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Corporate Management Services in Mauritius

Professional director services, board governance, strategic oversight and corporate management — delivering substance and credibility for Mauritius entities.

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Effective corporate management is central to a well-functioning Mauritius entity, particularly for Global Business Companies that must demonstrate genuine management and control from Mauritius to satisfy economic substance requirements and to access treaty benefits. Corporate management encompasses far more than signing documents: it involves the active exercise of director responsibilities, informed participation in board decisions, governance oversight, risk management and the maintenance of a proper corporate governance framework. Our corporate management services are provided by experienced professionals who act as resident directors and board members, taking their fiduciary obligations seriously and ensuring that the companies they manage operate to a high standard of governance while meeting all regulatory expectations. We work with a wide range of entities — holding companies, fund managers, treasury vehicles, trading companies and family office structures.

Corporate management services

Resident Director Services

We provide resident director services through qualified professionals who are domiciled and tax resident in Mauritius. Our directors are actively involved in board deliberations, review strategic decisions, ensure that management decisions are made at board level in Mauritius, and maintain the documented governance record that demonstrates substance. Directors operate under clearly defined governance frameworks agreed with each client.

Board Governance and Meeting Management

We organise and facilitate board meetings — whether held in person in Mauritius or by video conference — prepare comprehensive board packs, draft minutes that accurately reflect deliberations and decisions, and ensure that all board actions are properly authorised and documented. For clients who require physical board presence in Mauritius, we can arrange appropriate meeting facilities.

Corporate Governance Framework

For entities that require a more formalised governance structure — particularly regulated entities, fund vehicles and family office holding companies — we assist in developing and implementing a governance framework including board charters, delegation of authority matrices, conflict of interest policies, related-party transaction procedures and risk management protocols.

Company Secretary and Compliance Officer

In addition to director services, we provide Company Secretary and Compliance Officer functions. The Compliance Officer is responsible for the company's adherence to its FSC licence conditions, AML/CFT obligations and reporting requirements. For regulated entities, the Compliance Officer must meet FSC fit-and-proper criteria and is a named individual on the licence.

Engagement process

Governance assessment

We review the company's regulatory requirements, substance obligations, ownership structure and the nature of its business activities to design an appropriate governance framework and establish the scope of our management mandate.

Director appointment and onboarding

We appoint our professional resident directors by board resolution and shareholder approval, update the statutory registers and notify the FSC and Registrar of Companies. A governance protocol document is agreed that sets out decision-making parameters, escalation procedures and reporting lines.

Active board management

We manage the annual board calendar — scheduling meetings, circulating board packs, facilitating informed decision-making and maintaining comprehensive minutes. We ensure that strategic and operational decisions are made at board level in Mauritius and are properly documented.

Ongoing reporting and oversight

We provide regular governance reports to beneficial owners or their advisers, flagging any material regulatory developments, compliance issues or governance concerns. We also manage the annual director declaration requirements and any regulatory notifications relating to the directorate.

What effective corporate management requires

Resident directors who are actively involved in strategic decision-making — not passive nominees
Board meetings held in Mauritius (physically or by video conference with quorum in Mauritius)
Comprehensive board minutes documenting deliberations, not just decisions
Governance protocols agreed between the Management Company and the beneficial owner
Timely communication of material developments and instructions from beneficial owners
Annual review of governance arrangements to reflect any changes in the company's activities

Indicative costs

Corporate management fees depend on the number of directors required, the frequency of board meetings, the complexity of the governance framework and the regulated status of the entity. The following are indicative ranges.

Item	Indicative range
Resident director service (per director per annum)	USD 2,500 – 5,500
Board meeting facilitation and minutes (per meeting)	USD 500 – 1,500
Compliance Officer function (regulated entities)	USD 3,000 – 8,000 per annum
Annual governance framework review	USD 1,000 – 3,000

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a nominee director and an active resident director for substance purposes?

A nominee director who merely signs documents on instruction, without genuine participation in board deliberations or independent exercise of judgment, does not satisfy Mauritius's economic substance requirements. An active resident director must genuinely participate in strategic and operational decisions, attend or participate in board meetings and apply informed judgment. The FSC assesses substance by examining the quality and content of board minutes, not merely the presence of a local director on the register.

How many resident directors does a GBC require?

A GBC must have at least two directors who are resident in Mauritius, both of whom must be individuals (not corporate directors). These directors must be genuinely active in the management of the company. Additional non-resident directors may also serve on the board.

Can the beneficial owner also serve as a director of a GBC?

Yes, the beneficial owner may be a director. However, for a GBC to meet its substance requirements, at least two resident Mauritius-based directors must be on the board and must actively participate in management. If the beneficial owner is not resident in Mauritius, they cannot themselves fulfil the residency requirement.

What governance documentation should a GBC maintain to evidence substance?

Key governance documentation includes: detailed board meeting minutes showing active deliberation; a board calendar evidencing meetings held in Mauritius; a governance protocol or terms of reference for the board; records of decisions made locally on strategic and operational matters; and, where relevant, evidence of local staffing, office arrangements or contracted management services.

The information on this page is provided for general guidance only and does not constitute legal, tax or regulatory advice. Always seek professional advice specific to your situation.