Is a French National allowed to stay in Mauritius for more than 6 months after having a baby there?

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I and my spouse are of French nationality, I will get my baby in Mauritius soon. Can I stay with my new born mauritian baby for more than six months in Mauritius to take care and look after him??????

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gices Level 6

France is among those countries where you are not required a visa to travel to Mauritius. If you've come here visa-free, then your visit should not exceed 3 months. See this link for more information : http://www.gov.mu/portal/goc/mfa/files/v...

Now it might be possible to extend your stay by going to the Passport & Immigration Office in person but the maximum length of stay you would get is 6 months. You will be required to leave after that time.

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Khush_Mendossa Level 3

The law is clear about tourist should stay for no more than 6 months.

But your case is special. I presume you are already in Mauritius?
So, I would recommend you to contact the Ambassade de France.

Be sure to tell them about the baby. I would suggest that you make a doctor have a statement that due to medical reasons your baby cannot be put on flight...something like that. The doctor should know.

14, rue Saint Georges - Port Louis - Ile Maurice
Téléphone : +(230) 20 20 100
http://www.ambafrance-mu.org/

Peaches Level 3

Her case is not special, babies can fly pretty much straight after birth (a week old), there is no reason as to why a baby can't fly under 6 months, unless there is a serious medical condition.

Khush_Mendossa Level 3

That is why I pointed out to refer to a doctor ;)

Peaches Level 3

Where are you having your baby, a clinic or government hospital? Also why have you taken the decision to have your baby here rather than in France? I thought you can only stay here for 6 months then you will be deported but I may be wrong.