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Repatriation from Mauritius
Timeline, process, and documentation for bringing a loved one home from Mauritius.
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Send us the detailsExpected timelines
How long does repatriation from Mauritius take?
Timelines depend on circumstances. Here is an honest guide to what to expect.
Factors that can extend the timeline
- Mauritius Police Force and the Government Forensic Science Laboratory handle all unnatural deaths; post-mortems are conducted at the forensic pathology unit
- Ministry of Health must issue the export permit before body release for international transport
- Complex forensic cases (drowning, diving accidents) may require extended post-mortem investigation at the SSR Hospital forensic unit in Pamplemousses
- English is an official language but administrative documents are sometimes in French or English-French bilingual format; translation requirements depend on document
Documentation
Documents required for repatriation from Mauritius
All of these must be obtained before air transport can take place.
The process
Overview of the repatriation process from Mauritius
Route guides
Repatriation routes from Mauritius
Each route guide covers the documentation, timeline and process for one corridor from Mauritius, written for the family at the receiving end.
We are here to help. Send us the details, any time
If your loved one has passed away in Mauritius, please do not face this alone. Send us the details and we will explain what happens next and prepare a quote for bringing them home, wherever home is.
Reviewed by the Repatriate Service editorial team. Information sourced from UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) guidance, official embassy contacts, and professional repatriation experience. Facts last checked September 2026; page updated .
Sources: FCDO gov.uk · Embassy contacts: Mauritius · Frequently asked questions
City guides
Repatriation from specific cities in Mauritius
For guidance specific to where the death occurred, see our city-level pages.