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Fund Management
VCC Plus Standard
September 2025

VCC Plus: Setting a New Standard for Fund Management

Smart. Secure. Competitive. VCC Plus is setting a new standard for fund management in Mauritius – giving managers the edge to grow with confidence. Discover how this structure can benefit your investments.

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Global Business
Global Business Company
August 2025

Global Business Company (GBC) for Cross-Border Trading

Explore how a Global Business Company (GBC) in Mauritius can help structure your cross-border trading operations through a secure, flexible, and internationally credible platform.

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Investment Strategy
Fund Structure Selection
August 2025

Choosing the Right Fund Structure for Your Strategy

Not all funds are built the same. Open-ended, closed-end, or specialised – the right structure can make a significant difference to your strategy and investor appeal. At SAFYR UTILIS, we guide you in selecting the optimal structure.

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Intellectual Property
IP Protection
August 2025

Mauritius Strengthens IP Protection with Madrid and Hague Systems

Mauritius has strengthened its Intellectual Property (IP) protection regime by joining the Madrid System for international trademark registration and the Hague System for industrial design protection.

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IP Management
IP Financial Planning
August 2025

Strategic IP Management and Financial Planning

From Intellectual Property holding and royalty planning to cross-border licensing, we at SAFYR UTILIS can align your IP management with strategic financial planning for lasting value.

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ESG Investing
ESG Funds
August 2025

ESG Funds: The Future of Responsible Investing

Investors are increasingly prioritising sustainability – is your fund ready? ESG funds are shaping the future of responsible investing, offering both impact and performance. At SAFYR UTILIS, we help you structure, license, and administer ESG-focused funds.

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Fund Administration
Fund Administration
August 2025

Global Fund Administration Made Simple

Launching and managing a fund does not have to be complicated. At SAFYR UTILIS, we handle the operational, regulatory, and administrative side so you can focus on your investment strategy. From structuring and licensing to fund accounting and compliance.

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Legacy Planning
Trust and Foundation
August 2025

The Trust and Foundation Framework

Legacy is not written in spreadsheets; it's etched in decisions. At SAFYR UTILIS, we help families, advisors, and corporate groups structure wealth with permanence and purpose. Mauritius Foundations and Trusts offer powerful frameworks for cross-border legacy planning.

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Wealth Management
Wealth Preservation
August 2025

Mauritius Foundations, Trusts & Family Offices for Wealth Management

Wealth preservation is not just about numbers – it's about transmission. At SAFYR UTILIS, we believe private wealth should be curated with purpose and protected for what it represents. Mauritius offers three powerful structures: Foundation, Trust, and Family Office.

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Investing
Aerial picture of the east coast of Mauritius Island
September 22, 2023

Offshoring to Mauritius: Unlocking Opportunities and Safeguarding Wealth

In today's rapidly evolving financial landscape, understanding the offshoring potential is essential. Our recent webinar seamlessly blended insights and actionable steps to navigate the vibrant

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Investing
Aerial view of the city of Port-Louis, Mauritius
July 19, 2023

Mauritius: An Investor's Safe Haven in an Economic Slowdown

The recent global economic slowdown has prompted investors to explore alternative jurisdictions for their wealth, and Mauritius has increasingly become an attractive option. Thanks to

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ESG
View from the height of the island of Mauritius
July 13, 2023

ESG Investing in Mauritius: Promoting Sustainable Development

In recent years, there has been a growing emphasis on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing as individuals and organizations recognize the importance of prioritizing

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Investing
View from the height of the island of Mauritius
June 30, 2023

Why South African swallows are choosing Mauritius

Choosing between South Africa and Mauritius is no mean feat. Each country has its own allure and leaving home is never easy. But as a

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Regulations
Mauritius money and rupee notes
June 30, 2023

What you need to know about exchange control regulations

Exchange controls are in essence, exactly as they sound. Governmental restrictions and regulations (controls) regarding the movements of national currency, goods, and services (exchange) in

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Investing
Bird's-eye photography of people near white boat
March 29, 2023

Why Invest Offshore? Five Questions to Ask Yourself

Externalising funds, or choosing to invest offshore, is a perennial topic of discussion. Safeguarding your wealth and optimising your tax efficiency has long been a

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Guest Column
Brown wooden house on green water
March 9, 2023

GUEST COLUMN: Rethinking Ownership

Andrew Wellsted, Tax Director at Osborn Wellsted Paulsen Emigration has been a relatively hot topic in South Africa. It has not escaped the attention of

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Residency
Golf, woman, tee
February 22, 2023

How to open a business in Mauritius and become a resident in three months

Does opening your own business and settling with your family on a tropical island seem out of reach? It doesn't have to be. For Cedric

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Fund Management
VCC Plus Fund Structure
September 2025

VCC Plus: A Smarter Way to Manage Investments

VCC Plus is not just a fund structure. It is a smarter way to manage investments. With separate legal personality, streamlined compliance, and cost-effective structuring, it's designed for flexibility, efficiency, and investor confidence.

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