Mauritania eVisa
موريتانيا · Nouakchott · Africa
eVisa
Level 2
Mauritania offers an eVisa system that allows citizens of 51 countries to apply online. The fee is $60 USD with processing completed within 7-14 days. The visa is valid for 90 days with a maximum stay of 30 days. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry, and visa on arrival is also available.
$60
Fee (USD)
7-14 business days
Processing
90d
Validity
30d
Max stay
Requirements
Valid passport (min 6 months validity)
Passport-size photo
Return ticket
Proof of accommodation
Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Cash payment on arrival (EUR 55 or USD 60)
Key details
| Entry type | Single |
| Multiple entry | Single entry only. VOA at Nouakchott airport is also single entry. |
| Passport validity | 6 months |
| Blank pages | 1 required |
| Biometric | Not required |
| Print eVisa | Not required |
| Israeli stamp | Accepted |
| Insurance | Not required |
| Yellow fever | Required |
Photo specifications
Size: 35x45 · 600x750 min
Background: white
Format: JPEG · max 1024KB
Face: 70-80%
Taken within: 6 months
Best time to visit
Best OK
Coolest period. Desert temperatures more bearable. Avoid May-Sep (extreme heat 45°C+).
Country information
🏛
Nouakchott
Capital
💱
MRU
Currency
📞
+222
Calling
🕐
+00:00
Timezone
👥
0.0M
Population
🗣
Arabic
Language
Neighboring countries
MoroccoAlgeriaMaliSenegal
Tips & warnings
⚡ Apply early — processing can take up to 14 days.
⚡ Yellow fever certificate required if arriving from an endemic area.
⚡ Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months — check before applying.
⚡ Only apply through the official portal (anrpts.gov.mr) — avoid unofficial websites that charge extra fees.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Mauritania eVisa cost? +
The Mauritania eVisa costs $60 USD. Single entry only. VOA at Nouakchott airport is also single entry.
How long does Mauritania eVisa processing take? +
Processing takes 7-14 business days.
What documents do I need for a Mauritania eVisa? +
Valid passport (min 6 months validity). Passport-size photo. Return ticket. Proof of accommodation. Yellow fever vaccination certificate. Cash payment on arrival (EUR 55 or USD 60).
How long is the Mauritania eVisa valid? +
The visa is valid for 90 days from on arrival. Maximum stay is 30 days.
Can I get multiple entries for Mauritania? +
Single entry only. VOA at Nouakchott airport is also single entry.
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Practical notes
- Payment
- No online payment portal. Pre-registration only — visa fee paid in cash on arrival.
- Transit — Not required
- No transit visa required for airside transit.
- Travel advisory (level 2)
- Exercise increased caution due to terrorism and kidnapping.
- Official advisory source ↗
Sources & verification
This information was compiled from the official source below and last verified on 2026-04-01.
Official source: anrpts.gov.mr ↗
Always confirm on the official portal before travelling — rules can change without notice.
Always verify on official portals before applying.