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Malawians in Mauritius
Whether you live, work or study in Mauritius, the Consulate General is your link to home. It assists Malawian nationals with documents and in difficult situations, and keeps in touch with the Malawian community on the island.
This page explains how to register with the Consulate General, what help you can expect — and what a consular mission cannot do.
Register with the Consulate General
All Malawian nationals in Mauritius are encouraged to register with the Consulate General. Registration is voluntary and free of charge.
It allows the Consulate General to reach you — or your next of kin — in an emergency, to tell you about changes to passport or consular procedures, and to invite you to community meetings and national day events. It also helps the Government of Malawi understand who makes up its community in Mauritius and which skills its members have.
An online registration form is in preparation. Until it is available, you can register by e-mail: send the details listed below to the Consulate General. The e-mail address is on the Contact page.
Your Registration Details
Include the following in your e-mail. One message per adult; children can be listed in a parent's registration.
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Your details are used for consular purposes only. Please do not send passport scans or other documents unless the Consulate General asks for them. See the Privacy page for how personal data is handled. Tell us when your address or telephone number changes, or when you leave Mauritius for good.
How We Can Help
Consular assistance is provided within the framework of the Vienna Convention on Consular Relations and the laws of Mauritius.
Passports and travel documents
Guidance on renewing or replacing your passport, and on an emergency travel document if you must travel to Malawi urgently.
Help in an emergency
A point of contact after a serious accident, illness, crime or death. If you wish, we inform your family in Malawi.
Arrest or detention
If you are detained, you may ask the authorities to inform the Consulate General. We can contact you, help you get in touch with your family and explain how to find a lawyer.
Bereavement
Guidance for families on the documents needed to bring the remains of a deceased relative home to Malawi.
Certificates and letters
Advice on authenticating documents, police clearance, citizenship matters and letters of no impediment for marriage.
Listening to the community
Meeting Malawian nationals, hearing their concerns and raising matters of general concern with the responsible authorities.
Limits of Consular Help
Like every consular mission, the Consulate General has to respect the laws of the host country. There are things it cannot do.
We cannot pay your bills
Medical treatment, legal fees, fines, accommodation, flights and the cost of repatriating remains are not covered by the Consulate General.
We cannot intervene in legal proceedings
The Consulate General cannot get you released from custody, influence a court or the police, or give legal advice.
We cannot arrange Mauritian permits
Visas, work, occupation, residence and student permits for Mauritius are decided by the Mauritian authorities alone.
We cannot settle private disputes
In disputes with an employer, landlord or business partner we can tell you where to turn, but we cannot act as your representative.
We cannot issue a passport on the spot
Passports are produced in Malawi and take time. For urgent travel home, ask about an emergency travel document.
In an emergency
If life or safety is at risk, call the Mauritian emergency services first. Then inform the Consulate General. The Contact page explains what to do after a serious accident, an arrest, a death or the loss of your passport.
Emergency informationLiving in Mauritius
A few general pointers for Malawians who work or study in Mauritius. For the rules themselves, always consult the responsible Mauritian authority.
Keep your passport valid
A new passport is produced in Malawi and can take months. Apply at least six months before the old one expires, and well before your Mauritian permit is due for renewal.
Keep your permit in order
Your right to stay, work or study in Mauritius depends on a valid permit issued by the Mauritian authorities. Renew in good time and keep to its conditions.
Know the terms of your employment
Keep a copy of your contract and your payslips. Work-related complaints are dealt with by the Mauritian labour authorities; the Consulate General can tell you where to turn.
Students
Institutions may ask for authenticated copies of your Malawian certificates. See Consular Services for how authentication works, and allow enough time before enrolment.
Keep copies of your documents
Store a copy of your passport data page and your permit separately from the originals. It makes replacing a lost document much easier.
Respect local law
While in Mauritius you are subject to Mauritian law. Malawian citizenship does not exempt you from it.
Documents and Services
Requirements and checklists are set out on the service pages.
Passports and Travel Documents
Renewal, lost or stolen passports, passports for children and emergency travel documents.
Citizenship and Certificates
Dual citizenship, authentication of documents, police clearance, marriage letters and civil registration.
Visas for Family and Friends
Relatives or friends who are not Malawian citizens and wish to visit Malawi apply on the official e-Visa portal.
Downloads
Keep the emergency guide on your phone or print it: it explains step by step what to do if your passport is lost or stolen, or if something serious happens in Mauritius.
- Emergency guide for Malawian nationals (PDF)Mauritian emergency numbers, lost or stolen passport, emergency travel document, accidents, arrest and bereavement. Two A4 pages. Draft pending approval by the Consulate General.
- Emergency guide — French version (PDF)Guide d'urgence pour les ressortissants malawiens à Maurice.
- Application form for consular certificates and legalisationAvailable soonFor attestations, certificates and the legalisation of documents.
- Schedule of consular fees in Mauritian rupees (MUR)Available soonFees for the services provided locally by the Consulate General.
National Days
Malawi's national days are occasions for the community to come together. Events organised by the Consulate General will be announced under News & Events.
15 January — John Chilembwe Day
In memory of the Reverend John Chilembwe, who led the 1915 uprising against colonial rule.
3 March — Martyrs' Day
Honouring those who gave their lives in the struggle for independence.
14 May — Kamuzu Day
The birthday of Dr Hastings Kamuzu Banda, Malawi's first President.
6 July — Independence Day
Malawi became independent on 6 July 1964. The main national celebration of the year.
15 October — Mother's Day
A public holiday in Malawi in honour of mothers.
Staying Connected
Announcements for the community — consular notices, visiting delegations, national day events — are published under News & Events on this website.
The Government of Malawi regards Malawians abroad as partners in the country's development. Under its diaspora engagement policy, it encourages nationals abroad to share their skills and to support trade, investment and tourism between Malawi and the countries where they live. If you run a business in Mauritius or have an idea that links the two countries, the Consulate General would like to hear from you.
The Consulate General also wishes to work with Malawian community groups and student associations in Mauritius. If you lead such a group, please get in touch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Stay in touch with home
Register with the Consulate General, and see which consular services are available to you.