Somalia to Mauritania visa requirements
Somali passport holders require a Mauritania visa; apply online for an eVisa before travel.
Last verified: 2026-03-11
At a glance
What Somalia travellers need to know
If you hold a Somalia passport and plan to visit Mauritania for tourism, current guidance indicates you need eVisa.
Somali passport holders require a Mauritania visa; apply online for an eVisa before travel.
Typical stay guidance: Permitted stay depends on visa type issued.
Passport rule: Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
Confirm current eVisa eligibility and fees with Mauritania ANRPTS before applying.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Somalia to Mauritania.
Entry requirements
- Mauritania requires Somali citizens to obtain a visa; apply online through the ANRPTS eVisa portal (anrpts.gov.mr) before travel.
- Somalia is listed among VOA-eligible nationalities when visiting Somalia (AIC); for Somali citizens entering Mauritania, eVisa is typically required.
- Required: valid passport (6+ months), application form, photos, and supporting documents.
- Processing times vary; apply before travel.
Stay
Permitted stay depends on visa type issued.
Confirm current eVisa eligibility and fees with Mauritania ANRPTS before applying.
How to prepare (Somalia → Mauritania)
- 1
Apply on the official Mauritania eVisa portal before you travel.
- 2
Upload a clear passport scan and any supporting documents the form requests.
- 3
Pay the fee online and save the approval PDF/email.
- 4
Check processing time and apply early enough for your departure date.
- 5
Carry a printed and phone copy of the approved eVisa to the airport.
Documents checklist
- Valid Somalia passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Mauritania
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
- Onward travel: Return or onward ticket may be required.
- Printed/digital copy of your approved eVisa or travel authorisation
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Somalia citizens need a visa for Mauritania?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-03-11), Somalia travellers need eVisa for tourism to Mauritania. Somali passport holders require a Mauritania visa; apply online for an eVisa before travel.
How long can I stay in Mauritania on a Somalia passport?
Permitted stay depends on visa type issued.
What documents should Somalia travellers carry to Mauritania?
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 Mauritania entry rules officially?
Start with: Mauritania ANRPTS — eVisa request; UK Government travel advice — Mauritania entry requirements. 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.