Find answers to common questions.
1. Can I change the directors of my Mauritius company?
Yes. Subject to the applicable legal and corporate procedures, directors can be appointed or removed.
The relevant corporate resolutions, statutory records and filings must be properly completed.
2. Can I change the shareholders of my company?
Shareholding can generally be changed through the appropriate share transfer or other corporate procedure, subject to the company's constitution and applicable law.
The transfer should be properly documented and reflected in the company's corporate records.
3. Can I change my company's registered office?
A company can generally change its registered office by following the applicable corporate and filing procedures.
Baldo Corporate Services can assist with the necessary documentation and updates.
4. Can I change my company's name?
A company may be able to change its name, subject to name availability, corporate approval and the applicable filing and publication requirements.
The new name must comply with the relevant naming rules.
5. Can I change my company's business activity?
Yes, a company may be able to modify or expand its business activities.
However, if the new activity is regulated, the company may need to obtain additional licences or approvals before starting the activity.
6. What happens if my company becomes inactive?
An inactive company may still have statutory, accounting, tax and compliance obligations.
Simply stopping business operations does not necessarily terminate the company's legal existence or remove its obligations.
7. How do I close a company in Mauritius?
The procedure depends on the company's circumstances and whether it has outstanding liabilities, assets, creditors or ongoing legal matters.
Possible procedures can include striking off or formal liquidation, depending on the circumstances.
8. What is the difference between striking off and liquidation?
Striking off is generally an administrative process through which a company may be removed from the register when the applicable conditions are met.
Liquidation is a formal process for dealing with the company's assets, liabilities and affairs before its legal existence is terminated.
The appropriate procedure depends on the company's circumstances.
9. Can a company be restored after being removed from the register?
In certain circumstances, a company that has been removed from the register may be eligible for restoration.
The applicable procedure and conditions depend on the reason for removal and the company's circumstances.
Professional advice should be obtained before applying for restoration.
10. Can Baldo help me maintain or close my Mauritius company?
Yes. Baldo Corporate Services can assist throughout the company's lifecycle, including ongoing corporate administration, statutory compliance, changes to directors or shareholders, corporate documentation and, where appropriate, the procedures required to close or restructure a company.
Our objective is to provide continuous support from incorporation through the company's ongoing operations and, when necessary, its eventual closure.