Learn about barriers to market entry and local requirements, i.e., things to be aware of when entering the market for this country.
Last Published: 8/19/2019

There are no legal barriers for U.S. firms entering the Mauritian market, but the small size of the Mauritian market (1.3 million people) and the vast distance (10,000 miles) between Mauritius and the United States makes it a less common market for U.S. products. 
Additionally, U.S. firms entering the Mauritian market must contend with established European, South African, and Asian competitors.

The government controls key utility services, including electricity, water, waste water, postal services, and television broadcasting.  The State Trading Corporation controls imports of non-basmati rice, wheat flour, and petroleum products, while the Agricultural Marketing Board controls imports of potatoes, onions, corn, and some spices that compete with locally grown produce.  There are no laws providing a preference for Mauritian goods and services.  However, some government tenders require local partners or importers.
 

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