Mauritius is among the top 5 best places to get married and take a honeymoon with its stunning scenery, warm tropical climate and natural hospitality of the Mauritian people. Most hotels offer extensive wedding and honeymoon packages and have their own experienced wedding coordinator who will organize every last detail according to your wish.
Civil Weddings:
Copies of the following documents
Copy of the first 6 pages of the passports
Birth Certificates
Decree Absolute if either party is divorced
Proof of change of name, if applicable
Death certificate in case of widow/ widower
Letter of parental consent in the form of an Affidavit if under 18
Mauritian doctor Certificate of non pregnancy if the bride-to-be has been divorced in the last 10 months
Documents not in English must be translated into English and duly stamped
The wedding ceremony can take place between Mondays – Friday, excluding public holidays and subject to the availability of the registrar.
Couples need to be on the island 3 working days prior to the ceremony and most hotels require a minimum stay of 7 nights.
Before the big day, a visit to Port Louis will be arranged to sign affidavits
The couple has to be on the island at least 15 days before the ceremony can take place. Hotels also provide facilities of wedding ceremonies in Indian or Chinese styles too.
Documents required:-
Birth Certificate
Passports
Christening certificates(for Christians)
Morality certificates from each respective Parish priest specifying that both parties are free
Specification of Religion. If parties are of different religions, the case must go to the Bishop.
Catholics wishing to get married in Mauritius can contact the:
Port-Louis Dioceses
Tel: (230) 208 3068
Fax: (230) 208 6607
Places to get married
Saying ‘I do’ many meters below the Indian Ocean in a submersible will enhance the dream-like quality of the day and certainly make the wedding photographs stand out.
Many couples choose to get married
In the grounds of their hotel, either on the beach, in the beautiful gardens or in a specially decorated wedding gazebo,
On private islands just off the coast of Mauritius, including the beautiful Ile Des Deux Cocos, which will make the wedding extra special.
In an old colonial house where a friendly Creole mama will help to prepare the bride for her big moment following age-old traditions.
In a very cultural way inside an Indian temple where the bride and groom will be led trough the service by the Pundit. Or in the hotel where the bride can choose to wear a sari and be decorated with henna tattoos.
In one of the island’s ancient cathedrals
On any public beach in Mauritius
Bride and groom can tie the knot aboard a gleaming white catamaran whilst cruising to a small private beach for the wedding breakfast and optional Sega show.
Things to consider
Clothes
Due to the tropical weather of Mauritius, it is advisable to choose outfit and accessories that will make your day much more enjoyable.
Packing
Bride carrying their bridal dress should pack it carefully in tissue in a suitcase or box marked ‘Fragile’. This will then be stored in the Fragile Container on the aircraft. Lighter gowns, can be packed in a cardboard box and placed in the overhead storage container of the plane.
Independent Couples
Guests not staying at hotels can contact a freelance wedding coordinator. Local ground handlers can also assist with wedding arrangements for independent travelers.
Honeymoon
Mauritian honeymoon marks a unique beginning of an eternal life with your true love.
We want to make your Honeymoon trip magical and memorable.
Romantic walks on the beach,
Private dinners, with view on the ocean,
Adventurous climbing on mountains,
Safe, Sunny and Serene environment...
Nice honeymoon massage to relax …
-- are all everlasting moments to be tasted.
Resorts and hotels specialize in honeymoons and make up to 25% discounts on their rooms. They offer complimentary t-shirts, pareos, fruit baskets, champagne, wine, gala meals, special decoration, photo souvenir, free breakfast, free massage, free beauty treatment, free outings and endless discounts to honeymooners
