Company Secretary
Every company, other than a small private company or a Category 2 Global Business Company (GBC2), must have a...
Companies in Mauritius are governed by the Companies Act 2001, effective from December 1, 2001. This Act offers a modern, efficient framework for business operations, aiming to facilitate enterprise, promote transparency, and enhance competitiveness. The legislation is designed to be clear, flexible, and aligned with international standards. It also harmonises the legal provisions for domestic companies with those for Global Business Companies.
Annual Meetings
An annual meeting of shareholders must be held once each year. Such meetings must not be later than 6...
Company Administration
Directors The business and affairs of a company are managed by or under the direction of the board. The...
Capital Structure
Shares and Share Ownership Upon incorporation of a company any person named in the application as a shareholder is...
Constitution of a Company
The constitution of a company is a contract between the company and the members, and the members themselves. The...
Types of Companies
A company may either be set up as a public or private company. A public company is a listed...
Accounting Records
It is the responsibility of the Board of a company to ensure that proper accounting records are kept and...
Company Formation
Any one or more persons may apply for incorporation of a company, except for LLC’s which require two members....