Mauritania to Algeria visa requirements
Mauritanian citizens enjoy visa-free access to Algeria for up to 90 days under the Arab Maghreb Union (AMU) bilateral agreement.
Last verified: 2026-02-06
At a glance
What Mauritania travellers need to know
If you hold a Mauritania passport and plan to visit Algeria for tourism, current guidance indicates you need visa-free.
Mauritanian citizens enjoy visa-free access to Algeria for up to 90 days under the Arab Maghreb Union (AMU) bilateral agreement.
Typical stay guidance: Visa-free stay valid for up to 3 months (90 days).
Passport rule: Passport valid for at least 6 months.
This visa-free arrangement is well-established under AMU agreements. Always confirm current requirements before travel.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Mauritania to Algeria.
Entry requirements
- Mauritania and Algeria are both members of the Arab Maghreb Union (AMU), which provides reciprocal visa-free access.
- Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- You may be asked to show proof of sufficient funds and return/onward ticket.
Stay
Visa-free stay valid for up to 3 months (90 days).
This visa-free arrangement is well-established under AMU agreements. Always confirm current requirements before travel.
How to prepare (Mauritania → Algeria)
- 1
Confirm Algeria still lists Mauritania as visa-free for your travel dates.
- 2
Check passport validity, blank pages, and any yellow-fever or health rules.
- 3
Book return/onward travel and accommodation you can show at the border if asked.
- 4
Carry proof of funds for your stay in Algeria.
- 5
Keep digital and paper copies of your passport bio page and bookings.
Documents checklist
- Valid Mauritania passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Algeria
- Proof of funds: May be required (proof of sufficient funds).
- Onward travel: May be required (return/onward ticket).
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Mauritania citizens need a visa for Algeria?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-06), Mauritania travellers need visa-free for tourism to Algeria. Mauritanian citizens enjoy visa-free access to Algeria for up to 90 days under the Arab Maghreb Union (AMU) bilateral agreement.
How long can I stay in Algeria on a Mauritania passport?
Visa-free stay valid for up to 3 months (90 days).
What documents should Mauritania travellers carry to Algeria?
At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Check whether yellow fever or other health certificates apply to your route.
Where can I verify Algeria entry rules officially?
Start with: Arab Maghreb Union bilateral agreement. Requirements can change without notice.
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This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.