Funeral repatriation guidance
Repatriation from Mauritius to the UK
Timeline, process, and documentation for bringing a loved one home from Mauritius.
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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
Bringing someone from Mauritius to a country other than the UK? These route guides cover the documentation, timeline and process for each corridor.
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Reviewed by the Repatriate Service editorial team. Information sourced from UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) guidance, official embassy contacts, and professional repatriation experience. Updated July 2026.
Sources: FCDO gov.uk · Embassy contacts: Mauritius · Frequently asked questions