BulgariaMauritania: e-Visa

BulgariaMauritania

Do Bulgaria passport holders need a visa for Mauritania?

e-Visa

Yes. Bulgaria passport holders need a visa for Mauritania, available online as an e-visa before travel.

An e-visa must be applied for and approved online before travel.

Source: diplomatie.gov.mr (checked July 18, 2026).

    Requiremente-Visa
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelYes, arrange in advance
    Data as of2026-10-14
    Distance4,583 km, straight line (~5h 54m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Mauritania11 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Mauritania passport holders visiting Bulgaria: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Mauritania

Bulgaria passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Bulgaria passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Bulgaria passport holders need a visa for Mauritania?

Yes. Bulgaria passport holders need a visa for Mauritania, available online as an e-visa before travel.

How far is Mauritania from Bulgaria?

About 4,583 km in a straight line, roughly ~5h 54m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Mauritania?

Mauritanian ouguiya (MRU).

What is the emergency number in Mauritania?

101 / 117 / 118.

What time zone is Mauritania in?

Nouakchott (UTC+0).

What is the nearest airport to Nouakchott?

Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport (NKC), about 8 km away.

How many countries can enter Mauritania without a visa?

11 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Mauritania visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Bulgaria passport holders visit without a visa instead of Mauritania?

Senegal, Cape Verde, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Morocco, Portugal.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.