Mauritania Visa Requirements for Canadian citizens in 2025

Last Updated: Jan. 17, 2025, 2:12 p.m.

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Mauritania

1) E-Visa

Canadian passport holders planning a visit to Mauritania for tourism purposes do not need a traditional visa for short durations. Instead, an electronic travel authorization (eTA or eVisa) must be acquired prior to entry. Explore our comprehensive guides on eVisas for more details.

Entry Requirement

Danger
Allowed Stay

unknown

Purpose of Travel

Tourist

Further Notes

  • As of Jan 5th 2025 will be able to apply for an e-Visa.
  • e-Visa available for 30, 60 or 90 days duration.
  • After getting the visa approval a QR code has to be printed, presented to the security personnel and fees must be paid upon arrival in Mauritania cost of USD 60 for a 30 days e-visa.

Reference Links

https://anrpts.gov.mr/en

General Information about Mauritania

  • Name (Common): Mauritania
  • Name (Official): Islamic Republic of Mauritania
  • Population: 4649660
  • Area: 1030700
  • Capital: Nouakchott
  • Currency: Mauritanian ouguiya
  • Language: Arabic
  • Calling Code: +2
  • Region: Africa
  • Subregion: Western Africa

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, a visa is required for Canadian citizens. Canada passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online.

Yes, a visa is required for Canadian citizens. Canada passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online. Options include: E-Visa.

Yes, Canadian citizens can travel to Mauritania, but an E-Visa is required.

The maximum length of stay in Mauritania with E-Visa is unknown. Canadian citizens must leave the country within the specified period.

Overstaying an E-Visa in Mauritania can result in fines, penalties, and potentially being banned from entering Mauritania in the future. It is important to comply with the length of stay specified with the visa and leave the country within the allotted time.
Travel Advisory for Mauritania

Advisory Message: Mauritania has a current risk level of 3.8 (out of 5). We advise: Please reconsider your need to travel to Mauritania.
Score: 3.8
Source: https://www.travel-advisory.info/mauritania
Last Updated Aug. 13, 2024, 8:21 a.m.