Mauritania to Sudan visa requirements
Mauritanian citizens must obtain a visa from a Sudanese embassy or consulate before travel. No eVisa or visa on arrival available.
Last verified: 2026-02-06
At a glance
What Mauritania travellers need to know
If you hold a Mauritania passport and plan to visit Sudan for tourism, current guidance indicates you need a visa in advance.
Mauritanian citizens must obtain a visa from a Sudanese embassy or consulate before travel. No eVisa or visa on arrival available.
Typical stay guidance: Typically 30-90 days depending on visa type granted.
Passport rule: Passport valid for at least 6 months.
Contact nearest Sudanese embassy well in advance for visa application procedures.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Mauritania to Sudan.
Entry requirements
- Only 5 countries have visa-free access (Egypt, Kuwait, Qatar, UAE, Yemen).
- No eVisa or visa on arrival available for Mauritanian citizens.
- Visa must be obtained from Sudanese embassy/consulate before travel.
Stay
Typically 30-90 days depending on visa type granted.
Contact nearest Sudanese embassy well in advance for visa application procedures.
How to prepare (Mauritania → Sudan)
- 1
Find the Sudan embassy, consulate, or visa centre that serves applicants in Mauritania (or your country of residence).
- 2
Book an appointment and download the current tourist-visa checklist.
- 3
Prepare passport, photos, itinerary, invitation/hotel proof, bank statements, and forms.
- 4
Submit biometrics/fees and track the application until the passport is returned.
- 5
Only buy non-refundable tickets after the visa is granted, unless your airline allows flexible holds.
Documents checklist
- Valid Mauritania passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Sudan
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
- Completed visa application form and supporting checklist documents
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Mauritania citizens need a visa for Sudan?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-06), Mauritania travellers need a visa in advance for tourism to Sudan. Mauritanian citizens must obtain a visa from a Sudanese embassy or consulate before travel. No eVisa or visa on arrival available.
How long can I stay in Sudan on a Mauritania passport?
Typically 30-90 days depending on visa type granted.
What documents should Mauritania travellers carry to Sudan?
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 Sudan entry rules officially?
Start with: Embassies.net — Sudan Visa Exemption. 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.