For many international firms, expanding into a new jurisdiction is a balancing act. The opportunity is clear, but the upfront cost, local compliance and regulatory obligations can feel daunting.
Mauritius has long understood this challenge. That’s why the Managed Corporate Service Provider (MCSP) licence was created, offering a pragmatic bridge for firms to establish a presence and build scale without immediately operating a fully fledged management company.
Under this model, a new entrant (the MCSP) operates under the supervision of an established, licensed Management Company, known as the Managing MC, which provides infrastructure, compliance support and regulatory oversight.
It’s a structure that makes sense for:
✅ Trust and fiduciary groups expanding into Africa or Asia
✅ Corporate service providers testing the Mauritian market before full commitment
✅ Professional intermediaries or boutique firms looking to develop local presence while keeping costs contained
At TrustQore, we’ve had considerable success assisting firms to enter Mauritius through the MCSP route, supporting them from concept to full operation. What’s interesting is that some initially view local Management Companies as competitors when in reality, the MCSP framework allows us to work together to create mutual opportunity.
We see collaboration, not competition, as the best path forward. The MCSP model gives ambitious firms a low risk way to establish substance and credibility in Mauritius while benefiting from the infrastructure, compliance culture and relationships of an established operator.
The benefits are clear:
– Lower setup and operational costs
– Access to proven compliance and governance frameworks
– A shorter runway to market entry
– A clear pathway to convert into a fully independent licence once critical mass is reached
It’s a model that reflects Mauritius’ core strength: commercial flexibility grounded in strong regulation.
For firms looking to establish a foothold in the region, the MCSP licence isn’t just an option, it’s a strategy.
If you’d like to explore what this might look like for your business or clients, I’d be happy to share our experience and insights on how best to enter the market successfully and sustainably.