Made for Mauritian founders and investorsUpdated for Budget 2026-2027

Business structure

Société (Partnership)

Open to non-citizens

A flexible partnership between two or more partners. Can be tax-transparent (income passes to partners) or elect to be taxed as a company.

In your favour

The upsides

  • Flexible profit-sharing between partners
  • Tax transparency option
  • Lighter than a company in some respects

Weigh it up

The trade-offs

  • Partners can carry personal liability (depending on type)
  • Needs a clear partnership agreement
  • Non-resident sociétés are taxed as a company

Is it the right fit?

When to choose it

Two or more founders want a flexible, partnership-based structure.

Stay compliant

Your obligations

What you commit to once you run your business under this structure.

  • Register with the CBRD
  • Register with the MRA; file returns
  • Hold a trade fee or licence
ReconfirmSource ↗Verified 2026-06-23

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