Four outcomes in a single transaction
What you receive
One transaction, four outcomes: a participation in an operating business, Mauritian residence status for the family, the opening of Mauritian bank accounts and access to the island's tax regime.
Participation in the company
1% in a Mauritius-registered digital company with an active user base. Protection terms are set out in the Subscription Agreement.
- Anti-dilution protection
- Board Observer status
- Quarterly financial reporting
- Right to an independent audit
Mauritian residence status
We arrange the Investor Permit. We prepare the file, submit it to EDB Mauritius and manage the case through to the regulator's decision. The permit is issued by EDB upon fulfilment of programme requirements.
- Investor permit
- Dependant permit for the spouse
- Dependant permit for children up to 24
- Path to permanent residence from 3 years
Personal account in Mauritius
We arrange a personal multi-currency shareholder account at Mauritian banks, subject to the bank's KYC requirements.
- Personal shareholder account: USD, EUR, MUR
- KYC preparation: source of funds, due diligence
- Bank selected for the investor's profile
- Onboarding support through to account activation
Mauritian tax regime
Mauritius is a low-tax jurisdiction with transparent regulation under English common law.
- 0% capital gains tax
- 0% inheritance tax
- 0% wealth tax
- 15% income tax (reliefs available)
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What your capital delivers
Illustrative estimate. Actual outcomes depend on your tax residency and individual structuring — discussed at the consultation.
Transaction parameters
Investment amount and family composition
Participation in the company
Permit applications for the family4 persons
Permit term10 years + renewal
Eligibility window for permanent residencefrom 3 years
Indicative CGT savings per annum*$8,000
Indicative savings over 10 years$80,000
* CGT savings are a feature of the Mauritian jurisdiction, not a service provided by commerce.mu. The 0% capital gains tax (CGT) applies to tax residents of the Republic of Mauritius under local law. The figure above is an illustrative estimate against an assumed 20% rate (RU reference). The 8% annual return is illustrative for the model — not a forecast of issuer performance and not a promise of return on investment. This is not tax advice. Actual tax consequences depend on your residency and must be assessed by an independent tax adviser. See legal information.
Issuer
About the issuer
An operating Mauritian technology company. We develop and run digital mobility and payments services for the Indian Ocean region. The flagship product in production is DodoGo.mu, the Mauritian ride-hailing platform with a proprietary AI pricing engine.
Operating product · live in Mauritius
DodoGo.mu — Mauritius ride-hailing platform
The full technology stack: rider app, driver app, dispatch system, and an AI engine for dynamic pricing factoring traffic and weather. The service runs 24/7, covers the entire island, and serves real customers and a partner network of drivers. The apps are published in the App Store and Google Play — this is the issuer's operating business, not a vehicle built for the programme.
- AI pricing: traffic, weather and real-time demand
- Four fleet categories: Economy, Comfort, 6-seater, 14-seat shuttle
- Apps published on the App Store and Google Play; EN · FR · RU
- Partner driver network, dispatch and 24/7 support
Complimentary for qualified investors
Investment memorandum — delivered by email
A confidential investor pack, forty-five pages, prepared as a private data room: audited and projected financials, capitalisation table, the company's legal and governance structure, the form of Subscription Agreement with anti-dilution and pre-emption provisions, the EDB Mauritius process map and document checklist, and the risk-factor schedule. Released to qualified investors under NDA; sent to the email provided once qualified-investor status has been confirmed.
We do not share your address with third parties. Only the PDF memorandum is sent.
Where the team works
Office in Mauritius
The company's operational workspace. The team works from the office in Mauritius — this is not a virtual registered address used for EDB filings.
Immigration programme
Investor Permit
A State of Mauritius programme administered by the Economic Development Board of Mauritius (EDB). Granted through a participation in a Mauritius-registered company. The investor secures resident status for the family for 10 years, renewable, with eligibility for permanent residence from three years of lawful residence. The permit is issued by EDB upon fulfilment of programme requirements.
- 110-year permit, renewableRight to reside and conduct business in Mauritius.
- 2The family accompanies the investorSpouse and children up to 24 may obtain a dependant permit.
- 3Path to permanent residence — from 3 yearsAfter continuous lawful residence. The decision rests with EDB.
- 4End-to-end handlingWe prepare the file, translate and notarise the documents, submit to EDB and manage the case through to permit issuance.
Mauritius and other residence-by-investment programmes
| Programme | Entry | Residence term | Path to PR | Structure |
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| Mauritius | from $50,000 | 10 years | from 3 years | stake in an operating company |
| Greece Golden Visa | €250,000+ | 5 years | 7 years | real estate |
| Portugal Golden Visa | €500,000+ | 2 years | 5 years | real estate |
| UAE Golden Visa | ~$545,000 | 10 years | no PR | real estate |
| Cyprus PR | €300,000+ | permanent | immediate at €300,000+ | real estate |
| Malta PR | €300,000+ | 5 years | 5 years | government bonds / real estate |
Illustrative comparison by minimum entry threshold as of 06.2026. Programme terms change — please verify with specialist advisers.
Path to PR
From investment to residence — and to PR
Today's investment opens not only a temporary status — it is a transparent route to permanent residence.
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Day 1
Investment
Entry into an operating Mauritian company through an equity stake. Signing of the Subscription Agreement, registration of shares.
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Application
Investor Permit
Preparation and submission of the document package. Review rests with the Economic Development Board of Mauritius; the timeline depends on EDB.
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Year 1–3
Residence
Living and doing business in Mauritius. 0% CGT for tax residents, a multi-currency account at a bank licensed by the Bank of Mauritius.
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From 3 years · PR
Permanent Residence
Possibility to apply for Permanent Residence, subject to EDB requirements. The decision rests with EDB.
The transition to PR is neither automatic nor tied to a fixed date: the decision rests with the Economic Development Board of Mauritius, subject to the programme requirements. Physical-presence requirements are set by EDB and clarified for each individual situation.
How PR differs from a residence permit
Open-ended status
A residence permit is issued for a fixed term with renewal; permanent residence is not tied to the permit term and is retained subject to the requirements of Mauritian law.
Streamlined banking
Permanent residents have access to a broader set of banking and financial products in Mauritius, within the applicable legislation.
Broader property opportunities
Permanent residents have expanded access to real estate within the framework of Mauritian law. For foreign investors, purchase is available in approved schemes from $375,000.
Status for the whole family
Permanent residence extends to the spouse and children included in the investor's file, subject to EDB requirements.
Why Mauritius
The African Singapore
Stable democracy, English common law, bilingual English–French environment, leading regional financial hub.
Climate and safety
+22 to +30 °C year-round. Four hours from Dubai, six from Mumbai, ten from London.
Financial hub
A network of over 40 double-taxation treaties, including India, China, France and the UK.
English common law
Transparent legal system, English as an official language, MARC arbitration.
Low taxation
15% corporate tax, reliefs for export-oriented technology companies, 0% capital gains.
Visa application standing
Mauritian residence is a basis for applications to Schengen, UK and US consulates. The visa decision rests with the relevant consulate.
Right to acquire property
A foreign national holding an Investor Permit may purchase property under approved schemes from USD 375,000.
Process
Six stages from intake to permit
Transparent stages with clear deliverables. The review timeline rests with the Economic Development Board of Mauritius.
1
Introduction and NDA
Meeting in person or online. NDA execution, delivery of company accounts and corporate documents.
1–3 days2
Due diligence
Independent review of financials, operations and corporate structure. External audit available at the investor's expense.
2–4 weeks3
Subscription Agreement
Execution of the investment agreement: anti-dilution, board observer rights, reporting covenants.
1 week4
Investment transfer
Wire transfer to the company's account at a licensed Mauritian bank.
1–5 days5
Share registration
Issuance and registration of shares in the company's register. Share certificate and filing with the Companies Registry.
2–3 weeks6
Filing with EDB
We file the Investor Permit application and manage the file through to EDB's decision. The permit is issued by EDB upon meeting programme requirements.
6–10 weeksInvestor safeguards
What we fix by contract
A specific, legally binding set of investor rights — set out in the individual Subscription Agreement and governed by Mauritius law.
Anti-dilution protection
The investor's participation is protected from dilution on terms agreed in the Subscription Agreement.
Board Observer
Right to attend board meetings, receive papers in advance and submit comments.
Quarterly reporting
Financial results, operating metrics and annual forecast.
Independent audit
Right to commission an external audit at any time, at the investor's expense.
MARC arbitration
Disputes are resolved at the Mauritius International Arbitration Centre, Port Louis.
Companies Act 2001
Governing law: Mauritian corporate law.
Frequently asked questions
What investors ask
If your question is not listed, message us on WhatsApp or request a callback.
Who is the programme open to?
The Mauritius Investor Category, administered by EDB Mauritius, is open to foreign nationals from any jurisdiction not subject to a Mauritian or international restrictive-measures regime — including, in practice, applicants resident in the United Kingdom, Switzerland, the UAE, Singapore, India, the EU, the CIS and elsewhere. Eligibility is assessed on the individual file: identity, source of funds, professional standing and compliance with EDB requirements. Mauritius applies international AML and CRS standards; each application is reviewed on its own merits. Specific structuring is discussed at the individual consultation, with your own legal and tax advisers involved.
Are there restrictions on applicants from particular jurisdictions?
Mauritius is a neutral jurisdiction, outside the sanctions regimes of the United States, the European Union and the United Kingdom, and maintains an extensive network of Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements — including with Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, India, the United Kingdom, the UAE, France, Singapore and South Africa. EDB Mauritius assesses each application individually under international AML and KYC standards; the investor's country of residence does not, in itself, predetermine the outcome. Currency-control and tax obligations in the investor's home jurisdiction remain the investor's responsibility and are reviewed at the consultation together with your own legal counsel.
Why is the minimum threshold USD 50,000?
This is the minimum threshold under the EDB Mauritius Investor Category programme, subject to the issuer meeting revenue and compliance requirements. The price of a 1% stake reflects the parties' agreed valuation of the company. The programme allows multiple investors to participate while preserving proportionality.
What is fixed by contract, and what depends on EDB?
The contract fixes (Subscription Agreement, Mauritius law): title to the participation in the company, anti-dilution protection, Board Observer status, quarterly financial reporting, the right to an independent audit, MARC arbitration. The permit decision is made by Economic Development Board Mauritius upon fulfilment of programme requirements — the company prepares and files the documentation and manages the file through to the regulator's decision. An investment in a private-company stake is not a deposit; specific financial figures are forward-looking.
Is a personal visit to Mauritius required to obtain the Investor Permit?
Yes, a personal visit is mandatory. The early stages are conducted remotely: introduction and NDA online, due diligence and Subscription Agreement signing through secured channels with couriered originals. Once EDB Mauritius issues Approval in Principle (AIP), the investor travels to Mauritius for biometrics (fingerprints and photograph), submission of final originals and collection of the physical permit card at the EDB / Passport and Immigration Office. Indicative visit length is 5–10 working days; the exact schedule depends on EDB's calendar and is confirmed at the filing stage. Citizens of Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan benefit from visa-free entry of up to 60 days, which normally covers the procedure with margin. Final requirements and timing are set by EDB Mauritius and confirmed after AIP.
Who qualifies for a dependant permit?
Spouse, children up to 24 years; in selected cases, parents and other financial dependants. Each dependant receives a separate permit linked to the principal. The term matches the investor's permit (10 years, renewable).
Can we meet in person?
Yes. Meetings are regularly held in person (under NDA), online via Zoom or Telegram, or in Mauritius with a visit to the company's office. After the first meeting, the documentation pack and the due-diligence materials are made available.
What documents will be required?
At due-diligence stage — a KYC pack: passport, proof of address, source of funds. At EDB filing — medical certificate, criminal-record certificate, notarised translations. The full checklist is provided under NDA.
How does PR differ from a residence permit?
The residence permit (Investor Permit) is issued for 10 years with the right of renewal. Permanent residence (PR) is not tied to the permit term and is retained subject to the requirements of Mauritian law. The scope of a permanent resident's rights and obligations is determined by Mauritian law and the decision of EDB.
Do I have to live in Mauritius permanently to obtain PR?
A PR application requires a period of lawful residence — from 3 years. The exact physical-presence requirements are set by EDB and clarified for each individual situation. The decision on the application rests with EDB.
Does the whole family receive PR?
Permanent residence may extend to the spouse and children included in the investor's file, subject to EDB requirements. The composition and conditions for family members are clarified individually; the decision rests with EDB.
Can I sell my stake after obtaining PR?
The stake may be transferred in accordance with the corporate procedures (drag-along / tag-along) provided for in the Subscription Agreement. A stake in a private company is illiquid: a sale may take a considerable time or prove impossible at an acceptable price. This is not investment advice.
Arrange a consultation
Private meeting, in person or online. Company documentation, legal structure and answers to your questions. Structuring tailored to your situation.
Consultation request
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