In Mauritius, it is important to apply for business registration with the Corporate and Business Registration Department (CBRD) before starting any new business activity. You can start a business by registering different structures as per your business needs and requirements. Above all, it is very important to select the right business structure before starting your operations.

A business can be registered in Mauritius in one day. The registration fees applicable for Business Registration depends on the workforce at the time of application and is as follows:

• Not more than 10 persons: Rs. 125
• Between 11 and 50 persons: Rs. 250
• Between 51 and 100 persons: Rs. 600
• Above 100 persons: Rs. 1,500

The above registration fees do not apply to companies and commercial partnerships.

What is “business”?

The law provides a list of activities in its definition of business.

Business includes:

• every form of trade, commerce or manufacture, craftsmanship, calling, profession, vocation: or occupation or any other activity carried on by a person for the purposes of gain or profit;
• Any activity of a co-operative society, an association, a trade union.

Duties of a registered business

Every registered business in Mauritius shall:

1. Use its business name, if any, and its business registration number (BRN) in all communications
2. Display its business registration card in a conspicuous place at every place of business
3. Inform the CBRD of any change in the nature of business activity or change of address within 14 days
4. Notify the CBRD of cessation or transfer of business within 15 days
5. Pay trade fees to the CBRD
6. Renew its business card every 3 years
7. Pay annual registration fee to the CBRD

Are you starting a new business in Mauritius? Contact us for free assistance to register your business.