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Fund Setup

At JurisTax, we understand the challenges and opportunities of setting up a Fund setup in Mauritius. Whether you are an individual investor, an organization, or a philanthropic entity, we offer comprehensive and customized fund administration services to suit your needs. Our team of experts has extensive experience in structuring, forming, and managing funds across various asset classes, including private equity, real estate, and venture capital. We leverage our thorough knowledge of the local and global environment to help you navigate the regulatory and tax landscape, optimize your investment performance, and achieve your financial goals.

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Our services

Consultation & Planning

We work with you to understand your objectives, risk appetite, and long-term vision. We thus design tailored solutions that match your specific needs and assist you in attaining your financial goals.

Legal & Regulatory Compliance

Our legal team guides you through the complexity of fund regulations in Mauritius and other jurisdictions. We ensure that your fund setup meets all the applicable regulatory standards, reducing risks and achieving compliance.

Our Plans

We provide end-to-end support for your fund setup and administration. From choosing the right fund structure to handling day-to-day administrative tasks, we streamline processes, leaving you with more time to focus on your core mission.

Why Choose JurisTax?

Expertise & Experience

Benefit from the expertise of our team, that has acquired decades of experience and a wealth of knowledge in managing funds and providing financial solutions.

Client-Centric Approach

We aim to align with your goals and principles, firmly believing that our success is intertwined with yours. Therefore, we are devoted to securing your achievements and fostering lasting partnerships.

Transparency & Accountability

Trust is crucial in financial services. We uphold the highest levels of transparency in all our processes and adhere to the highest standards. Our processes are ISAE certified.

About Us

What Sets Our Business Apart for Your Selection

We derive our edge from being impartial, prioritizing our clients and providing them with tailored solutions that address their needs. We are dedicated to delivering unbiased and high-quality solutions that help our clients succeed.

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FAQs

Quick answers to common questions about our fund, including investments, performance, and how to get started.

The timeframe for the application for a fund authorisation is generally around 60 business days from the time the application is lodged and submitted to the authorities, on the basis that all relevant documentation and information required from the FSC are provided on time.

A Fund established in Mauritius can be structured as a company, a protected cell company, a trust, a limited partnership, foundation or any other legal entity prescribed by the Financial Services Commission (FSC)

Funds can be set up as an open-ended fund which fall under the Collective Investments Scheme (CIS) category or closed-end funds (CEFs) which is commonly referred as private equity fund

The different types of CIS category include:

  • Global CIS
  • Professional CIS
  • Specialized CIS
  • Expert Fund

  • Funds set up in Mauritius have a low tax regime and have access to an extensive network of double tax treaties and Investment Promotion and Protection Agreements which acts as a protection to potential investors.
  • Mauritius is a politically stable jurisdiction and enjoys a conducive business environment, with the appropriate legal framework and right of judicial recourse to the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council of the United Kingdom.
  • It is geographically well located, and it is a preferred platform for establishing holding structures.
  • There is no capital gains tax in Mauritius and no withholding tax on dividends and interest in Mauritius.
  • There are no exchange controls and funds can be repatriated freely.
  • The partial exemption regime is applicable where 80% of the foreign-source income derived by a collective investment scheme (CIS), closed-end fund (CEF), CIS manager or CIS administrator is exempted from income tax. This results in an effective tax rate of 3%

Types of licenses

  • CIS (Single Fund)
  • CIS (Multiple Funds)
  • CIS (Protected Cell Company)
  • Closed-End Fund (Single Fund)
  • Closed-End Fund (Multiple Funds)
  • Closed-End Fund (Protected Cell Company)

NAV calculations

Processing of capital calls and distribution

Preparation of management accounts and statutory financial statements in accordance in line with the relevant accounting standards

  • Audit liaison and managing the audit process
  • Investor, regulatory and tax reporting

Calculation of the fund net asset valuation on a monthly, quarterly, semi-annual or annual basis.

JurisTax prepares statutory financial statements in line with the International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”).

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