About Mauritius: Business and Company Formation

Mauritius is an island republic in the south-west Indian Ocean, east of Madagascar. It has a diversified economy in which financial services, tourism, manufacturing and information and communication technology are important sectors.

Population
The resident population was estimated at approximately 1.24 million in 2026. Mauritius is home to communities with African, Asian, European and mixed heritage.

Political structure
Mauritius became independent on 12 March 1968 and a republic in 1992. It is a parliamentary republic. The President is Head of State, while executive authority is exercised by the Government led by the Prime Minister.

Economy
Mauritius has developed from a predominantly sugar-based economy into a diversified upper-middle-income economy. Financial services are regulated, and global business activities are supervised by the Financial Services Commission.

Languages
Mauritian Creole is the language most widely used in everyday life, while English and French are widely used in business, education, government and the media. The Constitution specifies English as the official language of the National Assembly, with French also permitted there; it does not designate one general official language for the whole country.

Currency
The currency is the Mauritian rupee (MUR).

Legal system
Mauritius has a mixed legal system influenced by both French civil law and English common law. The legal rules that apply depend on the subject matter.

Business and investment
Company formation, global business, banking, tax residence and investment activities are subject to applicable laws, regulatory approvals and client due-diligence requirements. Tax or treaty benefits are not automatic and should be assessed for the proposed structure.