Why Mauritius for Business,
Investment and Residency
Why Mauritius Is a Strategic International Business Hub
Reviewed by: Herman Suhirman, General Manager
Last reviewed 20 July 2026
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Mauritius offers a dynamic, pro-business environment and serves as a strategic gateway between Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. Located in the Indian Ocean, it has become a trusted base for international trade and investment.
A former colony of both France and Britain, Mauritius gained independence in 1968 and became a republic in 1992 with the adoption of a new constitution. Today, it is a stable parliamentary democracy, with an appointed president as head of state and a legislature elected every five years by popular vote.
Its legal system blends French civil law with English common law, creating a unique and investor-friendly framework. Mauritius also retains the Privy Council in the United Kingdom as its highest court of appeal, ensuring legal transparency, independence, and certainty.​
Good Governance
Index 2024 (Chandler
Institute of Governance)
46th globally
1st in Africa
Ibrahim Index of African Governance 2024
(Mo Ibrahim Foundation)
2nd in Africa
Index of Economic
Freedom 2024
(Heritage Foundation)
19th globally
1st in Africa
Global Innovation
Index 2025
53rd globally
1st in Sub-Saharan Africa
Democracy Index
2023
20th globally
1st in Africa
Global Peace Index
2024
22nd globally
1st in Africa
Key Advantages of Choosing Mauritius
​​Stable political and economic environment with a well-established democratic system and consistent economic growth.
Hybrid legal system combining British common law and French civil law, offering legal clarity and flexibility.
Multilingual, highly skilled workforce, with English and French as the primary business languages.
Sophisticated and well-regulated banking sector supporting international financial operations
Extensive treaty network, including 54 Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements and 46 Investment Promotion and Protection Agreements. Intrasia assesses how the relevant agreements may apply to your proposed structure. View the EDB bilateral agreements overview.
No foreign exchange controls, allowing for the free movement of capital.
100% foreign ownership permitted, with free repatriation of profits, dividends, and capital.
Favourable tax regime with no capital gains tax, no withholding tax on dividends and interest, and no estate, inheritance, or wealth tax.
Strategic geographic location and time zone, with frequent air links to major cities in Europe, Africa, and Asia.
High quality of life, with a safe, multilingual environment
Explore Your Options in Mauritius
Whether you plan to establish a company, obtain residency or invest in property, Intrasia manages the process from initial assessment through to application and ongoing support.
Establish a Business in Mauritius
Choose the appropriate company structure and let us handle the incorporation, registrations and ongoing administration.
Live and Work in Mauritius
Explore the residence and occupation permits available to investors, professionals, self-employed applicants and retirees.​
Invest in Mauritian Property
Understand the approved property schemes available to non-citizens and the circumstances in which property acquisition may provide residence rights.​