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What are the types of licences issued by the Financial Services Commission (“FSC”)?  \nThe FSC issues licences under the Financial Services Act, the Captive Insurance Act, the Insurance Act, the Private Pension Schemes Act, the Securities Act, and the Virtual Asset and Initial Token Offering Services Act.  \nPlease refer to the Codified List issued under the Financial Services (Consolidated Licensing and Fees) 2008 Codified list of Licences / Authorisations / Approvals / Recognitions / Registrations for a complete list of licences:  \nCodified List-Financial Services Commission-Mauritius  \n2. How to submit an application to the FSC?  \nAll applications for a licence to the FSC, should be submitted through the FSCOne Platform.  \n3. What is the FSCOne Platform?  \nThe FSCOne Platform is the online portal for submitting applications.  \n4. How to access the FSCOne Platform?  \nAccess the FSCOne Platform through the link below:  \n[https://fsc1.fscmauritius.org/](https://fsc1.fscmauritius.org/)  \nFor existing users:- please login through your existing account to submit your application.  \nFor a new user: -create an account on the FSCOne Platform. Look for options such as “Sign Up” or “Create an Account.”  \n5. Does the FSC accept paper-based applications submitted via despatch?  \nThe FSC no longer accepts paper-based applications. All applications have to be made online through the FSCOne Platform.  \n6. Does online application also apply for Change in legal regime, Restoration of entity, Re-instatement, Registration and continuation (Redomiciliation)?  \nYes, all the above mentioned applications have to be submitted through the FSCOne Platform.  \n7. How to submit documents on the FSCOne Platform?  \nAll documents should be duly signed and submitted in certified true copy on the FSCOne Platform.  \n8. How to submit an application for an Authorised Company (“AC”) or Global Business Company (“GBC”) to the FSC?  \nApplications for a GBC or an AU have to be submitted through a Management Company.  \n9. Are Management Companies licensed by the FSC?  \nYes, Management Companies are licensed by the FSC.  \n10. Can a Mauritian Citizen set up a GBC?  \nYes  \n11. Can investment be conducted in Mauritius via a GBC?  \nYes. However, the majority of investment should be outside Mauritius.  \n12. Can an Authorised Company conduct financial activities?  \nNo  \n13. How to submit a domestic application to the FSC?  \nApplicants may submit their applications for a domestic licence through the FSCOne Platform without consulting a Management Company.  \n14. Does the FSC provide consultation or advisory services before applying?  \nThe FSC does not provide advisory services. However, all information relating to application / licensing process are on the FSC’s website.  \n15. Where can I find the Application Forms and Guidelines?  \nApplication Forms and licensing Guidelines are available on the FSC’s website under the Licensing page.  \n16. What Fees are applicable for each type of application submitted?  \nYou may refer to the Codified List which is on the FSC’s website for fees applicable for each type of licence.  \n17. Are there any guidelines which I can consult before applying for a licence?  \nYou may refer to the Licensing Criteria / Legal Framework which is available on the FSC’s website.  \nYou may also consult a licensed Management Company (list of same is available under ‘Register of Licensee’ on the FSC website) or a legal expert for guidance.  \n18. What are the approvals that the FSC provides under the Trusts Act 2001?  \n(i) Qualified Trustee;  \n(ii) Enforcer; and  \n(iii) Successor to Enforcer  \n19. Does the FSC approve a Secretary to Foundation under the Foundation Act?  \nYes, the FSC approves Secretary to Foundation under Section 13(1)(b) of the Foundation Act 2012.  \n20. 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