Mauritius's Global Business Company (GBC) is a leading jurisdiction for African and Asian investment structuring, with an extensive treaty network and access to SADC markets.
Mauritius government and FSC licence fees are paid separately. Annual compliance costs apply.
Form a Mauritius CompanyGBC for international business; Authorised Company for specific low-tax structures.
Global Business Licence applied for with the Financial Services Commission.
Company registered with the Registrar of Companies. Typically 2–4 weeks with FSC.
Support with Mauritius-based or correspondent banking.
A Global Business Company (GBC) is a company incorporated in Mauritius for the purpose of conducting international business. It is regulated by the Financial Services Commission and benefits from Mauritius's treaty network.
SADC (Southern African Development Community) is a regional economic bloc. Mauritius is a member, meaning Mauritius-based companies can access preferential trade treatment in member states including South Africa, Mozambique, and Tanzania.
Mauritius has signed over 45 double-taxation avoidance agreements, including with India, China, South Africa, France, and the UK – making it particularly valuable for structuring investment into these countries.
Mauritius has worked actively to comply with OECD and EU transparency standards. It was removed from the EU's 'grey list' in 2021 following legislative reforms. We advise on substance requirements to maintain compliant status.
Fixed price, real-time tracking, and expert handling — from first document to final approval.
Form a Mauritius Company