🇦🇩Andorra

🇲🇷MauritaniaAD-MR

Andorra to Mauritania visa requirements

Q: Where do I apply for the Mauritania eVisa?

Through the official ANRPTS portal at anrpts.gov.mr. Avoid third-party sites that add service fees.

Q: How much does the eVisa cost?

The official form offers 30, 90 and 360 day durations. GOV.UK says travelers pay visa fees on arrival, so confirm the amount shown by the official application and arrival instructions.

Q: Can I just get a visa on arrival in Nouakchott?

No. GOV.UK states visa on arrival is no longer possible. Complete the eVisa form before you travel.

Q: How long does eVisa processing take?

Typically about 3-14 days. Apply at least 2-4 weeks before your trip to be safe.

Q: Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply to Mauritania?

No. Mauritania is in Northwest Africa and is not part of the Schengen area, so those rules do not apply.

Andorran (AD) ordinary passport holders need an eVisa to visit Mauritania for tourism. Since 5 January 2025, Mauritania requires a mandatory electronic visa obtained online before boarding; Andorra is not on the visa-exempt list. Andorra holds an ordinary passport that is not among the small group of nationalities granted visa-free entry to Mauritania. Mauritania is in West/Northwest Africa and has no connection to the Schengen area, so Schengen 90/180 and ETIAS rules do not apply. Since 5 January 2025 Mauritania operates a mandatory electronic visa (eVisa) administered by the National Agency for the Population Register and Secure Titles (ANRPTS) via the official portal anrpts.gov.mr. Visa-required travelers, including Andorrans, must complete the eVisa form online before travel; GOV.UK warns that visa on arrival is no longer possible. The official ANRPTS application currently offers 30, 90, and 360 day visa-duration choices, not 30/60/90 days. Travelers pay visa fees on arrival after the online application is accepted/checked, so do not describe the route as an online card-payment flow. Apply well in advance, print or save the eVisa/approval evidence, and use only the official ANRPTS portal to avoid third-party markups.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-17

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-17

Visa type

eVisa (electronic tourist visa, ANRPTS)

Maximum stay

30, 90 or 360 days (selectable on official form)

per entry

Entries

Single, double or multiple (selectable)

from issue date

Visa fee

Paid on arrival; amount depends on selected visa duration/type

consular fee only

Processing time

approx. 3-14 days (apply 2-4 weeks ahead)

standard track

Validity

Issued for the selected stay period; enter before the validity expires

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm eligibility and passport validity

Verify your Andorran ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended entry date with at least one blank page. Andorra is not visa-exempt, so an eVisa is required.

· 6+ months validity· Ordinary passport

/02

Open the official ANRPTS eVisa portal

Go to the official Mauritania eVisa site operated by the National Agency for the Population Register and Secure Titles (ANRPTS) at anrpts.gov.mr. Avoid unofficial agents that add fees.

· anrpts.gov.mr· Official portal only

/03

Complete the application and upload documents

Fill in personal and travel details, then upload a passport bio-page scan and a digital passport photo. Select your stay duration (30, 90 or 360 days) and entry type as prompted.

· Passport scan· Photo

/04

Prepare to pay the visa fee on arrival

GOV.UK states travelers must pay visa fees on arrival after completing the eVisa form before travel. Keep payment cash/card options flexible and follow the approval instructions.

· Pay on arrival· Keep receipt

/05

Wait for approval and download the eVisa

Processing usually takes about 3-14 days. Once approved, download and print the eVisa PDF. Apply at least 2-4 weeks before travel.

· Print eVisa PDF

/06

Travel and present the eVisa at boarding and entry

Carry the printed eVisa; airlines check it at check-in/boarding, and immigration verifies it on arrival in Nouakchott. Have proof of accommodation and onward travel ready.

· Show at check-in· Show on arrival

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Andorra -> Mauritania · eVisa (electronic tourist visa, ANRPTS)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredAndorran ordinary passport valid 6+ months with a blank page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredApproved Mauritania eVisa (printed PDF)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredDigital passport-style photo for the application

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredScan of passport bio-data page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RecommendedProof of onward or return travel

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host details)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedSufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RecommendedYellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from/transiting an endemic area)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedTravel/medical insurance

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

OptionalSome EUR/USD cash for incidentals

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

optional

RequiredOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

Official sourcesANRPTS Mauritania official eVisa application GOV.UK - Mauritania entry requirements Who should apply - ETIAS - European Union

Application link included: ANRPTS Mauritania official eVisa application

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

eVisa fee (30-day option)Paid on arrivalComplete the eVisa form before travel; pay visa fees on arrival per GOV.UK guidance

Longer stay / multiple entry surchargeVariesOfficial form offers 30, 90 and 360 day durations; amount depends on selection and entry type

Total estimatePaid on arrival — Varies by visa duration/typeincl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Official ANRPTS eVisa (online)

approx. 3-14 days

Apply at anrpts.gov.mr before travel; required by airlines to board. Apply 2-4 weeks ahead.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Andorra is not visa-exempt for Mauritania

Only a short list of mainly West/North African nationalities enter visa-free; Andorra is not among them.

High

/02

Mandatory eVisa since 5 January 2025

Mauritania requires all visa nationals to obtain an eVisa online before boarding; embassies no longer issue visas.

High

/03

No Schengen/ETIAS relevance

Mauritania is in Northwest Africa and outside the Schengen area, so the 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.

Medium

/04

Visa on arrival no longer available

GOV.UK states visa on arrival is no longer possible; complete the eVisa form before travel.

Medium

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-06-19

Reviewed by Claude Code

Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.

2026-05-30 · major

AD to Mauritania route verified

Confirmed mandatory eVisa for Andorran ordinary passport holders via ANRPTS (anrpts.gov.mr), effective since 5 January 2025; visa on arrival exists but is not reliable for air travel. Verified against FDFA, Serbian MFA, and Nouakchott airport sources.

2026-06-17 · major

Corrected Mauritania eVisa duration and payment details

Updated the official eVisa duration choices to 30/90/360 days, changed payment wording from online card payment to visa fees paid on arrival, removed visa-on-arrival fallback claims, and corrected ETIAS/U.S. VWP related notes.

/09 — The questions