Doing Business in Mauritius
Mauritius is one of the most
open, competitive and least taxing economies in the world. Mauritius has a
liberal investment policy. Foreign investors are permitted to invest in any
area of the economy under the provisions of the Noncitizens Property
Prohibition Act, 1975, which generally prohibits non-citizens from receiving
real estate. However, through the Integrated Resorts Scheme (IRS) and Real
Estate Scheme (RE), non-citizens can obtain luxury villa / property and can get
resident / citizens status in Mauritius.
Mauritius has removed significant
foreign investment constraints by reducing taxes, easing financial process,
maintaining low interest rates, investing in education and training, and
reducing trade barriers and maintaining higher priority on key markets. Based
on the broad guidelines on self-reliance, business activities are allowed to be
started within 3 business days and officials can check compliance using the
X-post control.
A shareholding company is allowed
under local laws. Only one institution - with company registrar, except for
those dealing with financial services, need to do with registration of firms.
To work in financial services, approval of the Financial Services Commission
(FSC) and / or Central Bank, Bank of Marys (BOM) is necessary. The Financial
Services Commission is responsible for the non-banking sector, while BOMM is
responsible for the non-banking sector. Responsible for licensing, regulating
and monitoring of banking sector.
Mauritius's economic policy is
designed to create a stable economic environment and put a significant emphasis
on fostering investment. Exchange control has been removed. There is no tax on
capital investments on fees and no tax. Property duty is absent and free profit
is allowed. 100% foreign ownership is allowed and minimum foreign capital is
not needed. The tax system is simplified and a tax rate of 15% is available.
Mauritius has made commercial
trade arrangements with Europe under the Kotnou agreement; According to the Law
on Growth and Opportunities for Africa (AGO); Between African countries in the
common market of the South African Development Community (SADC) and East and
South Africa (Comeså).
Mauritius actively promotes new
areas and diversifies its economic base. Consequently, they invest in various
sectors such as the agricultural industry, land ocean, renewable energy sector,
seafood industry, jewelry, manufacturing, textiles and april, construction and
public works, environmental services, information and communication technology
clusters. There are many possibilities, Logistics and Distribution Sectors,
Medical Services, Tourism, Real Estate Development, etc.
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