Mauritius
Regulated substance with strong Africa–Asia positioning
Open guide →Jurisdictions
We coordinate international entities as part of a wider commercial, residency and governance strategy—not as isolated shelf companies.
Headline comparison
| Jurisdiction | Headline corporate tax | Indicative setup | Privacy | Often considered for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mauritius ↗ | 0–15% depending on status, substance and income | 2–4 weeks | High, with regulated beneficial-ownership reporting | Africa/Asia investment, treaty access, international operations |
| Seychelles ↗ | Territorial; treatment depends on activities and source | 2–5 business days | High, subject to statutory records | Simple international holding and operating vehicles |
| Cyprus ↗ | 12.5% headline rate | 2–4 weeks | Moderate; EU transparency regime | EU holdings, trading, IP and substance-led structures |
| BVI ↗ | 0% local corporate income tax in many cases | 3–7 business days | High, subject to beneficial-ownership rules | Holding, investment and joint-venture vehicles |
Indicative only. Tax outcomes depend on residence, management and control, source of income, economic substance and applicable law. Independent legal and tax advice is always required.
Regulated substance with strong Africa–Asia positioning
Open guide →Speed and simplicity for appropriate private structures
Open guide →EU credibility and established holding-company rules
Open guide →A familiar standard for global investment structures
Open guide →Structure review
We will map the commercial requirement before recommending where—or whether—to incorporate.
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