As global financial regulations evolve, savvy brokerage firms and asset managers are seeking regulatory jurisdictions that combine credibility, flexibility, and cost efficiency. One jurisdiction continues to check all the boxes: Mauritius.
Offering multiple tiers of investment dealer licenses under a robust legal and regulatory framework, Mauritius has become the preferred home for global brokerage and trading operations — particularly those serving clients across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.
📊 Types of Investment Dealer Licences in Mauritius
Mauritius offers several license classes through the Financial Services Commission (FSC):
-
Full-Service Dealer (including underwriting)
-
Full-Service Dealer (excluding underwriting)
-
Broker Dealer
-
Discount Broker
Each license type caters to specific business models, from proprietary trading desks to full-scale securities underwriters. Minimum capital requirements range from USD 15,000 to USD 250,000 depending on the chosen license.
🛠 What Activities Are Permitted?
A Full-Service Investment Dealer (including underwriting) may:
-
Trade securities as a principal
-
Underwrite and distribute securities
-
Manage client portfolios
-
Act as intermediary in client transactions
-
Provide ancillary investment advice
This provides broad flexibility for businesses looking to operate across retail, institutional, and corporate markets.
🌍 Why Mauritius?
✅ 1. Strategic Location
Situated between Africa and Asia, Mauritius serves as a launchpad into both continents — ideal for regional expansion.
✅ 2. Tax Efficiency
-
No capital gains tax
-
No exchange controls or withholding taxes
-
3%–15% corporate tax, with exemptions for qualifying activities
-
Extensive Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAAs)
✅ 3. Globally Respected Regulation
Mauritius complies with all 40 FATF recommendations, is OECD-compliant, and maintains ISAE 3402 and ISO 27001 standards across financial services operations.
✅ 4. High Leverage for Retail Traders
Unlike EU-regulated jurisdictions, Mauritius permits higher leverage limits, making it an attractive base for brokers targeting high-frequency or margin traders.
✅ 5. Experienced Ecosystem
The Mauritius International Financial Centre (MIFC) is home to global banks, auditors, tech providers, and over 2,000 licensed financial entities.
🧩 How JurisTax Helps You Get Licensed
At JurisTax, we provide end-to-end support for investment dealers:
-
Pre-licensing structuring and regulatory advisory
-
Company incorporation and board constitution
-
Appointment of qualified Resident Directors, MLROs, Compliance Officers
-
Preparation of business plan, financial projections, and policies
-
Fund setup and operational guidance tailored to your business model
-
Bank account setup and compliance submissions
-
Ongoing tax filing, accounting, and regulatory reporting
-
Staff relocation, visa processing, and Payroll Services
With over 2,000 clients served, our team of 150+ professionals ensures a smooth, fast-track licensing journey — whether you’re launching a trading platform, investment bank, or crypto brokerage.
💼 Time to Expand Your Investment Business?
Mauritius offers the perfect combination of low tax, strong regulation, and investor-friendly policies. Whether you’re targeting African markets, tapping into Asian liquidity, or diversifying your brokerage footprint, a Mauritius investment dealer licence is your gateway to growth.
📩 Contact Us Today
Let us help you structure and license your financial business in Mauritius:
+230 465 5526
📩 contact@juristax.com
🌐 www.juristax.com
