A driving license is a legal authorization, or the official document confirming such an authorization, for a specific individual to operate one or more types of motorized vehicles—such as motorcycles, cars, trucks, or buses—on a public road. Such licenses are often plastic and the size of a credit card.
How To Apply For A Driving License In Mauritius
Application for a driving licence shall be made in a Police Form (PF 31) and shall be accompanied by a Non- Refundable application fee of Rs 500. Minimum age requirement for a provisional driving licence. Application for a provisional driving licence can be made either at Police Stations or online.
Application for Driving Licence
The Traffic Branch of the Mauritius Police Force is responsible for the issue and control of Driving Licences in Mauritius and Rodrigues.
Before you can learn to drive a motorcar, motorcycle or autocyle you must apply for a provisional driving licence.
Application for a driving licence shall be made in a Police Form (PF 31) and shall be accompanied by a Non- Refundable application fee of Rs 500.
Minimum age requirement for a provisional driving licence.
Autocycle : 15 yrs
Motocycle : 17 yrs
Motorcar : 18 yrs
Application for Taxi: – Applicant shall be the holder of a competent driving licence for Motor Cars. (Annex A)
Application for Heavy Motor Vehicle (bus and lorry):- Applicant shall be the holder of a competent driving licence for Motor Cars for a period of at least six months. (Annex B & C)
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Classification of Auto/Motorcycle
Type AM:- Autocycle
Type A1:- 51 – 125cc
Type A2:- 126-300 ccs ( can apply if the holder of type A1)
Type A:- > 300cc ( can apply if holder of type A1 and A2)
APPLICATION FOR PROVISIONAL DRIVING LICENCE
Application for a provisional driving licence can be made either at Police Stations or online.
Online Application for Learner’s Licence
An applicant for a provisional driving licence can simply apply online through the Government Online Centre (GOC) at http://police.govmu.org. He or she will have to choose a convenient date and time to call the Licensing Office, online section to complete the processing of the application with the following documents:
A. Birth Certificate
B. National Identity Card or Student Pass as applicable
C. Marriage Certificate as applicable
D. Original work/residence permit and passport(for non-Mauritian Citizens)
(Note: In cases where the applicant is under 18 years, he/she should be accompanied by the responsible party)
Application made at Police Station
Applications for driving licence can also be made at police stations with the following documents:-
The application is dispatched to the Traffic Branch for processing.
If eligible, the applicant will be informed by way of a letter to call the licensing office for the processing of his application.
A. Birth Certificate
B. National Identity Card or Student Pass as applicable
C. Marriage Certificate as applicable
D. Original work/residence permit and passport(for non-Mauritian Citizens)
(Note: In cases where the applicant is under 18 years, he/she should be accompanied by the responsible party)
E-Payment and E-appointment for Driving Tests
Payment for driving tests and scheduling of appointments can be effected online. An applicant applies for an appointment online giving details (including email address) respecting the type of test he/she wishes to undergo. Payments for the tests are effected online through Internet banking.
The Licensing Office receives such applications online. After verification, if an applicant is eligible, a reply is sent to him/her at the e-mail address provided, respecting the date and time of his appointment. On the scheduled appointment date, the applicant will call the examiner’s Office for the test with a printed copy of the mail.
How can I pass my driving test in Mauritius?
For a driving test in Mauritius don`t drive beyond 40 km/h and not in the fourth gear. Your examiner will watch how you control your speed in different situations and how you change gears. REMEMBER: CHANGING OF GEAR SHOULD BE DONE SMOOTHLY . TRY NOT TO DRIVE LONG DISTANCES IN THE FIRST GEAR.
Do I need an international driving permit for Mauritius?
Many international tourists intending to rent a car in Mauritius ask themselves if their driver’s licence is valid in Mauritius or if they need to obtain an International Driving Permit. Luckily, tourists are allowed to drive in Mauritius with their domestic licence for up to 4 weeks.