Starting a business in Mauritius: the compliance basics
To start a business in Mauritius: register the company with Corporate & Business Registration Dept (CBRD), register for tax with Mauritius Revenue Authority (MRA) (corporate income tax 15%; VAT 15% once over MUR 6 million), comply with the Workers' Rights Act, 2019 if you hire, and meet Data Protection Act, 2017 for personal data.
First compliance steps
- 1 Register the company with Corporate & Business Registration Dept (CBRD).
- 2 Register for tax with Mauritius Revenue Authority (MRA).
- 3 Register as an employer (the NPF/CSG social contributions) and use written contracts if you hire.
- 4 Register for VAT once turnover passes MUR 6 million.
- 5 Put a basic Data Protection Act, 2017 framework in place.
Frequently asked questions
What do I need to start a business in Mauritius?
Register with Corporate & Business Registration Dept (CBRD), register for tax with Mauritius Revenue Authority (MRA), and meet labour (Workers' Rights Act, 2019) and data-protection rules. Confirm specifics with Mauritius Revenue Authority (MRA).
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Reviewed June 2026 from official sources. General information only — confirm with Mauritius Revenue Authority (MRA) or a registered professional.