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Finland to Mauritania visa requirements

Q: Where do I apply for the Mauritania eVisa?

On the official ANRPTS portal at anrpts.gov.mr. Avoid third-party sites that request online payment; the official portal does not charge online.

Q: How much does the eVisa cost and how do I pay?

The fee is 55 EUR / 60 USD for a 30-day single-entry visa, paid in exact cash (euros or US dollars) on arrival. No change or receipts are given.

Q: Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?

Yes. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry to Mauritania.

Q: How long does processing take?

Officially about 7-14 business days, but waits can be longer. Apply at least one month before travel.

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

No. Mauritania is not in the Schengen area, so neither the Schengen 90/180 short-stay rule nor ETIAS applies to this trip.

Finnish passport holders need an eVisa for Mauritania, applied for online before travel via the official ANRPTS portal. Visa-on-arrival was discontinued on 5 January 2025. As of 30 May 2026, Finland (FI) ordinary passport holders cannot travel to Mauritania visa-free and can no longer obtain a visa on arrival. Since 5 January 2025 Mauritania has operated a mandatory electronic visa (eVisa) system run by the National Agency for the Population Register and Secure Titles (ANRPTS) at anrpts.gov.mr. All visa-required nationals, including Finns, must apply online and receive an eVisa approval before boarding their flight. Finland is not on Mauritania's visa-exempt list (which covers certain neighbouring African states and a few bilateral diplomatic/service-passport arrangements). The standard tourist eVisa is a single-entry permit valid for a 30-day stay; 90-day and 360-day options exist on the application form. The fee, commonly cited as 55 euro / 60 USD, is paid in exact cash on arrival rather than online; if a site asks for online payment it is a third-party agent, not the official portal. A passport valid at least six months with a blank page, a digital photo, proof of funds, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate are required. Processing officially runs about 7-14 business days, though travellers report longer waits, so apply at least a month ahead. Mauritania is not in the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Electronic visa (eVisa) - apply online before travel

Maximum stay

30 days (single entry); 90-day and 360-day options available

per entry

Entries

Single entry (standard tourist eVisa)

from issue date

Visa fee

55 EUR / 60 USD, paid in exact cash on arrival

consular fee only

Processing time

Approx. 7-14 business days (apply 1 month ahead)

standard track

Validity

Enter within the validity window stated on the eVisa; stay up to the granted duration

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you need an eVisa

Finland is not on Mauritania's visa-exempt list, and visa-on-arrival ended on 5 January 2025, so an eVisa obtained before departure is mandatory.

· Mandatory· Before travel

/02

Prepare your documents

Scan your passport (valid 6+ months with a blank page), a recent digital passport photo, proof of sufficient funds, and your yellow fever vaccination certificate.

· Passport 6+ months· Yellow fever certificate

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Apply on the official ANRPTS portal

Go to anrpts.gov.mr, complete the online form, select purpose 'Tourisme' and your stay duration (e.g. 30 days), and upload your documents. Do not pay any fee online.

· anrpts.gov.mr· Official site only

/04

Wait for approval

Processing typically takes 7-14 business days but can run longer; apply at least one month before travel.

· 7-14 business days

/05

Download and print your eVisa

Once approved, save and print the eVisa confirmation to present when boarding and on arrival.

· Print confirmation

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Pay the fee in cash on arrival

At Nouakchott airport, pay the 55 EUR / 60 USD fee in exact cash (euros or US dollars). No change or receipts are given.

· Exact cash· No change given

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items

Personalized checklist

Finland -> Mauritania · Electronic visa (eVisa) - apply online before travel

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond entry with a blank page

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

required

RequiredApproved eVisa printed (applied via anrpts.gov.mr)

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

required

RequiredRecent digital passport-style photo

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

required

RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate

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

required

RequiredExact cash for the visa fee (55 EUR / 60 USD)

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

required

RequiredProof of sufficient funds for the stay

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

required

RecommendedReturn or onward flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of accommodation / address in Mauritania

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

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 sourcesVisa policy of Mauritania - Wikipedia ANRPTS official eVisa application portal Finland Ministry for Foreign Affairs - Mauritania travel documents

Application link included: Visa policy of Mauritania - Wikipedia

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

eVisa fee (30-day, single entry)55 EUR / 60 USDPaid in exact cash on arrival; no online payment on official portal

Yellow fever vaccinationVaries by clinicMandatory certificate; cost depends on provider in Finland

Third-party agent service (optional)VariableNot required; official ANRPTS application is free to submit online

Total estimate55 EUR — 60 USD (approx. 55 EUR) plus vaccination/agent costsincl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard ANRPTS eVisa processing

7-14 business days

Official online processing; apply at least one month ahead as waits can be longer.

Expedited / agent-assisted

Varies

Third-party agents may offer faster handling for a fee, but approval still depends on ANRPTS.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Finland not visa-exempt

Finland is not on Mauritania's short list of visa-exempt nationalities, so a visa is required for tourism.

High

/02

Visa-on-arrival discontinued

Since 5 January 2025 visa-on-arrival is no longer issued; an eVisa must be obtained before boarding.

High

/03

Embassies no longer issue visas

As of June 2025 Mauritanian embassies redirect applicants to the online eVisa portal.

Medium

/04

Mandatory health entry requirement

A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry.

Medium

/05

Cash-only fee on arrival

The fee is collected in exact cash at the airport, not online, so travellers must carry euros or dollars.

Low

/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

2026-05-30 · major

Finland to Mauritania route verified

Confirmed eVisa requirement for Finnish passport holders; visa-on-arrival discontinued 5 Jan 2025, applications via official ANRPTS portal, 55 EUR/60 USD fee paid on arrival.

/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can a Finnish citizen still get a visa on arrival in Mauritania?—

No. Visa-on-arrival was discontinued on 5 January 2025. Finnish travellers must apply for an eVisa online via anrpts.gov.mr before boarding their flight.

Where do I apply for the Mauritania eVisa?+

How much does the eVisa cost and how do I pay?+

Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?+

How long does processing take?+

Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply?+

/11 — Passport tools