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Mauritanian citizens (as African Union members) are exempt from Kenya's eTA requirement and can enter visa-free for up to 60 days.

Last verified: 2026-02-06

At a glance

Max stay 60 days
Passport validity Passport valid for at least 6 months with one blank page.
Entry type Visa-free
Onward ticket May be required (return/onward ticket).

Entry requirements

  • As of January 2024, Kenya requires eTA for most visitors BUT Mauritanian citizens are exempt.
  • African Union member citizens can enter visa-free for up to 60 days.
  • Your passport must have at least 6 months validity and one blank page.
  • Yellow Fever vaccination certificate required (Mauritania is on endemic countries list).
  • You may be asked to show hotel booking confirmation or invitation letter, and proof of sufficient funds.

Stay

African Union members can stay visa-free for up to 60 days.

Passport

Passport valid for at least 6 months with one blank page.

Health — Yellow fever

Yellow Fever vaccination certificate required (Mauritania is endemic country).

Mauritanian citizens benefit from visa-free access as AU members. No eTA required.

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