Hold the World from Mauritius: Your Strategic Financial Hub for investment holding
Mauritius isn’t just a tropical paradise—it’s a rising star in international business.
As a jurisdiction for holding companies, it offers a potent blend of benefits.
Discover the key advantages that make Mauritius a top-tier choice for global holding structures:
A) Tax Efficiency:
- Effective tax as low as 3%, subject to meeting substance requirements
- No capital gains, inheritance & withholding tax
- Access to 45+ Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAAs)
- Extensive Investment Promotion and Protection Agreements (IPPAs)
B) Regulatory Strength
- Regulated by the Bank of Mauritius and the Financial Services Commission
- Compliant with OECD, FATF, and International AML/CFT standards
- Hybrid legal system: English common law + French civil law
- Ranked #1 in Africa for Ease of doing business by World Bank
C) Banking Flexibility
- Ease of banking
- 19 banks, a dynamic mix of local and international banks
- Multi-currency banking with access to USD, EUR, GBP, and more
- No exchange controls, allowing free movement of capital
- Seamless foreign exchange services with competitive rates
D) Business Incentives
- Tax holidays on certain activities & licenses for example, Global Treasury license, Global Headquarters Administration License, Innovation driven activities amongst others
- Access to nearly 70% of the world’s population through trade agreements in the like of COMESA, AGOA, iEPA amongst others
- Occupation Permits may be applied through the Mauritian HoldCo
E) Privacy & Asset Protection
- Non-disclosure of shareholders: While details are filed with the Registrar, they’re not publicly accessible, preserving confidentiality
- No public beneficial ownership register: Unlike some jurisdictions, Mauritius does not require public disclosure of ultimate beneficial owners
- Legal separation of assets: Assets held by the company are distinct from personal holdings, protecting them from personal liabilities.
- Trust layering for added asset protection and succession planning.
F) Risk factor
- Political & economic stability
- Strong democratic framework and peaceful transitions
Setting up a holding company in Mauritius means building with intention: control, protection, and vision. It’s not just smart—it’s strategic.
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