Financial Intelligence Unit
Established under Section 9 of the Financial Intelligence and Anti Money Laundering Act in August 2002, the FIU is the central Mauritian agency for the request, receipt, analysis and dissemination of financial information regarding suspected proceeds of crime and alleged money laundering offences as well as the financing of any activities or transactions related to terrorism to relevant authorities.
The FIU is also the Enforcement Authority under the Asset Recovery Act and the AML/CFT regulator for Attorneys, Barristers, Notaries, Law firms, Foreign Law firms, Joint Law Ventures, Foreign Lawyers under the Law Practitioners Act, Dealers in Jewellery, Precious Stones or Precious Metals and Real Estate Agents, including Land Promoters and Property Developers.
Latest Updates
Notice of Vacancy – July 2026
The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) is reinforcing its team and has immediate vacancies for qualified and experienced professionals.
Candidates are requested to visit the FIU’s web portal www.fiumauritius.org – Career Section for further information and application.
Deadline: Monday,10 August 2026
The Second Terrorist Financing Risk Assessment of Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs) in Mauritius
The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) Mauritius is pleased to share the Second Terrorist Financing Risk Assessment of Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs) in Mauritius. Published by the Ministry of Financial Services and Economic Planning (MFSEP), the report assesses the terrorist financing risks facing the NPO sector, the effectiveness of existing mitigation measures, and identifies areas for continued vigilance. The assessment concludes that the overall risk of terrorist financing abuse of the NPO sector in Mauritius is Low.
The FIU encourages NPOs, reporting persons and other stakeholders to make use of this publication to strengthen their understanding of terrorist financing risks and support the implementation of effective risk-based AML/CFT measures.
Project TRACE – Money Laundering related to Cocaine Trafficking
The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) Mauritius is pleased to share the Project TRACE Strategic Report on Money Laundering Related to Cocaine Trafficking. Developed by the FIUs of Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, Germany, Guatemala, Netherlands, Peru and Spain, the report provides valuable insights into cocaine trafficking routes, associated money laundering typologies, illicit financial flows and practical case studies to support AML/CFT efforts.
The FIU encourages reporting persons, competent authorities and other stakeholders to make use of this publication to enhance their understanding of the financial aspects of transnational organised crime and strengthen the detection and reporting of suspicious activities.
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GoAML
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FIAMLA 2002
The Financial Intelligence and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2002