Looking for funding for a business in Mauritius? Start by checking what kind of support you need. A grant may help with approved project costs. A loan has to be repaid. Training, mentoring and business advice may help before either application. The programme’s current rules decide who can apply and what it will cover.
SME Mauritius grants
The SME Mauritius FAQ lists grant categories with ceilings of Rs 50,000, Rs 130,000, Rs 200,000 and Rs 250,000. It says the category depends on turnover and the number of full-time employees for whom CSG is contributed. It also states that beneficiaries contribute at least 20% of approved project costs. These are not automatic awards: check whether the particular scheme is open, what costs it accepts and how it pays suppliers before making a purchase.
Women Entrepreneur Loan Scheme
The DBM scheme page and recent press reports have described different loan terms. We have set out the published information and the questions to check in our guide to the Women Entrepreneur Loan Scheme. Ask DBM for the terms that apply to your application, especially if you already submitted documents.
Before you choose a programme
- Ask whether applications are open now and who is eligible.
- Check the approved cost categories, your contribution and how payment is made.
- Ask which registration, quotation and financial records are required.
- Keep the scheme’s written guidance and do not spend on the assumption that a grant will be approved.
For a practical application checklist, see what to prepare for an SME Mauritius grant. For business counselling and mentoring, check the current NWEC support information. Fam Antreprenan can help organise business records and application documents; the programme administrator makes the funding decision.