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 This Licence Permits You To Do

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

Ideal For

  • 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

How FXBX Supports Your Application

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.