Getting married at Tamassa in Mauritius
Imagine… Tying the knot on a sandy beach, your family and
friends close to hand, the sky alive with colour as the sun sets
over the Indian Ocean… It may sound like fantasy, but thanks to the
benevolence and hospitality of the Mauritian people, your dream
wedding can become a reality without the stress or bureaucratic red
tape that couples can often experience elsewhere.
Unlike many exotic wedding destinations, Mauritius offers
non-residents a legally binding marriage. Symbolic ceremonies and
vow renewals are also popular, but what truly sets Mauritius apart
is the island's tendency to embrace every visitor as one of its
own. The Mauritian Government introduced a special procedure
simplifying the bureaucracy for non-resident couples, allowing you
to focus on more important things, enjoying each and every moment
of your special day…
Legal requirements
If you're thinking of getting married in Mauritius, here's what
you need to know:
- Each of our resorts has wonderful wedding coordinators, who
will handle your every request with the utmost respect and
consummate skill.
- You should arrive in Mauritius at least 3 days before your
ceremony
- If you've booked a complete wedding package with us, we require
the following documents at least 30 days before the wedding
ceremony:copies of the couples' birth certificates (translated into
English or French, if applicable); copies of the first 3 pages of
both spouses' passports; any documents related to previous
marriages and their respective end, i.e. divorce or widowhood
(translated into English or French if applicable)
- The Marital Status Act specifies that non-residents can get
married the day following the posting of the marriage banns.
However, the couple must obtain a certificate issued by the Prime
Minister's office which certifies that neither of the two are
Mauritian citizens or residents. The resort will send a request for
this certificate, together with the documents listed above, and
will arrange for it to be prepared on your behalf.
- The day before your wedding, you will be required to collect
this certificate in person, and see a lawyer for an affidavit (a
document certifying your identity and the authenticity of the
documents provided); if you booked a wedding package with us, then
one of our team members will accompany you to ensure that
everything goes smoothly.
- If you require a Catholic ceremony, simply contact the
Port-Louis Diocese:
Tel: +230 208 3068; Fax: +230 208 6607
For more official information on getting married in Mauritius,
please contact:
The Registrar of Births, Deaths and Marriages
7th Floor, Emmanuel Anquetil Building
Port Louis, Mauritius
Tel: +230 201 1727; Fax: +230 211 2420
Choose us!
If you choose to get married at Tamassa, our experienced wedding
organizers will help take care of all the official arrangements.
Unlike some hotels and resorts, each of our resorts will only ever
host one wedding a day. What's more, we'll pamper you before,
during and after the ceremony, or leave you to enjoy your special
day in peace and privacy - whatever you prefer. We'll extend a warm
welcome to your family and friends, and we'll listen to everything
you have to say, making sure that your wedding day is perfect for
you. From exceptional cuisine and the finest beverages to floral
arrangements, entertainment, photographers, fireworks, the
bride-arriving-on-a white-horse moment, the perfect newlywed
couple-only sunset cruise, and maybe a very special dress… Simply
ask, and we'll see what we can do.
All you have to do is decide where to have your ceremony and
reception. Don't worry though - this is Mauritius. There are
plenty of breathtaking locations to choose from…