200 Guides · Mauritian Law
Mauritian law, explained with precision.
Plain-language guides to family, estate and succession, employment, civil and commercial, and criminal law in Mauritius.
The Knowledge Base
One legal question at a time.
Insights is the knowledge base of Lex Aquila Advocates: a growing collection of plain-language guides to the law of Mauritius for people who are not lawyers.
Each title addresses one defined question. The guides identify the relevant Mauritian framework and explain the issue in ordinary English.
These guides are general legal information, not advice on your situation. For advice on your own circumstances, speak to the chambers.
Family Law
50 guides- Divorce in Mauritius: A Complete Legal Guide
- Grounds for Divorce in Mauritius Explained
- Divorce by Mutual Consent in Mauritius
- How Long Does a Divorce Take in Mauritius?
- How Much Does a Divorce Cost in Mauritius?
- Divorce Procedure at the Family Division
- Provisional vs Final Decree of Divorce
- Contested Divorce in Mauritius: What to Expect
- Divorce for Fault Under the Code Civil
- Can I Divorce Without My Spouse's Consent?
- Judicial Separation vs Divorce in Mauritius
- Child Custody in Mauritius: A Complete Guide
- How Do Mauritian Courts Decide Custody?
- Child Visitation Rights in Mauritius
- Child Maintenance in Mauritius: How Much?
- Alimony and Spousal Maintenance in Mauritius
- Enforcing a Maintenance Order in Mauritius
- Parental Authority in Mauritius Explained
- Child Abduction and Mauritius: Legal Options
- Taking a Child Abroad After Divorce
- Matrimonial Property Regimes in Mauritius
- Dividing the Family Home in a Divorce
- Prenuptial Agreements in Mauritius
- Legal Requirements to Marry in Mauritius
- Is a Religious Marriage Legal in Mauritius?
- Annulment of Marriage in Mauritius
- Cohabitation Rights in Mauritius
- Protection Orders for Domestic Violence
- How to Apply for a Protection Order
- Occupation and Tenancy Orders in Mauritius
- Breach of a Protection Order in Mauritius
- Domestic Violence and Divorce in Mauritius
- Adoption in Mauritius: Procedure and Rules
- Establishing Paternity in Mauritius
- Rights of Children Born Out of Wedlock
- Children's Act 2020: What Parents Should Know
- The Children's Court of Mauritius Explained
- Corporal Punishment Ban in Mauritius
- Child Marriage Is Banned in Mauritius
- Child Development Unit Investigations
- Foster Care in Mauritius: Law and Process
- Guardianship of a Minor in Mauritius
- Divorce, Pensions and Hidden Assets
- Family Mediation in Mauritius
- What to Bring to a Family Law Consultation
- How to Change a Custody Order in Mauritius
- Domestic Violence: What to Do First
- Can I Remarry After Divorce in Mauritius?
- Changing Your Name After Divorce
- Grandparents' Rights in Mauritius
Estate & Succession
28 guides- Succession and Inheritance in Mauritius
- Forced Heirship Rules in Mauritius
- Making a Will in Mauritius
- Contesting a Will in Mauritius
- Administering an Estate in Mauritius
- Co-Ownership and Indivision Disputes
- Dying Without a Will in Mauritius
- How Long Does a Succession Take?
- Usufruct and Bare Ownership in Mauritius
- Lifetime Gifts and Donations in Mauritius
- Partage: Dividing Inherited Property
- How Your Marriage Regime Affects Inheritance
- Successions With Foreign Assets
- Foreign Heirs Inheriting in Mauritius
- Is There Inheritance Tax in Mauritius?
- Notary or Barrister for a Succession?
- Tutelle and Curatelle in Mauritius
- When a Minor Inherits in Mauritius
- Renouncing an Inheritance in Mauritius
- Estate Debts and Creditors in Mauritius
- Life Insurance and Succession in Mauritius
- Bank Accounts After a Death in Mauritius
- Transferring a Title Deed After a Death
- Estate Planning in Mauritius: A Guide
- Can You Disinherit a Child in Mauritius?
- Surviving Spouse Inheritance Rights
- Succession Disputes Between Heirs
- Selling Inherited Property in Mauritius
For Expats & Foreign Nationals
20 guides- Divorce for Expats Living in Mauritius
- Is My Foreign Divorce Valid in Mauritius?
- Marrying a Foreigner in Mauritius: Legal Guide
- Can Foreigners Buy Property in Mauritius?
- Property Development Scheme: Legal Guide
- Buying Property in Mauritius: Legal Guide
- Cross-Border Contract Disputes
- Living in Mauritius: A Legal Guide for Expats
- The Occupation Permit in Mauritius
- The Premium Visa in Mauritius Explained
- The Retired Non-Citizen Residence Permit
- Permanent Residence in Mauritius
- Property Schemes Open to Non-Citizens
- Work Permits for Foreign Employees
- Setting Up as a Self-Employed Foreigner
- Cross-Border Child Custody and Mauritius
- Moving Your Assets to Mauritius
- Banking in Mauritius as a Non-Citizen
- Wills and Succession for Expats
- Employment Rights for Expats in Mauritius
Employment Law
25 guides- Workers' Rights Act 2019: Complete Guide
- Unfair Dismissal in Mauritius: Your Rights
- Can My Employer Dismiss Me Without a Hearing?
- Disciplinary Hearings: Your Rights at Work
- Notice Periods for Termination in Mauritius
- Severance Allowance in Mauritius Explained
- Redundancy and Economic Dismissal in Mauritius
- Constructive Dismissal in Mauritius
- Probation Periods in Mauritius: The Rules
- Employment Contracts in Mauritius: Key Clauses
- Working Hours and Overtime in Mauritius
- Annual Leave and Sick Leave in Mauritius
- Maternity and Paternity Leave in Mauritius
- Minimum Wage Rules in Mauritius
- Unpaid Wages and Unlawful Deductions
- The Industrial Court: How to Bring a Claim
- Filing a Labour Complaint in Mauritius
- The Commission for Conciliation and Mediation
- The Employment Relations Tribunal Explained
- Workplace Discrimination in Mauritius
- Sexual Harassment at Work in Mauritius
- Workplace Accident Compensation in Mauritius
- Migrant Worker Rights in Mauritius
- Unfair Dismissal Compensation in Mauritius
- Employer Guide to Lawful Dismissal
Civil & Commercial
32 guides- Civil Litigation in Mauritius: A Guide
- How to Sue Someone in Mauritius
- Which Court Will Hear My Civil Case?
- Time Limits for Civil Claims in Mauritius
- Breach of Contract in Mauritius
- Contract Drafting Essentials in Mauritius
- How Contracts Are Formed in Mauritius
- Debt Recovery in Mauritius: Legal Options
- Commercial Lease Disputes in Mauritius
- Landlord and Tenant Act 1999: A Guide
- How to Evict a Tenant in Mauritius
- The Fair Rent Tribunal in Mauritius
- Tenant Rights in Mauritius
- Property Boundary Disputes in Mauritius
- Defamation Law in Mauritius
- Personal Injury Claims in Mauritius
- Road Accident Compensation in Mauritius
- Consumer Rights in Mauritius
- Company Formation Under the Companies Act 2001
- Directors' Duties in Mauritius
- Shareholder Disputes in Mauritius
- Winding Up a Company in Mauritius
- The Insolvency Act 2009: A Guide
- Arbitration in Mauritius: A Practical Guide
- Enforcing a Judgment in Mauritius
- Injunctions and Interim Orders in Mauritius
- Judicial Review in Mauritius
- Data Protection Act 2017 Compliance
- Cybersecurity and Cybercrime Act 2021 Guide
- Online Defamation and Social Media
- Partnership and Societe Disputes
- Small Claims in Mauritius: How to Recover
Criminal Law
25 guides- Criminal Law in Mauritius: A Complete Guide
- Arrested in Mauritius: What to Do
- Provisional Charge in Mauritius Explained
- Bail in Mauritius Under the Bail Act 1999
- Bail Refused: What Happens Next?
- Giving a Statement Under Warning
- Your Right to a Lawyer at the Police Station
- Police Custody Rules in Mauritius
- The Criminal Court Process in Mauritius
- Jury Trials and the Assizes in Mauritius
- How Long Does a Criminal Case Take?
- Criminal Appeals in Mauritius
- Drug Offences Under the Dangerous Drugs Act
- Drug Trafficking vs Possession in Mauritius
- Drink Driving in Mauritius: Penalties
- Assault and Wounds and Blows Offences
- Sexual Offences in Mauritius: The Law
- Domestic Violence as a Criminal Charge
- Offences Against Children in Mauritius
- Children in Conflict With the Law
- Criminal Cases in the Children's Court
- Cybercrime Offences in Mauritius
- Human Trafficking Offences in Mauritius
- How Sentencing Works in Mauritius
- Your Rights as a Victim of Crime
The Mauritian Legal System
20 guides- The Mauritian Legal System Explained
- The Courts of Mauritius: Structure
- The Supreme Court of Mauritius: Divisions
- Barrister, Attorney or Notary in Mauritius?
- How to Choose a Barrister in Mauritius
- How Much Do Lawyers Cost in Mauritius?
- Legal Aid in Mauritius: How to Apply
- Free Legal Assistance at the Police Station
- Your First Consultation With a Barrister
- How Long Do Court Cases Take in Mauritius?
- Court Fees and Costs in Mauritius
- How to File a Case in Mauritius
- Evidence and Witnesses in Mauritian Courts
- Appeals in Mauritius Explained
- Privy Council Appeals From Mauritius
- The Mediation Division of the Supreme Court
- Fundamental Rights Under the Constitution
- What Happens on Your First Court Date
- Instructing a Barrister Through an Attorney
- Mauritian Legal Terms: A Plain Glossary
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