Mauritius•AfricaResidence Permit (Spouse of Mauritian Citizen)
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-56 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
2 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Residence permit for foreign spouse of Mauritian citizen. Initial 2-year temporary permit followed by 4-year residence permit. Pathway to citizenship after 6 years.
The Spousal Residence Permit allows foreign spouses of Mauritian citizens to reside legally in Mauritius. Recent changes to immigration law provide a structured pathway: a 2-year temporary permit followed by a 4-year residence permit. Foreign spouses can apply for Mauritian citizenship after 6 years of continuous residence.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Current passport
Marriage certificate
Original or legalized/apostilled certificate
Mauritian spouse ID
Proof of spouse's Mauritian citizenship
Police clearance
Certificate of character from home country, less than 6 months old
Proof of financial means
Bank statements or proof of income/support
Passport photos
2-4 recent passport-size photographs
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Advantages
- Pathway to citizenship (6 years)
- No visa fees
- Structured timeline for residency
- Family can be included
- Spouse supports application process
- Clear renewal pathway
Considerations
- Requires valid marriage to Mauritian citizen
- Police clearance needed
- Medical examinations may be required
- Initial 2-year temporary permit only
- Citizenship application at 6 years
Application Process
Verify Mauritian spouse status
Ensure spouse is Mauritian citizen with valid nationality proof
Book appointment
Schedule appointment at Passport and Immigration Office
Submit documents
Present marriage certificate, passports, police clearance, and financial proof
Review and verification
Immigration office verifies marriage validity and documentation
Medical examination
May be required (HIV, Hepatitis B, chest X-ray)
Receive temporary permit
2-year temporary residence permit issued
Application Forms
Residence Permit Application Form
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