How to Convert a South African Driver’s License to a Mauritian Driver’s License

Moving to Mauritius from South Africa? Here’s a step-by-step guide to converting your South African motor car driver’s license to a Mauritian driver’s license.

Step 1: Obtain Your Driver’s License Attestation Letter from South Africa

1. Request the Attestation Letter

   • Email: dlconfirmations@rtmc.co.za

   • State that you need the attestation letter for conversion to a Mauritian license.

     
     

2. Attach the Following Documents:

   • A clear scan of the front and back of your South African driver’s license

   • A copy of your South African ID card

   • The completed application form: DL Confirmation Application Form (PDF)

     
     

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2. Processing Time

   • The response can take from 1 week to 3 months.

     
     

3. Collection and Courier

   • The attestation letter must be collected in Midrand, South Africa, and couriered to Mauritius.

   • (Optional) You can use a service provider for collection and courier. One such provider charges R1000 plus courier fees. (Contact details available on request.)

     
     

Step 2: Submit Your Application to the Mauritian

Licensing Department

1. Prepare the Following Documents:

   • Copy of both sides of your South African driver’s license

   • Copy of your Mauritius Residence or Work Permit

   • Copy of your Mauritian National Identity Card

   • Copy of your passport’s biodata page and date of arrival in Mauritius

   • Proof of address in Mauritius

   • Attestation letter from the South African licensing department

     
     

2. Email Your Application

   • Send all documents to: cctb.mpf@govmu.org

     
     

3. Follow Up

   • Call the licensing department the next day to confirm receipt.

     
     

4. In-Person Appointment

   • Once you receive confirmation, visit Counter 8 at the licensing department with:

     • All original documents

     • 2 passport-sized photos

       
       

5. Payment

   • Pay Rs 1,500 in cash.

     
     

6. Collection

   • Your Mauritian driver’s license will be ready for collection exactly one month after submitting your original documents.

     
     

Quick Tips

• Keep digital and physical copies of all correspondence and documents.

• Be patient: Processing times can vary, especially for the South African attestation letter.

• Contact the Mauritian licensing department if you don’t receive confirmation within a week.

By following these steps, you can smoothly convert your South African driver’s license to a Mauritian one and enjoy driving on the island hassle-free!