Mauritius - Obtain Certificate for Ordinarily Resident in Mauritius

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. To Obtain Certificate for Ordinarily Resident in Mauritius, the applicant has to approach the Defence and Home Affairs Division in Mauritius Contact link
2. The applicant should download the application form from this link or link
3. The applicant should ensure that they thoroughly and accurately fill out the form, signing it in the presence of a Notary Public or Commissioner of Oaths to guarantee the validity of the information provided.
4. The applicant should attach the copy of the National Identity Card, a copy of the birth certificate and two recent passport-sized photographs of the applicant to the nearest Civil Status Office, which can be found under the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. Applicants should Pay the prescribed fees as per the instructions on the "Fees" section of this page and submit the fees receipt to the Defence and Home Affairs Division in Mauritius, to complete the application process successfully.
6. The applicant should Submit the application form, including any necessary supporting documentation, to the Officer in Charge of Citizenship to be considered for the application process.
7. The Officer will thoroughly review the application and accompanying documents to ensure that all necessary criteria have been met before making a final decision.
8. After a thorough check of the documents, the Officer in Charge will forward the application form to the Ministry of Home Affairs to proceed with further legal formalities and ensure that all the necessary protocols are followed.
9. After reviewing the application, if everything is in accordance with the law and all required documents have been provided, the Certificate of Resumption of Citizenship will be issued, granting the individual the legal rights and responsibilities of a citizen of the country.
10. After the applicants can get the Certificate of Resumption of Citizenship in person or by post.
11. The processing time for obtaining a Certificate of Resumption of Citizenship to a person is approximately 12 months.

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Required Documents

• A completed application form.
• Proof of residence in Mauritius such as a valid passport, work permit, or residence permit.
• Proof of residence in Mauritius for the past three years such as utility bills, bank statements, and rental agreements.
• Proof of identity such as a valid passport, national identity card, or driving license.
• Two passport-sized photographs.
• A valid fee payment.
• Any other documents deemed necessary by the Immigration Office.

Office Locations & Contacts

Defence and Home Affairs Division
Prime Minister's Office
Level 4th floor, New Government Centre,
Port Louis,
Republic of Mauritius .
Tel : 201 2409
Fax : 212 9393
Email : [email protected] Link
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Passport and Immigration Office (Residence Permit Section)
Address: 8th Floor, Sterling House, 9-11 Lislet Geoffroy Street,
Port-Louis
Tel: +(230) 210 9319 and +(230) 210 9312
Fax: +(230) 210 9322
Email: [email protected]
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Eligibility

• Any person who is ordinarily resident in Mauritius is eligible for an Obtain Certificate for Ordinarily Resident in Mauritius.
• To be eligible, the person must have resided in Mauritius for a continuous period of 183 days (about 6 months) or more and has the intention to remain in Mauritius for an indefinite period.

Fees

• A non-refundable application fee of Rs 2,000 should be paid upon submission of the application.
• Upon approval, a prescribed fee of Rs 8,000 is payable at the Cash Office of the Prime Minister's Office.

Validity

• A Certificate of Registration issued under the Mauritius Citizenship Act is valid for an indefinite period, but it should be kept safely as no duplicate is issued in case of loss.

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Processing Time

• The processing time for obtaining a Certificate of Resumption of Citizenship to a person is approximately 12 months.

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Instructions

• The process for obtaining a Certificate of Resumption of Citizenship to a Person in Mauritius is outlined in the Citizenship Act 1981, as amended.
• This process requires an application to be made to the Citizenship and Immigration Department.
• The applicant must provide proof of identity, and proof of Mauritian citizenship or of their eligibility to be a citizen of Mauritius.
• Once the application has been approved, the Citizenship and Immigration Department will issue a Certificate of Resumption of Citizenship.

Required Information

• Personal Details:
• Full Name
• Date of Birth
• Place of Birth
• Sex
• Nationality
• Residential Address
• Reason for Request:
• Reason for requesting certificate of resumption
• Parental Details:
• Father’s Name
• Father’s Nationality
• Mother’s Name
• Mother’s Nationality
• Declaration:
• I hereby declare that the information given above is correct and true to the best of my knowledge.
• Signature: ___________________
• Date: ___________________

Need for the Document

• Obtaining a Certificate of Ordinary Residence in Mauritius is important for citizens of Mauritius who wish to establish their legal rights to residency in the country.
• The Certificate of Ordinary Residence is the official document that is used to establish the legal status of an individual as an ordinary resident of Mauritius.
• This document is necessary to prove the status of an individual and to access certain benefits, such as taxation, banking, and social security, which are only available to ordinary residents.
• Additionally, the Certificate of Ordinary Residence is required to apply for a Mauritian passport or to register a business in the country.

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