How to Marry in Mauritius

Mauritius Marriage Law Requirements

What are the legal requirements to get married in Mauritius?
Legal age for marriage is 20 years for both men and women.
If between 17 and 20 years old then parental consent is required.
Bride and Groom may not be related by blood or adoption.

How long do I have to be resident in Mauritius before I can get married?
You must be in Mauritius for at least 1 day before you can get married.

Getting a marriage licence
For non-residents of Mauritius you may apply to the Central Civil Status Office for a certificate stating that they are not residents of Mauritius.
To apply you must send the documents below to the office at least 15 days before you wish to get married.
To obtain the certificate of non-residency you must go to the Civil Status Controller with your original documents and passports once you arrive in Mauritius. You may be required to swear an affidavit before the Supreme Court’s Chief Registrar.
Once you have your certificate of non-residency you must take it to the Civil Status Office where notice of your intent to marry will be posted. You may then marry the following day.
Please note: women who have been divorced or widowed and wish to remarry within 10 months of the dissolution of their previous marriage must obtain a doctor’s certificate to prove non-pregnancy.

What legal papers do I need to take with me?
Passports and 2 photocopies of the first 3 pages of each one.
Birth Certificates and 2 photocopies of each birth certificate in English or French.
If you have been divorced then the final divorce papers must be shown.
If you are widowed then the death certificate of your previous spouse must be shown.
If your name has been changed by deed poll then legal proof must be shown, stamped and dated by a solicitor (including if you are divorced and have reverted to your maiden name).