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Marshall Islands vs Mauritius: which jurisdiction wins?
Marshall Islands vs Mauritius — both credible, very different trade-offs. Below: side-by-side on the variables that actually move the decision.
| Marshall Islands | Mauritius | |
|---|---|---|
| Tax headline | 0% non-resident tax | 15% with partial exemption (effective ~3%) |
| Formation days | 2 | 10 |
| First-year cost | $1,800 | $4,500 |
| Treaties | Limited | 46+ |
| Substance | Minimal for non-resident entities | Substance required for GBC status |
| Banking | EMIs and limited correspondents | MCB, SBM, AfrAsia |
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