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MauritiusMauritania: e-Visa

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Do Mauritius passport holders need a visa for Mauritania?

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Yes. Mauritius 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 of2026-10-19
    Distance9,076 km, straight line (~11h 11m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Mauritania11 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Mauritania passport holders visiting Mauritius: Visa on arrival.

Mauritania drives on the right, the opposite side to Mauritius. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

Visa-free alternatives near Mauritania

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

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Frequently asked questions

Do Mauritius passport holders need a visa for Mauritania?

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

How far is Mauritania from Mauritius?

About 9,076 km in a straight line, roughly ~11h 11m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Mauritania?

Mauritanian ouguiya (MRU).

What is the emergency number in Mauritania?

101 / 117 / 118.

Does Mauritania drive on the same side of the road as Mauritius?

Mauritania drives on the right, the opposite side to Mauritius. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

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 Mauritius passport holders visit without a visa instead of Mauritania?

Senegal, Cape Verde, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Ghana, Togo.

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.