Mauritius - How to Start Recruitment Agencies

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. To Start Recruitment Agencies in person, the applicant has to approach the Work Permit Unit - Employment Division under the aegis of the Ministry of Labour, Industrial Relations, Employment and Training (MLIRET).
2. Please view the MLIRET work permit unit contact details through this link
3. The applicant must submit a written application to the Director of the Employment Division, indicating the name of the proposed agency and its proposed activities, the proposed composition of the staff, the proposed premises, the proposed capital and the proposed sources of income.
4. The applicant must also provide proof of identity and nationality, a business plan and financial projection, a certificate of good conduct and a police clearance certificate and they can be found under the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. A fee for this procedure has to be paid as per the authority’s request.
6. The application will be evaluated by the MLIRET and the applicant will be notified of the decision within two weeks.
7. If the application is approved, the applicant must then register the agency with the Registrar of Business Names at the Corporate Affairs and Intellectual Property Office.
8. The applicant must then apply for a license from the Minister of Labour, Industrial Relations, Employment and Training.
9. Once the license is granted, the applicant must then apply for a work permit from the Work Permit Unit – Employment Division.
10. The applicant must then register with the National Employment Office (NEO) and submit a copy of the license and work permit.
11. The applicant must then apply for a tax registration number from the Mauritius Revenue Authority.
12. The applicant must then open a business account with a local bank and submit a copy of the bank statement.
13. The applicant must then advertise the services of the agency in local newspapers and other media outlets.
14. Finally, the applicant must obtain a membership to the Mauritius Employment Agencies Association.
15. The applicant must then start recruiting candidates and providing services to employers.
16. Generally, the recruitment process can take anywhere from a few days to several weeks, depending on the complexity of the role and the number of applications received.

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Required Documents

• A certificate of incorporation.
• A valid business permits.
• A copy of the Memorandum and Articles of Association.
• A valid tax identification number.
• A copy of the company’s bank statements.
• A copy of the company’s recent audited financial statements.
• An employment agency license.
• A copy of the Agency’s recruitment and placement policy.
• A copy of the Agency’s code of conduct.
• A valid insurance certificate.
• A list of the Agency’s staff members.
• A copy of the Agency’s complaint-handling policy.

Office Locations & Contacts

Ministry of Labour, Human Resource Development and Training (MLHRDT) Headquarters
Address: Level 1-9, Victoria House,
Corner St Louis & Barracks Streets,
Port-Louis
Telephone: (+230) 207 2600
Fax: (+230)207 2710, 2081541
Email: [email protected]
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Work Permit Unit
Level 10-11, Victoria House,
Corner St Louis & Barracks Streets,
Port Louis,
Republic of Mauritius
Telephone No: (230)405-0100/405-0143 (Counter Service)
Fax No: (230)208-6252
E-Mail: [email protected]
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Employment Division
Address: 10th Floor, Sterling House,
10-11 Lislet Geoffroy Street,
Port Louis, Republic of Mauritius,
Telephone No: (230) 211-7769 (Counter Service)
Fax: (230) 208-6252
E-mail: [email protected]

Eligibility

• To be eligible for recruitment agencies in Mauritius, they must be a citizen or a permanent resident of the country.
• Additionally, they must have a valid work permit and possess the necessary qualifications and experience required for the job.

Fees

• A fee for this procedure has to be paid as per the authority’s request.

Validity

• The validity period for Start Recruitment Agencies is generally one to three years, although this can vary depending on the agency.

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Processing Time

• Generally, the recruitment process can take anywhere from a few days to several weeks, depending on the complexity of the role and the number of applications received.

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Required Information

• Applicant's full name and address
• Business name and trade name
• Business address
• Contact information
• Business plan
• Financial statements
• Information about the agency's services and activities
• Details of any prior experience in recruitment activities
• Details of the agency's compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
• Details of the agency's adherence to ethical standards.
• Information about the agency's staff and their qualifications
• Information about the agency's recruitment policies and procedures
• Information about the agency's safety and security measures
• Any additional information that may be required by the relevant regulatory body.

Need for the Document

• Recruitment Agencies in Mauritius are important to help employers find qualified and experienced candidates to fill job vacancies.
• They can provide employers with access to a large talent pool and can often source candidates who are not actively looking for a job.
• They also provide employers with information on salary and other employment related factors, as well as advice on legal and compliance issues.
• Also, recruitment agencies can provide advice and guidance to employers on the best recruitment practices.
• Finally, they can help employers to ensure they are meeting their legal obligations when hiring and managing employees.

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