Mauritius•AfricaTemporary Residence Permit (Spouse/Fiancé)
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-56 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
2 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
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
Temporary residence permit for foreign spouse or fiancé of Mauritian citizen prior to marriage or during marriage establishment. Valid for 2 years.
The Temporary Residence Permit for spouses/fiancés provides short-term legal status for foreign nationals in relationships with Mauritian citizens. Valid for 2 years, allowing time for marriage formalization and transition to full spousal residence permit.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Current passport
Engagement/marriage documents
Engagement letter or marriage certificate if already married
Mauritian citizen proof
Partner's citizenship proof and ID
Police clearance
Certificate of character from home country
Proof of relationship
Photos, correspondence, evidence of genuine relationship
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Advantages
- Allows time before marriage
- No visa fee
- Pathway to full residency
- Bridge to citizenship eligibility
- Relatively simple requirements
Considerations
- 2 years only temporary status
- Requires genuine relationship proof
- Marriage must be formalized
- Police clearance needed
- Limited compared to other permits
Application Process
Prove relationship
Document relationship with Mauritian citizen (engagement, marriage intention)
Gather documents
Prepare passport, engagement/marriage documents, police clearance
Submit to immigration
Apply to Passport and Immigration Office
Relationship verification
Immigration verifies legitimacy of relationship
Receive temporary permit
2-year temporary permit issued
Application Forms
Temporary Residence Permit Application
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