Is visa on arrival still available in Mauritania?

No. The visa on arrival programme was discontinued in 2026; most travellers now need an eVisa in advance.

Do I need to print the Mauritania eVisa?

Yes. Print the eVisa approval and present it at border control on arrival.

What documents do I need for Mauritania?

A passport valid for at least six months, a recent photo, a confirmed return ticket, proof of accommodation and the printed eVisa. We review each document before submitting.

How long can I stay in Mauritania?

Tourist visas typically allow up to 30 days, extendable at the immigration service in Nouakchott.

Do you need a Mauritania visa?

Planning a trip to Mauritania? Most travellers can now skip the embassy queue and apply for the Mauritania Tourist eVisa entirely online. VisitsVisa fills the government form for you, checks every document, and delivers your approved visa by email — usually within 5 days. Most international travellers need a Mauritania Tourist eVisa before they arrive, and the fastest way to get one is to apply for your Mauritania visa online rather than queuing at an embassy. Start with a quick eligibility check and we confirm the exact route and documents for your nationality and country of residence.

How do I apply for a Mauritania visa online?

Applying for a Mauritania Tourist eVisa with VisitsVisa takes minutes. Complete one simple online form, upload your passport and photo, and pay securely. Our visa experts review every detail against the latest Mauritania immigration rules before your application is submitted, which is the single biggest thing you can do to avoid a rejection. Once approved, your Mauritania eVisa is emailed to you — there is nothing to collect and no embassy visit — and you can track your Mauritania visa application live from any device until it lands in your inbox.

How much does a Mauritania visa cost?

A Mauritania Tourist eVisa costs $60 through VisitsVisa. The $60 price is all-inclusive — the government fee and our service fee are already bundled in, so there are no hidden charges at checkout. Every traveller on the trip — including children and infants — needs their own Mauritania visa, and you can add multiple applicants to a single order and pay together in one checkout.

How long does Mauritania visa processing take?

Standard Mauritania visa processing usually takes 5 days. If you are travelling soon, choose Express at checkout and we prioritise your application, with delivery typically within 24 hours. We recommend applying a few days before departure so your Mauritania eVisa is confirmed well ahead of your flight.

How long is a Mauritania visa valid and how long can I stay?

The Mauritania Tourist eVisa permits a stay of Up to 30 days and is valid for 3 months from issue (single entry). Make sure your passport has at least six months of validity remaining from your date of arrival, as this is the most common reason Mauritania applications are refused.

Mauritania Visa Online — Price, Requirements & Apply | Tourist eVisa

Mauritania Visa Information

Visa TypeTourist eVisa

Length of StayUp to 30 days

Validity3 months from issue

EntrySingle entry

MethodVisa-free or eVisa (VOA discontinued)

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Documents Required

Only 2 Documents

Passport

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity from your arrival date.

Photograph

Recent passport-size photo with a white background.

All documents are securely processed and protected.

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How Mauritania eVisa Process Works

1
Fill Form
Complete the simple online form.

2
Make Payment
Pay securely online.

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Upload Document
AI verifies your documents instantly.

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Submitted to Immigration
Sent to Mauritania Immigration.

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Get Your Visa
Delivered to your email.

Check Your nationality Eligibility

The visa on arrival programme was discontinued in 2026, so most travellers now obtain an eVisa online before departure and print it for border control. Eleven countries are exempt under bilateral agreements, including Algeria, Mali, Senegal, Tunisia and their West African neighbours.

Eligible nationalities

208 Countries

Frequently Asked Questions

Eleven bilateral-agreement countries are visa-free; everyone else needs an eVisa before departure. Check your nationality page for details.

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Ministry of Foreign Affairs
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Mauritania Immigration
Immigration & entry-requirement notices
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IATA Travel Centre
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Last reviewedAugust 2026

Next reviewOctober 2026

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