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POPULATION

1,260,000

LANGUAGES

English

COUNTRY CAPITAL

Port Louis

CURRENCY

MUR

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Overview of Mauritius

Mauritius is an island in the Indian Ocean, 2,000 kilometres off the Southeast Coast of Africa. The country is a mixed economy that depends on tourism, agriculture, manufactured exports, and financial services. The country has a population of 1.26 million and a Gross Domestic Product of 14.95 USD as of 2024. Mauritius is among the most developed countries per capita, making it ideal for business operations.

15

Holidays Per Year

45 hrs per week

Working hours

Compensation & Benefits in Mauritius

MUR 37,451

Average wage per month

3-4 weeks

Annual vacation leave (min)

Do you want to expand your business operations into Mauritius? With Talent Grid Africa, you no longer have to worry about local laws, complex tax systems or managing international payroll. Our employer of record services take care of everything while you focus on growing your business.

Tax Rates in Mauritius

 Anyone, irrespective of nationality, deriving income from sources in Mauritius is subject to income tax from all these sources. The primary elements of the tax structure include corporate tax, value-added tax, and progressive tax. The corporate tax stands at a flat rate of 15%, the VAT at a standard rate of 15%, and a progressive income tax system with rates ranging from 10% to 25%. This tax structure attracts investors globally, making Mauritius a go-to country for business owners.

The Workers’ Rights Act, 2019, govern the employment regulations in Mauritius. The Act covers the minimum wage, overtime, annual leave, discrimination, and other provisions. Here is a look at some of the provisions in the Workers’ Rights Act, 2019.

  • Work Permits. Foreigners wishing to work in Mauritius must obtain work permits from the Ministry of Labour, Industrial Relations, and Employment. These permits are subject to renewal since they are issued for a specific duration. 
  • Employment Contracts. Employers must provide contracts to their employees. The contracts should outline the employment terms and conditions, salary, working hours, and benefits.
  • Social Security Contributions. Employers must contribute to the National Pension Fund (NPF) and the National Savings Fund (NSF) on behalf of their employees.
  • Partnering with Talent Grid Africa as your employer of record in Mauritius is more cost-effective than establishing a legal entity. 
  • Our EOR services in Mauritius enable you to hire and manage employees without opening a physical office. 
  • We handle the payroll process in line with local laws. Our team ensures timely and accurate payments. 
  • We help you hire local and global talent by handling work permits and visas. 
  • Our complete EOR services in Mauritius protect your business from legal and compliance issues.

Frequently Asked Questions

Mauritius has a stable economy, low tax rates, and double taxation treaties, making it ideal for foreign investment.

The Workers’ Rights Act, 2019, regulates employment, covering wages, leave, discrimination, and working conditions.

Yes, foreigners must obtain work permits from the Ministry of Labour, and these permits need periodic renewal.

Corporate tax is charged at a flat rate of 15%, with the same rate applying to VAT.

They handle payroll, recruitment, work permits, visa services, staff outsourcing, and executive search.