Mauritius - Get Permit or License for Craft Breweries

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Procedure

Apply In Person:

1. Obtain an Application Form: To Get Permit or License for Craft Breweries in person, the applicant should contact the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Consumer Protection in Mauritius. The Ministry will provide the applicant with the necessary forms and information required to obtain a permit or license.
2. The address of the relevant authority can be found by following on this link
3. Determine the type of permit or license needed: In Mauritius, craft breweries must obtain a brewing license before they can start producing beer.
4. Gather business information: The applicant should collect all the information about the business, including its name, address, legal structure, and financials, before submitting the application.
5. Prepare application: Craft breweries in Mauritius must fill out an application provided by the government. The application requires information about the business, the type of beer to be produced, the amount of beer to be produced, and the location of the brewery.
6. Gather necessary documents: Along with the application form, the applicant will need to provide copies of their business plan, proof of financial responsibility, and proof of their brewing qualifications and they can be found under the ‘Required Documents” section of this page.
7. Submit the application: Craft breweries must submit their application to the Mauritius Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
8. Pay the application fee: Craft breweries must pay an application fee when submitting their application. A fee for this procedure has to be paid as per the authority’s request.
9. Wait for approval. Once the application is submitted, the Ministry will review the application and determine if the brewery is eligible for a brewing license.
10. Complete the inspections: If the application is approved, the brewery must complete inspections from the Ministry before the license can be issued.
11. Receive the notification: Once all inspections are complete, the applicant will be notified by email or telephone of the results after the inspections and will be provided with further instructions at that time.
12. Obtain the license: Then the applicant should go to the relevant local authorities and the applicant will be issued a brewing license.
13. Comply with regulations: Craft breweries must comply with all the regulations set by the government. This includes keeping detailed records of all the ingredients and production processes, as well as adhering to all safety standards.
14. Generally, the process can take up to six weeks.

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Required Documents

• Business license application.
• Business plan.
• Proof of registration as a business entity.
• Bank account details.
• Copy of applicant's ID/passport.
• Certificate of Good Standing from the Registrar of Companies.
• Health and safety documentation.
• Fire safety certification.
• Environmental Impact Assessment.
• Site plan or map.
• Details of beer recipes and processes.
• Proof of payment of applicable fees.

Office Locations & Contacts

Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Consumer Protection
Address: Level 2, SICOM Tower,
Wall Street, Ebène Cybercity,
Ebène 72202
Republic of Mauritius
QF4V+27W, Wall St, Quatre Bornes
Telephone Numbers:  +(230) 460-2500
Fax Number: +(230) 468-7404 / 468-7395
Email:  [email protected]
Hotline Consumer Affairs Unit: 185
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Ministry of Health and Wellness
Ministry of Health & Quality of Life
Evaluation Unit
Address: 5th floor, Emmanuel Anquetil Building, Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam St,
Port Louis, Mauritius
RGP3+CX Port Louis, Mauritius
Fax: (230) 201 2175
Contact number: +2302012175
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Mauritius Revenue Authority
Tax Administration -+ 230 207 6000 - [email protected]
Custom House - Head Office - +230 202 0500 / 01 - [email protected]
Customs - SSR Arrival - +230 637 6446 - [email protected]
Customs - PATS - +230 603 2200 / 6800 - [email protected]
Address: RGP4+HCW, Sir Virgil Naz St, Port Louis, Mauritius
Contact number: +2302076000
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Eligibility

• In Mauritius, anyone over the age of 18 who has a valid license to operate a craft brewery is eligible to obtain a permit or license.
• The applicant must also meet all requirements as stipulated by the Mauritian Ministry of Health and Quality of Life.
• Additionally, applicants must demonstrate that they have the necessary resources and knowledge to operate a successful craft brewery.

Fees

• A fee for this procedure is has to be paid as per the Authority’s request.

Validity

• This license is valid for a period of one year and can be renewed annually.

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Processing Time

• Generally, the process can take up to six weeks.

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Required Information

• Business Name
• Business Address
• Contact Name
• Phone Number
• Email Address
• Type of Permit/License Being Applied For
• Description of the Brewery
• Type of Beer to be Produced
• Estimated Annual Production Quantity
• Source of Ingredients
• Name of Employer/Owner
• Date of Application
• Signature of Applicant

Need for the Document

• In Mauritius, craft breweries need to obtain a license from the Ministry of Business, Enterprise and Cooperatives to operate legally. This license is officially known as the Brewing, Distilling and Wine Making License.
• The purpose of requiring a permit or license for craft breweries is to ensure the safe production, sale, and consumption of alcoholic beverages. This includes ensuring that the brewery complies with all applicable laws and regulations, as well as meeting health and safety standards.
• Having a permit or license also helps to protect the public by restricting the sale and distribution of alcoholic beverages to those who are of legal drinking age. Additionally, it helps to ensure that licensed craft breweries are producing safe, high-quality beverages.

Information which might help

• The Alcoholic Drinks Control Act of 1966 is the act that governs the licensing of craft breweries in Mauritius.
• This act requires that a brewery must obtain a permit from the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Consumer Protection to sell, produce, or distribute alcoholic beverages. The permit must be renewed every year.
• Additionally, the brewery must also obtain a license from the Mauritius Revenue Authority to pay taxes on the sale of alcoholic beverages.

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