Mauritius - File Notice of Issue of Share

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. To File Notice of Issue of Share in person, the applicant should contact the Corporate and business registration department in Mauritius. Contact link
2. The applicant should download the registration form from this link
3. The applicant must fill in the form with all necessary information, such as name, address, contact number, and other relevant details, as well as attaching all required documents, including proof of identity, proof of address, and any other documentation needed to complete the application process and they can be found under the “Required Document” section of this page.
4. Once the applicant has obtained all the necessary documents, they will have to present them to the necessary governing authorities to complete the application process, which can be done either through mail or in person at the Companies Registrar office.
5. The Companies Registrar will thoroughly review the submitted documents to ensure that they are in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act and will take necessary steps to ensure that all requirements are met.
6. Once the Companies Registrar has issued the relevant confirmation, the applicant will need to pay the required fees, which vary depending on the size of the company and the nature of the documents being filed in Mauritius, and this payment must be made as per the authority’s request.
7. Once the payment has been made and the documents have been received, the Companies Registrar will issue a Certificate of Incorporation, which will serve as proof that the Notice of Issue of Share has been successfully filed.
8. Upon receipt of the required documentation and fees, the Certificate of Incorporation will be promptly sent to the applicant by mail or email, allowing them to begin operating their business as a legal entity.
9. The applicant should also ensure that the company complies with all other applicable laws, such as the Companies Act, and any other applicable regulations in Mauritius.
10. The Certificate of Incorporation will be accompanied by a copy of the Notice of Issue of Share, which should be kept safely by the applicant.
11. After the Certificate of Incorporation has been issued, the applicant must then proceed to register the shares with the Stock Exchange of Mauritius.
12. The applicant will then have to submit copies of the Certificate of Incorporation to the relevant governing authorities, such as the Stock Exchange and the Registrar of Companies, to ensure that the company’s shares are properly registered and can be traded on the market.
13. Once the shares have been registered and approved, the company can begin trading on the stock exchange.
14. The processing time for this procedure is 10-15 business days.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• A copy of the Memorandum and Articles of Association of the company.
• A copy of the Certificate of Incorporation of the company.
• A copy of the auditor’s report, if applicable.
• A copy of the board resolution authorizing the issue of shares.
• A copy of the share allotment letter, if applicable.
• A copy of the share certificate, if applicable.
• A copy of the share transfer deed, if applicable.
• A copy of the statement of capital, as provided by the company.
• A copy of the share register, if applicable.
• Any other documents may be required by the authority.

Office Locations & Contacts

Corporate and business registration department
One Cathedrale Square Building,
Jules Koeing Street, Port_Louis
Republic of Mauritius
Tel No: + (230) 202-0600
Fax No: +(230) 212-4480
Email: [email protected]
POINT OF CONTACT FOR INTERNATIONAL REQUESTS:
For any international requests for information on NPOs (Companies Limited by Guarantee and Foundations), please contact the Registrar of Companies/ Registrar of Foundations on the following:
Email address: comd Link
Phone No: +230 2020602 / +230 2020615
The requests for information should be made in writing and submitted on the above email address. The office of the Registrar will endeavor to provide the information required as soon as possible.
For information on associations, applicant may contact the Registrar of Associations on: [email protected]
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Eligibility

• Any company incorporated in Mauritius is eligible to file a Notice of Issue of Shares.
• The company must be registered with the Companies Registry and have a valid Certificate of Incorporation.

Fees

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

Validity

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Processing Time

• The processing time for this procedure is 10-15 business days.

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Instructions

• The Companies Act 2001 sets out the procedure for the issue of shares in a company incorporated in Mauritius. The procedure requires the company to file a notice of issue of shares with the Registrar of Companies in Mauritius.
• The notice must include the name of the company, the number of shares issued, the amount paid for each share, the name and address of each shareholder, and the date of the issue.
• The company must also provide evidence that the shares were fully paid for in cash or in kind. In addition, the company must provide the Registrar with a copy of its Memorandum and Articles of Association, and any other documents relating to the issue of the shares. Once the notice has been filed, the Registrar will issue a certificate of registration, which will confirm the details of the issue.
• The Registrar may also require the company to provide additional information or documents to process the notice. This may include proof of payment, copies of bank statements, and other evidence of the company’s financial standing.
• Failure to comply with the requirements of the Companies Act 2001 may result in the issue of shares being declared invalid.

Required Information

• Name of Applicant
• Address of Applicant
• Contact Number of Applicant
• Email of Applicant
• Purpose of Application
• Company Name
• Company Name
• Company Registration Number
• Date of Issue of Shares
• Type of Shares Issued
• Number of Shares Issued
• Consideration Paid (if applicable)
• Names and Residence of Subscribers of Shares
• Particulars of the Company's Shareholders
• Particulars of the Company's Directors
• Name and Address of the Registered Office
• Name and Address of the Company Secretary
• Name and Address of the Company Bankers
• Signature of Applicant
• Any other relevant information

Need for the Document

• The File Notice of Issue of Share is a document required by the Financial Services Commission of Mauritius (FSC) when a company issues new shares.
• This document is a declaration from the company to the regulator that the new shares have been issued in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations.
• This document is used to ensure that the shareholders who purchased the new shares have the necessary rights and entitlements, as set out in the company’s articles of association, and that the company has complied with all applicable disclosure requirements.

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