Mauritius•AfricaDependent Residence Permit
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-28 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
Same as principal permit
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Residence permit for dependents of permit holders. Allows spouse, dependent children (under 24), parents, and family members to reside with principal permit holder.
Dependent Residence Permits allow family members of principal permit holders to reside legally in Mauritius. This includes spouses, unmarried dependent children under 24, parents, and other dependents. Dependents cannot work and must rely on the principal permit holder's income.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Principal permit holder certificate
Copy of main permit holder's residence or occupation permit
Dependent passport
Valid passport of dependent family member
Proof of relationship
Birth certificate (child), marriage certificate (spouse), adoption papers, etc.
Birth certificate
For dependent children under 24
Passport photos
Recent photos of dependent
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Advantages
- Brings family together
- No separate visa fees
- Aligned with principal permit duration
- Includes spouse and children
- Simple application process
- Automatic renewal with principal
Considerations
- Dependents cannot work
- Age limit for children (under 24)
- Dependent on principal permit
- No independent residency rights
- Must maintain dependency status
Application Process
Principal permit holder applies
Main permit holder initiates dependent permit application
Gather dependent documents
Collect dependent's passport, birth certificate, marriage certificate if applicable
Submit application
Apply to Passport and Immigration Office
Documentation review
Immigration verifies relationship and dependent status
Dependent permit issued
Permit issued for same duration as principal permit
Application Forms
Dependent Residence Permit Application
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