade Fees

Registration with the MRA for tax and payment of trade fees to the local municipal council.

Expert Insights

Mauritius Setup FAQ

Key information on commercial laws and tax regulations.

Company registration in Mauritius is very fast and can often be completed within 24 to 48 hours online.

Yes, foreign investors can own 100% of a Domestic Company or a Global Business Company (GBC).

There is no minimum capital requirement for standard private companies. You can start with as little as MUR 1.

The Business Registration Number (BRN) is a unique identifier issued by the CBRD for all businesses in Mauritius.

Yes. Domestic companies require at least one director resident in Mauritius. GBCs require two resident directors.

The standard rate is 15%. However, GBCs can benefit from an 80% partial exemption, effectively reducing the rate to 3% on certain income.

Yes, English is the official language of business. Documents must be in English or French.

Yes, every company (except small private companies in some cases) must have a qualified Company Secretary.

Yes, Mauritius has a robust banking sector. You can open multi-currency corporate accounts once registered.

Scale Your Business in Mauritius

Start your journey in Africa’s leading financial center. Get your Certificate of Incorporation and BRN with Elidge’s expert local assistance in Port Louis.

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