Mauritanian citizens must obtain a visa before travel through a Libyan embassy or consulate. Visa on arrival is only issued in exceptional conditions.
Last verified: 2026-02-06
At a glance
Max stay 90 days
Passport validity Passport valid for at least 6 months.
Entry type Visa required
Onward ticket Recommended
Entry requirements
- Libya only grants visa-free access to Jordan and Tunisia nationals.
- You must obtain a visa referral note from the Passport and Immigration Office in Tripoli.
- You must provide two passport-sized photographs, completed application form, and proof of visa fee payment (£200 for single-entry visitor visa).
- All short-stay visitors must register with police within one week of arrival.
Stay
Typically up to 90 days for tourist visa.
Passport
Passport valid for at least 6 months.
Visa process is complex; contact Libyan embassy well in advance. All visitors must register with police within one week.
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