Regulatory Licensing

Financial Services Licence Application & Advisory

FXBX provides end-to-end licence application management and advisory across 15 regulatory licence categories — covering FX, payments, crypto/VASP, and UAE-regulated frameworks including SCA, ADGM, VARA, and Freezone structures.

Licence Categories

FSC — FX / Investment

Mauritius Investment Dealer Licence

Regulatory Authority: Financial Services Commission (FSC) Mauritius  |  Region: Mauritius

What the Licence Permits

  • Dealing in securities and financial instruments
  • FX and derivatives dealing for professional clients
  • Portfolio management and investment advisory
  • Custody and administration of financial instruments

Target Client Profile

  • FX brokers seeking an African regulatory base with global reach
  • Investment dealers targeting professional and institutional clients
  • Entities seeking access to Mauritius's extensive tax treaty network
  • Firms requiring a regulated structure for African and Asian market operations

Key Regulatory Requirements

  • Minimum stated capital: USD 30,000 (full dealer) or USD 10,000 (broker)
  • Fit and proper directors and key personnel
  • Compliance officer and money laundering reporting officer
  • AML/CTF policies and procedures
  • Local substance — registered office and at least one resident director

FXBX Scope of Work

  • Mauritius company incorporation
  • FSC licence application preparation
  • Local substance establishment support
  • AML/CTF program development
  • Compliance framework design
  • Banking access advisory

Typical Timeline

3–6 months from application to licence grant

Timelines are indicative only and subject to regulatory authority processing times, completeness of application, and other factors outside FXBX's control.

Value Proposition

Mauritius offers a well-regulated, internationally recognised financial services framework with an extensive tax treaty network covering over 40 countries. The FSC Investment Dealer Licence provides a credible regulatory credential for entities targeting professional and institutional clients across Africa and Asia.

Regulatory Disclaimer: All information regarding licensing requirements, timelines, and regulatory frameworks is provided for general informational purposes only and is subject to change. FXBX does not guarantee any particular regulatory outcome. Regulatory authority decisions are made at the authority's sole discretion. Prospective applicants should seek independent legal advice regarding their specific circumstances before commencing any licence application.