Whether your divorce is by mutual consent or fault-based, the divorce is pronounced by the Supreme Court of Mauritius (Family Division).

This guide explains how to retrieve your Divorce Order in Mauritius, step by step—specifically the Permanent Decree of Divorce (and the same process generally applies to requesting a copy of the Provisional Decree).

When you may need the Permanent Decree (Final Divorce Order)

A certified copy is commonly required for:

• Changing your surname (e.g., reverting to your maiden name) on official documents
• Immigration / visa / relocation formalities
• Remarriage
• Other administrative and legal procedures (banks, insurers, notaries, authorities)

Step 1:

Divorce is provisionally pronounced by the Honourable Judge of the Supreme Court of Mauritius (Family Division)

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In Mauritius, divorce is first granted provisionally.

• The Judge pronounces the Provisional Decree on the day of judgment (known as the “Merits Date”).
• The divorce becomes final after three months, provided no appeal is lodged.
• Allow an additional 2–3 weeks for the Court Registry to prepare the final Divorce Order.

Steps to Retrieve Your Divorce Order

Once the divorce is final, follow these steps to collect your decree:

1. Visit the Supreme Court – Family Division

Location: Pope Hennessy Street, Port Louis

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Ask for the Family Division Registry.

2. Provide the Following Information:

• Cause number (e.g., FD1234/24)
• Full names of both parties
• Your National Identity Card or passport

3. Request a Certified Copy (Optional)

• Fill in a request form at the counter.
• Pay the applicable fee (usually between Rs 10 and Rs 100).
• Payment is made at the Cash Registry (open until about 2:30 PM).

4. Collection

After payment, your certified Divorce Order will be issued and stamped at the Registry.

Important to Note

Only the parties to the case or their legal representatives may retrieve the Divorce Order.

Collection is available only on weekdays.

The Cash Registry closes earlier than the Registry itself (around 2:30 PM).