Get a Mauritania Visa

Tourist Travel Requirements for a Mauritania Visa for Canadian Citizens

  1. Visa On Arrival

    A visa may be obtained on arrival for a small variable fee. The traveler must :

    • Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page
    • Hold proof of onward/return flights
    • Hold all documents required for the next destination
    • Hold proof of sufficient funds relative to your intended length of stay.
    • Confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change

Business Travel Requirements for a Mauritania Visa for Canadian Citizens

  1. Visa On Arrival

    A visa may be obtained on arrival for a small variable fee. The traveler must :

    • Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page
    • Hold proof of onward/return flights
    • Hold all documents required for the next destination
    • Hold proof of sufficient funds relative to your intended length of stay.
    • Confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change

Mauritania visa FAQ

  1. 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.
  2. 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 in a secure way, using a traceable courier such as FedEx.