Investment dealer licence in Mauritius

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Territorial authorisation under this regime remains domestic, meaning the licence does not passport into other jurisdictions. The Financial Services Commission, established in Ébène, acts as the integrated statutory regulatory authority for non-banking financial services and global business in Mauritius. Mandated under the Financial Services Act 2007, the FSC regulates, licences, monitors, and supervises conduct across securities, investment funds, insurance, pensions, and virtual assets. Securities Act 2005 provisions govern the Investment Dealer Licence, with code SEC-2.1B representing an Investment Dealer (Full Service Dealer excluding Underwriting). Before signing an acquisition, the buyer can verify company standing directly through the regulator's public register. A free-text search by entity name or filtering by licence category allows the public to confirm whether an active authorisation exists. Active entries display the company's full legal name, licence category, licence reference number, and current authorization status. Under Section 23 of the Financial Services Act 2007, any transfer of shares or beneficial interest requires prior Commission approval. Unapproved transfers are void under Section 23. Controllers holding not less than 20% of shares or voting power must complete fit and proper vetting with the regulator.