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Facts about Mauritania

Mauritania is a country with one of the lowest population densities in the world located within the Sahara. The country is a destination for the adventurous tourists. Mauritania is known for its wonderful scenery.

The country does not have a lot of tourists because of the unrest in the country. Security personnel have been stationed around areas that are unsafe for tourists. Tourists are advised to visit the country to explore the tourist attractions.

Homosexuality is illegal in Mauritania; death sentence is given to male offenders while female offenders will be punished by two years in prison and a large fine. Tourists should endeavor to dress conservatively, behave discretely and respect religious and social traditions. The Mauritanian ouguiya, which is the country’s official currency cannot be taken out of the country.

Mauritania is visa free for citizens of Algeria, Ivory Coast, Gambia, Libya, Mali, Niger, Senegal and Tunisia for up to 90 days.

Basic Travel Requirements for South Africans visiting Mauritania

One copy of duly completed visa application form.
Bank statement which is not older than 3 months showing sufficient and sufficient flow of funds for the duration of your stay in the country.
Return and onward ticket with entry and exit dates.
Copy of travel itinerary.
Proof of accommodation.
Two passport sized photographs not older than six months which is in accordance with the passport format for a visa application.
Valid passport with a validity of at least 6 months from the date of visa application. The visa should have one blank page.
Valid travel insurance.

Types of Mauritania Visa

Types of Visa	Processing Time	Duration of Stay
Tourist Visa	5 - 7 working days	90 days
Business Visa	5 - 7 working days	90 days
Visa		3 months

Places in Visas of Mauritania Fees

Visa Type	Sub Type	Visa Fees
Tourist Visa		Not available
Business Visa		Not available
Visa		Not available

FAQs about Places in Visas of Mauritania

Is Mauritania an island ?

No, Mauritania is not an island.

Is Mauritania in sub Saharan Africa ?

Yes, Mauritania is in sub-Saharan Africa.

Do I need a visa for Mauritania ?

Yes, as a South African you need a visa to visit Mauritania.

How much does a Mauritanian visa cost ?

The Mauritanian visa costs $45 for Africans and Asians and $60 for Europeans.

Is Schengen visa valid for Romania ?

Yes, you can visit Romania with a Schengen visa.

3 Visas of Mauritania found

Tourist Visa from South Africa to Mauritania

Visas of Mauritania, Visa, Tourist visa

Pretoria

This visa is for travelers with the intention of visiting Mauritania for sightseeing, relaxation and recreation. The tourist visa also doubles as a visitor visa. Holders of this visa are neither allowed to work nor study while in the country. Vaccination against hepatitis A and B, rabies, tetanus and polio is highly recommended. Yellow ever vaccination certificate is required. Minors are expected to be in possession of the original copy of their birth certificate. A letter of invitation from your host in the country is required. The letter should contain a valid means of identification of your host as well as your host’s home address You are expected to abide by the rules of your visa. At the expiry of your visa, you are to leave the country at the expiry of your visa. Receipt of paid visa application fees is required. Avoid taking tap water. There is a huge possibility that the water is contaminated. The visa is valid for 90 days.

Business Visa from South Africa to Mauritania

Visas of Mauritania, Visa, Business visa

Pretoria

This visa allows business-oriented travelers perform their business activities in the country without restriction. Applicants of this visa do so with the intention of visiting the country to attend business meetings, sign and negotiate contracts. Holders of this visa can attend conferences, trade fairs and business lectures. A letter of invitation from the company you are meeting with in Mauritania should be provided. The duration and purpose of your visit in the country should be stated in the letter. Letter from your current employer stating that your business leave is approved. The duration of your leave should be stated in the letter. Proof of paid visa application fee should be provided. If you are under the age of 18, you are expected to provide a copy of your birth certificate. It is recommended that you are vaccinated against hepatitis A and B, rabies, tetanus and polio. If you are traveling with your spouse, the original copy of your marriage certificate should be tendered. Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required. The visa is valid for 90 days.

Visa from South Africa to Mauritania

Visas of Mauritania, Visa-Free, Visa

Pretoria

South African passport holders can stay visa free in Mauritania for a period of 3 months.  Intending visitors can visit on a tourist or business visa.  South Africans can enter Mauritania on a visa on arrival visa status.  Your visa is valid for a maximum of 12 months and allowed only a single entry.  Your passport must be valid for six months before entry into the country.  Before entry into Mauritania, you must present 2 passport photographs, flight itinerary and a certificate of yellow fever vaccination. 

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96 hours Visa

96-hour Visa

A-1 (Diplomatic Visa)

Airport Transit Visa

Airport Transit Visa (ATV)

B - 1(Business visa)

B - 2(Tourist visa)

B-1 (Business Visa)

B-1 (Business Visitor) Visa

B-2 (Tourism and Medical Treatment) Visa

B-2 (Tourist Visa)

B1 (Business)

B1 (Business) visa.

B1(Business) visa

B2 (Tourist)

B2 (Tourist) visa.

B2(Tourist) visa

Basic and Youth Study

Business (B-1)

Business (B-1) Visa

Business B-1 visa

Business visa

C (Transit)

Child Student Visa

Child Student Visa (Tier 4)

Crew visa

Crewmember Visa

Critical Skills

Cultural Visit

D (Crewmembers)

Embassy

Employment visa

Engineer Visa

Entertainer Visa

Essential Skills Work Visa

Establishment Card

Exceptional Talent (Tier 1)

Exceptional Talent Visa (Tier 1)

Exchange visa

Exchange Visitor Visa

F-1 (Academic and Language Students)

F-1 (Student Visa)

Folk High Schools

General Student Visa (Tier 4)

General Work Visa (Tier 2)

Government Authorized Exchange Visa (Tier 5)

Guest Researcher

H-1 (Temporary Workers Visa)

H-2A (Temporary Workers - Seasonal Agricultural)

H-2A (Visa for Agricultural Workers)

H-2B (Temporary Workers - non-Agricultural)

H-3 (Special Education Visitors Visa)

Herdsman and Farm Manager

Higher Education Programmes

I (Media and Journalist Visa)

Intra-Company Transfer

Intra-company Transfer (Tier 2) Visa

Intra-Company Transfer Visa (Tier 2)

Investor/Business Manager Visa

Invitation

J (Exchange Visitor)

J-1 (Exchange Visitor Visa)

J1

J2

Journalist visa

L (Intra-Company Transfers)

L-1 (Intracompany Transfers Visa)

Long stay

Long stay visa

Long Term Visa