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Organization : The Mauritius Police Force
Type of Facility : Certificate of Character
Country: Mauritius
Website : http://police.govmu.org/English/Pages/App-character-certificate.aspx

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What is Certificate of Character?

The Certificate of Character is governed by the Certificate of Character Act 2012 (No 18/2012). It is an official document issued by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions which states whether a person has previous convictions recorded against him/her.

Related / Similar Service : Mauritius Register a Police Complaint

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Who May Apply For Mauritius Police Certificate of Character?

** Any Citizen of Mauritius;
** Non Citizen who holds a resident/ work permit in Mauritius.

How To Apply For Mauritius Police Certificate of Character?

Contact the Mauritius Police Divisional Headquarters where you reside with the following documents (the original and two photocopies thereof) to apply for Police Certificate of Character.

** Birth Certificate(computerized A4 format)
** National Identity Card/ Passport for Non Citizen
** Marriage Certificate (where applicable)
** Proof of Residence in Mauritius

Download Form : https://www.statusin.org/uploads/9414-Morality%20Form.pdf

Applicants from abroad

Applications made from abroad can be processed through the Mauritian Embassy/ High Commission in the country where application is made.

Where to Apply?

At the nearest Police Divisional Headquarters as follows:-
Contact No. :
Piton DHQ 2645364
Port Louis South DHQ 2118917
Rose Hill DHQ 4651185
Port Louis North DHQ 2171154
Flacq DHQ 4011329
Moka Police Station 4020975
Curepipe DHQ 6702990
Rose Belle DHQ 6274317
Rodrigues DHQ 8310601

Opening Hours:
Mondays to Fridays : 0830 hrs to 1430 hrs (Except for collection up to 1600 hrs)
On Saturdays : 0830 hrs to 1100 hrs (Except for collection up to 1130 hrs)

Applicable Fees :
Rs 100/- Individuals
Rs 300/- Companies

FAQ On Mauritius Police Force

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) On Mauritius Police Force

How can I register a Complaint?
Go to the nearest Police Station and give a written or oral complaint to the officer-in charge. The oral complaint will be reduced in writing and then signed by you. If it is not the jurisdictional Police Station necessary action would be taken to transfer the case to the respective jurisdictional Police Station for necessary action.

Preliminary and immediately required steps will however be taken by the initial police stations. In case of any difficulty in registering a complaint as above, the complainant may contact the jurisdictional/senior officers whose address and Telephone numbers are given in the Emergency Contacts page.

What should I do if I have to pass any information about an offence or an accident?
1. Call 999.
2. Call the nearest Police Station.
3. Go to the nearest Police Station and inform.

How do I get a firearm license?
By making an application in the prescribed form to the office of Commissioner of Police.
After due police verification and other necessary formalities, the licensing authority will approve or reject the application for firearm license. Barring exceptions your application will be decided within 90 days.

What should I do if I find a child or woman in distress?
Call 999.

What help can a foreigner expect from Mauritius Police Force?
Go to Foreigner section for detailed information.

What should I do in case of loss of vehicle?
Lodge a complaint in the nearest Police Station with all the details and documents about the vehicle.

Additional Simplified Procedure

You can apply for a Mauritius Police Certificate of Character online through the e-Services – COC website at https://ecertificateofcharacter.govmu.org/. You will need to create an account and submit the required documents.

Here are the steps on how to apply for a Mauritius Police Certificate of Character online:
1. Go to the e-Services – COC website at https://ecertificateofcharacter.govmu.org/.
2. Click on the “Register” button.
3. Enter your personal information, such as your name, date of birth, and email address.
4. Create a username and password.
5. Click on the “Register” button.

You will receive an email with a confirmation link. Click on the confirmation link to activate your account. Once your account has been activated, you can log in to the e-Services – COC website. To apply for a Police Certificate of Character, click on the “Apply for COC” button.

You will need to enter the following information:
** Your name
** Your date of birth
** Your nationality
** Your passport number
** Your residential address in Mauritius
** Your contact details

You will also need to upload the following documents:
** A scanned copy of your passport
** A scanned copy of your recent passport-size photograph
** A scanned copy of your proof of residence in Mauritius

Once you have submitted the required documents, you will need to pay the application fee. The application fee is MUR 500. The processing time for a Mauritius Police Certificate of Character is typically 10 working days. However, the processing time may be longer during peak travel seasons. Once your application has been approved, you will be able to download your Police Certificate of Character from the e-Services – COC website.

Here are some additional tips for applying for a Mauritius Police Certificate of Character online:
** Make sure that you have all of the required documents before you start the application process.
** Make sure that you enter your personal information correctly.
** Make sure that you upload clear and legible scans of your passport, photograph, and proof of residence.
** Make sure that you pay the application fee in full.
** Make sure that you check your email for updates on your application status.

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  1. i did my application since October 2022 we have now reach 8th of december. why is it taking so long

  2. I submitted my document 1 month back through my friend but still I haven’t received. Kindly anyone from department help to process it soon as desperately waiting for this to apply for my visa.

    1. Processing Period is Maximum 3 weeks. You may contact your nearest Police Divisional Headquarters.

    2. Yes. I contacted. But they said to wait for the call from them. I even contacted head office both via call and also in person. But still they ask to wait for the turn. Its 6 weeks but still not.

  3. I need to ask, if I can order my morality paper by email and pick it up by myself because I just found the application form on this page? S it takes 3 or 4 weeks. How can I know, how long I need to wait for it? I stay in Flic en Flac and was planing to come to Rosehills headquarter on Tuesday.

    1. My friend I would advise you to come in person in your own interest and with the documents as requested, original plus 2 copies. Further, you may have to wait for your turn to be received. So, please be early, the office opens at 8.30 a.m. the waiting time may be shortened through your earliest arrival. All the best. Take care.

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