RossD5601
South African looking for information about Mauritius
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Registration: 10 November 2023
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EDB - Scheduling an Appointment by karibi
I have applied for a retirement visa and have now paid the $1000 USD fee and have an agreement in principle.However, the status of the application from the ECB website says 'Processing' and awaiting 'Further Additional Information'. The only two ...
@karibiI think you should contact the EDB to clarify the info they need. Apparently it is quite easy to phone them. Once they have all the info they give you an appointment date, but it sounds as if they still want something more from you. Read More
Retirement Visa Application (50+) for my Wife (dependent?) by karibi
I have completed the application form on the ECB portal for myself, but not submitted it. However, there is no option to enter my wife's details.My questions are:(a) Should my wife make her own application on the portal? OR(b) Do I wait for my Visa ...
@GuestPoster578Thank you for the information. We'll be collecting the card next week before heading back to SA. Sounds like a useful card to have. I'm a bit surprised that it takes 10 days to prepare a laminated cardboard card... Read More
Retirement Visa Application (50+) for my Wife (dependent?) by karibi
I have completed the application form on the ECB portal for myself, but not submitted it. However, there is no option to enter my wife's details.My questions are:(a) Should my wife make her own application on the portal? OR(b) Do I wait for my Visa ...
@Mahjong I applied for a Wealth International Account on the Absa Mauritius website. I was sent a list of documents required that included proof of address (in SA), proof of funds, passport, etc. Some of these had to be certified and couriered to ... Read More
Retirement Visa Application (50+) for my Wife (dependent?) by karibi
I have completed the application form on the ECB portal for myself, but not submitted it. However, there is no option to enter my wife's details.My questions are:(a) Should my wife make her own application on the portal? OR(b) Do I wait for my Visa ...
Hi ChrisI'm not sure. I was not aware of the card till yesterday - I also assume it's some sort of ID card. The permit is printed on paper. No stamp in passport. I don't know about collection rules, I just hope ours is available before we leave.Dawn Read More
Retirement Visa Application (50+) for my Wife (dependent?) by karibi
I have completed the application form on the ECB portal for myself, but not submitted it. However, there is no option to enter my wife's details.My questions are:(a) Should my wife make her own application on the portal? OR(b) Do I wait for my Visa ...
There is absolutely no comparison between EDB and SA home affairs. They couldn't be more different!Once you have the EDB appointment and they are happy with original docs, you get the permit the same day. The only thing is you can only get the card ... Read More
Retirement Visa Application (50+) for my Wife (dependent?) by karibi
I have completed the application form on the ECB portal for myself, but not submitted it. However, there is no option to enter my wife's details.My questions are:(a) Should my wife make her own application on the portal? OR(b) Do I wait for my Visa ...
@karibiHi Chris, I also missed it initially. I got my info from this forum as well. Read More
Retirement Visa Application (50+) for my Wife (dependent?) by karibi
I have completed the application form on the ECB portal for myself, but not submitted it. However, there is no option to enter my wife's details.My questions are:(a) Should my wife make her own application on the portal? OR(b) Do I wait for my Visa ...
The entire process from the initial application took exactly 3 months. 2 weeks for Approval in principle and 2 weeks from our arrival in Mauritius for medical and EDB appointment. It was quicker here because I managed to open an account with Absa ... Read More
Retirement Visa Application (50+) for my Wife (dependent?) by karibi
I have completed the application form on the ECB portal for myself, but not submitted it. However, there is no option to enter my wife's details.My questions are:(a) Should my wife make her own application on the portal? OR(b) Do I wait for my Visa ...
Hi Karibi, the info and checklist for dependents is in the EDB guide doc 6.8, page 19. The dependent application is made to Passport and Immigration office once you have your permit. The fee is 400 US$ Read More
Cyclone warnings and government services by RossD5601
My husband has an appointment at the EDB tomorrow. Will the office be open if the cyclone class II warning is still in force?
Thank you for the replies. EDB is open today, we managed to make it to the appointment. Should have the permit by 13.00. Read More
Cyclone warnings and government services
My husband has an appointment at the EDB tomorrow. Will the office be open if the cyclone class II warning is still in force? Read More
Medical Tests for Retirement Permit by karibi
My wife and I are retired from the UK and are currently living in South Africa. We are considering Mauritius and are visiting in two weeks’ time. We had intended to get the necessary medical test done during our visit. We emailed the Aegle ...
@karibiThe Grand Bay clinic responded to my query within a day. We have an appointment in January which is when we will be back in Mauritius. Someone else on the forum used the Port Louis clinic.So far the retirement permit application process has ... Read More