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1. To Get Self Employed Permit or License in Mauritius, applicant must first contact the Economic Development Board (EDB) of Mauritius link
2. The EDB is responsible for the grant of licenses and permits to individuals who wish to operate a business in the country.
3. Applicants should obtain the Application Form from the Economic Development Board (EDB) authority.
4. The application form should include information about the applicant’s business plan, as well as details of the business premises, equipment, and financial requirements.
5. Supporting documents must also be submitted along with the application form, such as a business plan, proof of financial soundness, and a certificate of good standing from the applicant’s previous regulatory authority and they can be found under the “Required Documents” section of this page.
6. Once the application is complete, it must be submitted to the EDB for review.
7. Once the application form is submitted to the EDB, the applicant will be required to submit additional documents, such as a business plan and a financial statement.
8. After the documents have been submitted, the EDB will assess the application and decide whether to grant the self-employment permit or license.
9. If the permit or license is granted, the applicant will be required to register the business with the Companies and Business Registration Office (CBRO). This will allow the business to operate legally in Mauritius.
10. It is important to remember that all businesses in Mauritius must comply with the relevant laws and regulations.
11. Finally, applicants must pay an annual fee to the EDB to maintain the license or permit and they can be found under the “Fees” section of this page.
12. The applicant must also ensure that all necessary taxes and levies are paid, and that all regulations and laws are adhered to.
13. Processing time for this procedure is 4-6 weeks depending on the complexity of the application.

• Application form
• Birth Certificate – original (either in English or French) If not, a certified/sworn translated copy by a competent authority should be submitted.
• Detailed Business Plan – as per template provided.
• Contracts or letters of intent from potential clients (min. of 2)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Original Academic and Professional qualifications or true certified copies by competent
• Passport – Biodata page
• 1 recent colour passport size digital photograph – dimensions 3.5cm (413 pixels) x 4.5cm (531 pixels) (less than six months old)
• Signed undertaking – to be filled and signed by the applicant.
• Copy of any other permit – Occupation Permit/Work/Residence Permit
• Business Registration Card
• Investment (evidence of transfer of funds from abroad in a local bank account of the company)
• Clearances/licenses/letter of intent for regulated activities (GBL, TEL, etc)
• Marriage Certificate / Divorce Certificate– original (either in English or French) If not, a certified/sworn translated copy by a competent authority should be submitted.
• Medical Certificate and reports – less than six months old
• Last entry visa pages
• Any other document as may be required

Visa Mauritius (Live and Invest in Mauritius)
Address: The Catalyst, Silicon Avenue,
4th Floor Suite 408, Ebène Cibercity
Tel: +230 5472 8640
Open time: Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 17:00
E-mail: info@visa-mauritius.com
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Passport and Immigration Office
Address: 4th Floor, Sterling House, 
Lislet Geoffroy Street, 
Port Louis - Mauritius 
Tel: + 230 211 5830 
Fax: +230 210 9322 
Email: pio_occupation@govmu.org
Contact link
Email: op@investmauritius.com

Economic Development Board, Mauritius
Board of Investment (BOI)
Address: Wall St, Quatre Bornes, Mauritius
QF3V+2G Quatre Bornes, Mauritius
Contact number: +2302033800
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• Anyone aged 18 or over who wishes to establish their own business in Mauritius, such as a trade, industry, professional service, agriculture or other business sector, is eligible to apply for a Get Self Employed Permit or License.

• Applicable fees for this Self-Employed Permit is US$1000.

• The Immigration Act also states that the Self-Employed Permit is valid for 10 years.

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• Processing time for this procedure is 4-6 weeks depending on the complexity of the application.

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• Personal Details: Name, Date of Birth, ID Card Number, Address, Phone Number, Email Address
• Business Details: Name of Business, Nature of Business, Business Address, Business Phone Number, Business Email Address
• Company Details: Company Details: Name of Company, Type of Entity, Registered Address, Business Activity, Date of Incorporation
• Financial Details: Bank Account Number, Bank Name, Amount of Capital Invested, Source of Funds
• Other Details: References, Educational Qualifications, Work Experience, Any Other Relevant Information
• Bank Details: Bank Name, Account Number, Swift Code.

• A self-employed permit or license is required in Mauritius to operate their own business.
• It is also necessary to ensure compliance with Mauritian laws and regulations, as well as to protect the rights of all parties involved in any business activity, including employees, customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• This permit or license also helps to ensure that businesses are operated in a safe and secure manner, and that the public is protected from potential harm.

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