WHAT A NOTARY DOES
Verify.
Title deeds, charges, mortgages, permits, the identity and capacity of each party: everything is checked before you commit.
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NOTARY'S OFFICE · PORT LOUIS, MAURITIUS
Sign with peace of mind.
Property, wills, marriage, companies, investing in Mauritius.
Me Varuna Punchoo and her team make every deed secure.
CITADELLE MALL · PORT LOUISSCROLL ↓
THE SAFEGUARD OF YOUR COMMITMENTS
Sound advice, before you sign.
Between buyer and seller, between generations, between Mauritius and the rest of the world, the notary is the trusted third party. Impartial, the notary checks, explains and makes sure everyone understands what they are signing.
The role of a notary
WHAT A NOTARY DOES
Advise.
The same advice for every party, even when only one pays the fees. Legal, tax and financial consequences, explained plainly.
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WHAT A NOTARY DOES
Authenticate.
A notarial deed has a certain date, full evidential force and is directly enforceable. The original is kept safe at the office.
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WHO WE HELP
For every stage of life.
Individuals, families, investors, businesses, Mauritians abroad: the office is at your side, whatever your project.
- Buying or selling propertyLand, houses, apartments, promise of sale, loans, notary fees
- Investing or settling in MauritiusEDB, PDS, IRS, RES, Smart City, G+2, residence permit
- Passing on your estateWills, donations, successions, trusts
- Marrying, protecting your familyMarriage contracts, matrimonial regimes, international couples
- Business, certification, powers of attorneyCompanies, powers of attorney, certified copies, apostille
THE OFFICE
In the heart of Port Louis.
Citadelle Mall, 15th floor. A dedicated team welcomes you Monday to Friday, in English, French and Creole.
Visit the office
ON AIR AND IN THE PRESS
The law, explained to all.
- The pivotal role of a notary when buying and selling propertyL'Express Property, 2025
- Successions and dividing an estate (in French)Radio Plus, “Explik ou ka”
- Dividing assets: beware of joint accounts (in French)Top FM, “Korek pas Korek li bon conner”
- Bank loans and guarantees (in French)Radio Plus, “Explik ou ka”, 2018
- The Constitution allows dual nationality (in French)Radio Plus, “C'est Tabou”, 2017
Your questions, answered.
Is a notary compulsory in Mauritius?
For some deeds, yes: the sale of property, marriage contracts and donations require a notarial deed. For everything else, a notary gives you a secure, dated deed that is hard to challenge.
How much does a notary cost in Mauritius?
Fees follow a scale set by the Notaries Act 2008, the same for everyone. For a property purchase: 2% on the first Rs 250,000, 1.5% on the next Rs 500,000, 1% on the next million and 0.5% above that.
Can a foreigner buy property in Mauritius?
Yes, within the frameworks set by law (PDS, IRS, RES, Smart City, G+2 apartments) and with Economic Development Board approval. The notary first checks that the property qualifies.
I live abroad. Do I need to come to Mauritius to sign?
Not necessarily. A power of attorney signed in your country, then legalised or apostilled, often lets someone represent you.
How do I book an appointment?
Call +230 213 12 12, send a WhatsApp message to +230 5 250 73 07 or use the contact form. The office will tell you which documents to bring.