Set your business in Mauritius
An excellent African option for international trade.
Tax free
dividend
Network of Double Taxation Treaties
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How To Set Up Company In Mauritius?
Why Open Company In Mauritius?
Mauritius combines almost all the characteristics for an ideal offshore location. It is an independent sovereign State with an economy of substance. It is politically stable and is equipped with the state-of-the-art telecommunication technologies. It has a pool of bilingual professionals trained in Europe and the US. The country has a dynamic banking system with only internationally renowned banks operating in an exchange control free environment. Mauritius has an expanding network of double taxation which allows for efficient tax planning. So, a company formation in Mauritius isn’t as difficult as people think.
Mauritius is a politically stable island state located East of Africa. It is not just a peaceful paradise. It has an actual developed economy, ranking 20th in “Ease of Doing Business” worldwide. A skilled and bi-lingual (English & French) pool of qualified lawyers, accountants, and other professionals are at your disposal.
Mauritius acts as the main financial hub for investment into Africa. The jurisdiction is approved by the EU and white-listed by the OECD. It does not feature on any blacklist. Mauritius is a member of SADC, IOR-ARC and COMESA. Moreover, it has a growing list of Double Tax Treaties, allowing rock-solid tax planning.
As one of the few places in the world, Mauritius banks are still welcoming foreigners–especially those with a local company or who want to offshore open offshore company in Mauritius.
And besides the virtually non-existent corporate tax, there are no withholding tax on dividends, interest, and royalties paid outside of Mauritius. And if this is not enough, you do not have to worry about estate tax, capital gains tax inheritance, or wealth tax.
What kind of company can you set up in Mauritius?
Businessmen who wish to register company in Mauritius have two options:
- a Global Business License (GBL)
- an Authorized Company (AC)
While the second is the classic offshore in Mauritius; the first is a tax resident company that can benefit from an 80% exemption of corporate income tax (resulting in an effective tax rate of 3%). Both entities are great solutions if you’re involved in international trading and holding activities.
The Global Business License (GBL)
“Tax Resident”
The Global Business License is there for any activity, provided however that the ultimate purpose of the company is to make an investment or provide a product or a service outside Mauritius.
This is not a traditional offshore company. It needs two resident directors. As a result, this company is tax resident in Mauritius. It is subjected to tax and can be used to tax planning through an expanding network of tax treaties.
This company is subjected to 15% corporate tax. However, a foreign tax credit or deemed tax credit of 80% (whichever is higher) can be applied. The result is a maximum effective tax rate of 3% (subject to meeting certain conditions).
This type of company has a registered office in Mauritius and must submit Audited Financial Statements within 6 months of financial year end.
Authorised company (AC)
“Tax Exempt”
This type of company is in line with more traditional offshore companies such as those found in the Seychelles or the BVI. It does not require local directors. As such, it is also not tax resident in Mauritius and cannot make use of tax treaties.
This company is subject to 0% tax in Mauritius.
This type of company has a registered office in Mauritius and must submit an (unaudited) financial summary within 6 months of financial year end. And even though no tax is payable in Mauritius, i still needs to file a tax return with the authorities.
Authorised Companies characteristics
- At all-times it has a registered agent in Mauritius;
- It is a non-citizen, not being a banking institution, which holds the majority of its shares or voting rights or legal, beneficial interests; and
- Its principal place of effective management is situated outside Mauritius.
Authorised Companies suitable (but not limit) for:
- Non-Financial Consultancy
- IT Services
- Logistics
- Marketing
- Shipping
- Ship Management
- Trading (Non-Financial)
- Passive Investment Holding
- One off transaction using a Special Purpose Vehicle
Compliance
Stated Share Capital: There is no limit to the number or value of shares that can be issued.
Classes of Shares permitted: Registered shares, preference shares, redeemable shares and shares with or without voting rights.
Taxation: An authorised Company does not pay any tax on its world-wide profits to the Republic of Mauritius authorities.
License Fees: US$ 375 per year to FSC | US$ 125 per year to the Registrar of Companies.
Financial Statement Requirements: Authorised Companies are required to maintain financial statements to reflect their financial position with the Registered Agent but are not required to file accounts with the authorities.
Directors: Minimum one, who may be natural person or a body corporate.
Company Secretary: Required
Shareholders: The minimum number of shareholders is one.
Mauritius Taxation – Taxes on Corporate Income
A corporation resident in Mauritius is subject to tax on its worldwide income. A non-resident corporation is liable to tax on any Mauritius-source income, subject to any applicable tax treaty provisions.
If you are planning to incorporate offshore Mauritius, then you should know that Corporations are liable to income tax on their net income, currently at a flat rate of 15%. Companies engaged in the export of goods are liable to be taxed at the rate of 3% on the chargeable income attributable to that export based on a prescribed formula.
Mauritius has a credit system of taxation whereby foreign tax credit is given on any foreign-source income declared in Mauritius on which foreign tax of similar character to Mauritian tax has been imposed.
All corporate bodies incorporated in Mauritius (except companies holding a Category 2 Global Business License ‘Authorised Companies’ and certain approved funds and associations) are subject to income tax. This applies to all associations and other registered bodies. Income derived by local partnerships is shared and taxed in the hands of the partners.
Foreign corporations carrying on business, or having a place of business, in Mauritius are also liable to income tax on income derived from Mauritius.
Where to Bank?
There is no shortage of banking options in Mauritius. As of now, we can provide an introduction with the following banks: ABC Bank, Bank One, Afrasia Bank, Standard Chartered, Absa Bank, and Invested Bank.
Opening a corporate bank account is still possible here for foreign investors. This rings especially true if they own a local company. Having your bank and company in the same jurisdiction also prevents the more exotic structures of having the entity and bank account on opposite sides of the world. It ensures that register offshore company in Mauritius can be smooth.
Once you have explained us your business model, we can tell you more about the perfect banking solution for you. We can also help you with set up offshore company in Mauritius.
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