Register a company

A Company Name (in English) ending with Limited or its abbreviation, Ltd It cannot be identical or similar to another business name or existing trademark, or contain any offensive or vulgar words.

At least 1 business activity in its business profile, with a maximum of 2 business activities.

An initial paid-up capital of at least MUR Additional capital can be injected any time after incorporation.

A fiscal year period must be chosen, which can be any time of the year.

1 to 10 shareholders. The shareholders can either be an individual or another corporate entity, and the shares are not made available to the general public. 100% local or foreign shareholding is allowed. A shareholder can also be the director of the company.

Information relating to any individuals directly or indirectly, solely or jointly holding a significant (25%) control power in any classes of shares.

At least one Director who is an ordinarily resident in Mauritius aged 18 years and above. However, certain individuals (e.g. bankrupts and persons convicted of offences involving fraud or dishonesty) are disqualified from holding director positions. Foreigners wishing to act as the local director can apply for a valid work pass. Alternatively Trustlink can provide a Nominee Director to act as your local director.

Must appoint one Company Secretary within six months of the date of its incorporation.

A registered office address in Singapore and cannot be a P.O.Box. Under the Home Office Scheme

Unless the company is a small entity, it must appoint an auditor within 3 months from the date of its incorporation.