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Mauritania Visa for United Kingdom Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

UK citizens must obtain an e-visa before travel to Mauritania; apply online at https://www.mauritania.mr/; fees, processing times and stay limits are published on the official portal and vary by category.

Guide last updated September 5, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport validity must be at least six months from the date of entry, and the passport should have at least one blank page.
  • Specific forms: there are no offline pre-entry forms; complete the Mauritania e-visa online via the official portal.
  • Financial proof: there is no explicit bank statement requirement published for the e-visa; ensure you can fund your stay and have accessible funds.
  • Accommodation and return ticket: proof of onward/return travel and confirmed accommodation may be requested during the application process or upon arrival; have confirmed plans ready.
  • Photo specification: upload a recent color passport-style photo during the online application; ensure it meets Mauritania’s photo requirements (clear image, plain background).
  • Biometrics: biometrics are not collected separately for the online e-visa; if required, you will be instructed during the application.
  • Travel health insurance: recommended but not mandatory for the e-visa.

Visa types

  • Tourist e-visa:
  • Official name: Tourist e-visa
  • Validity: as published on the portal
  • Max stay: as published on the portal
  • Entry: Single-entry
  • Approx. fee: shown during the online application
  • Business e-visa:
  • Official name: Business e-visa
  • Validity: as published on the portal
  • Max stay: as published on the portal
  • Entry: Single-entry
  • Approx. fee: shown during the online application
  • Note: Additional categories may be available on the portal; check the official site for exact details.

How to apply online

  • 1. Go to the official Mauritania e-visa portal: https://www.mauritania.mr/
  • 2. Create an account or log in
  • 3. Complete the online application form with your personal details, passport information and travel plans
  • 4. Upload required documents (digital photo, passport scan, travel details)
  • 5. Pay the e-visa fee online (local currency and USD options shown on the portal)
  • 6. Receive the e-visa decision by email and print a copy to carry during travel
  • 7. Present the e-visa approval on arrival alongside your passport

Fees & processing time

  • Visa fee: shown on the official portal; amounts are displayed in local currency and USD equivalents and vary by category
  • VFS/BLS service fees: not applicable for the online e-visa; you pay only the official e-visa fee through the portal
  • Total cost: depends on visa category and duration; consult the portal for the exact figure
  • Standard processing time: published on the portal; express/priority options, if available, will be shown during the application

Tips for United Kingdom travelers

  • Apply well in advance of travel; processing times vary and are published on the official portal
  • Common rejection reasons for UK applicants: passport validity less than six months, mismatched travel details or documents, incomplete application, or insufficient funds when requested
  • The Mauritania e-visa process is online; no separate in-person application center is required for standard cases; use the official portal to avoid third-party fees
  • Check the UK government travel advisories for Mauritania before and during travel
  • Extension options inside Mauritania: extensions beyond the approved stay are not guaranteed and should be arranged with Mauritanian authorities; consult the official portal for any extension possibilities

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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