If you are considering the Women Entrepreneur Loan Scheme, check the terms with DBM before making a business decision. Public information has not been consistent. DBM’s scheme page lists a maximum loan of Rs 1,000,000, a moratorium of up to one year, repayment over up to seven years including the moratorium, and financing of 90% of project cost. See the current DBM scheme page for its stated eligibility and conditions.
Why you should confirm the terms directly
A June 2026 L’Express report described an increase to Rs 1.2 million, a longer moratorium and a 0.5% rate. A September 2026 Le Mauricien report reported concerns from applicants about changed conditions and a higher rate. These are press reports, not a replacement for written terms from DBM. We cannot tell from the public pages alone which terms apply to a particular application.
Questions to ask DBM
- Which terms apply to new applications today?
- If I applied earlier, which terms apply to my file and when were they communicated?
- What project costs can be financed, and what contribution must I provide?
- What security, documents and repayment schedule would apply?
- Where can I get the answer in writing?
Save the reply and the version of the scheme guidance you relied on. Do not commit to a purchase, loan or repayment plan based only on a headline or a previous announcement.
Fam Antreprenan can help organise quotations, business records and questions for a funding discussion. We do not approve loans or determine DBM eligibility. For other funding routes, see our guide to grants and support for women entrepreneurs.