Guidelines for application of Certificate of Character



Overview

The Certificate of Character is governed by the Certificate of Character Act 2026 (Act No. 4 of 2026) and Certificate of Character Regulations 2026. 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.

Who may apply

Note: Applicant under 18 years should apply via their responsible party/relatives

  1. How to apply - Online

    2. Apply online through the web portal (https://ecertificateofcharacter.govmu.org/)

    Applicant should register on MauPass Portal (if not yet registered) https://maupass.govmu.org , prior to log-in to Certificate of Character Portal.

    The applicant may effect payment electronically as indicated in the Online Help manual for Certificate of Character or pay at the nearest Police Divisional Headquarters

    For online application, upon receipt of notification mail, the applicant may download a printable version

  2. How to apply - At Police Divisional Headquarters:

    3. Applicant wishing to apply in person may do at the nearest Police Divisional Headquarters.
    SNo. Office of Certificate of Character Tel No.
    1 Piton DHQ 2641320
    2 Rose Hill DHQ 4674408
    3 Flacq DHQ 4014329
    4 Moka Police Station 4320975
    5 Rose Belle DHQ 6274317
    6 Curepipe DHQ 6742922
    7 Port Louis South DHQ 2118917
    8 Port Louis North DHQ 2171154
    9 Rodrigues DHQ 8311536

Opening Hours:
Mondays to Fridays 0900 hrs to 1400 hrs (Except for collection up to 1600 hrs)
On Saturdays 0900 hrs to 1100 hrs (Except for collection up to 1130 hrs)


The applicant will pay at the nearest Police Divisional Headquarters

Applicable Fees:
Rs 200/- Individuals
Rs 100/- Additional Individuals
Rs 500/- Companies

How to collect

The certificate of character can be collected at the Divisional Headquarters where application was made. For online application, upon receipt of notification mail, the applicant may download a printable version.