Services
 

Views of Protocol Matters

 The views of the protocol Directorate are regularly sought on a number of issues relating to the ceremonial system of fixed rules and accepted behaviour.

 Such requests include information on order of precedence, food preferences, types of gifts, order of names on a Memorial Plaque, seating plan, events management and other matters that sometimes require meticulous thought and enormous responsibility.

Assistance to Mauritians Abroad 

It includes attending to difficulties faced by Mauritians abroad ranging from problems encountered during studies to assault/robbery cases and meeting parties in Mauritius whose parents/children might be facing problems abroad.

Demise/Arrest of Mauritians

 Special arrangements have to be made with our Missions abroad for the landing of mortal remains supported by relevant documentation.  There is a need to also ensure that our nationals who have been arrested abroad are receiving necessary care in penitentiary institutions abroad (when we are aware of same).

Repatriation

 Arrangements have to be made with concerned authorities for the return to Mauritius nationals in distress abroad.

Visa Policy and Related issues

 It entails working on policy issues regarding visas in consultation with the Prime Minister's Office, the Office of the Solicitor General, the Passport and Immigration Office and the Police Department as well as the day-to-day requests for information on visa processing.

Civil Status Matters