Get a Mauritania Visa
Tourist Travel Requirements for a Mauritania Visa for Australian Citizens
Visa On Arrival
A visa may be obtained upon arrival at Nouakchott International Airport, against payment of a fee. Visa fees and duration of stay granted upon arrival will vary, and are at the discretion of Immigration Officials. Travellers must:
- Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with two blank visa pages
- Hold proof of sufficient funds to cover the duration of stay
- Hold proof of onward/return airline ticket
- Hold all documents required for the next destination
- Hold a visa for the next destination, if required
- Confirm with the airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change
CIBTvisas recommends that all travellers check with their airline prior to departure that boarding will be permitted without a visa. There is no guarantee entry will be allowed. CIBTvisas recommends that travellers obtain all visas prior to travel.
Business Travel Requirements for a Mauritania Visa for Australian Citizens
Visa On Arrival
A visa may be obtained upon arrival at Nouakchott International Airport, against payment of a fee. Visa fees and duration of stay granted upon arrival will vary, and are at the discretion of Immigration Officials. Travellers must:
- Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with two blank visa pages
- Hold proof of sufficient funds to cover the duration of stay
- Hold proof of onward/return airline ticket
- Hold all documents required for the next destination
- Hold a visa for the next destination, if required
- Confirm with the airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change
CIBTvisas recommends that all travellers check with their airline prior to departure that boarding will be permitted without a visa. There is no guarantee entry will be allowed. CIBTvisas recommends that travellers obtain all visas prior to travel.
Mauritania Visa FAQ
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When is the best time to apply for my Mauritania visa?
The best time to apply for your Mauritania visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. However, if you are running short on time, we may be able to process your visa on a faster service at the Embassy’s discretion. -
Do I have to send you my passport to get a Mauritania visa? Is it safe to send a passport?
Yes. You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Mauritania visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa request cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application using our secure collection service.
