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Japan to Mauritania visa requirements

Japanese passport holders need a visa for Mauritania. Since 5 January 2025, the standard route is the official eVisa (electronic pre-authorization): you complete the online application before boarding and pay the fee on arrival. Visa on arrival without prior online registration is no longer the normal channel. A Japan ordinary passport is NOT visa-exempt for Mauritania (only a handful of African neighbors enjoy visa-free access, plus diplomatic/service passport holders of certain countries). As of 5 January 2025, Mauritania operates an eVisa system run by the Agence Nationale du Registre des Populations et des Titres Sécurisés (ANRPTS). Visa-required nationals, including Japanese citizens, must complete the online application and obtain the electronic confirmation BEFORE boarding their flight; the confirmation is presented at check-in and at immigration, where the fee is paid (cash in EUR or USD). Mauritanian embassies have stopped issuing visas and now redirect applicants to the online portal. The most common tourist option is a single-entry, 30-day eVisa costing 55 EUR / 60 USD, with 90-day and 360-day options also offered. Passport must be valid at least 6 months on entry with one blank page. Proof of yellow fever vaccination is mandatory. Mauritania is in West/North-West Africa and is NOT part of the Schengen area, so Schengen 90/180 and ETIAS rules do not apply.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
eVisa (online pre-authorization; fee paid on arrival)
Maximum stay
30 days (single entry); 90-day and 360-day options also available
per entry
Entries
Single entry (standard tourist option)
from issue date
Visa fee
55 EUR / 60 USD for 30 days (paid in cash on arrival)
consular fee only
Processing time
Typically 1-3 business days for the online confirmation
standard track
Validity
Valid for entry within the period stated on the eVisa; passport must be valid 6+ months
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity and yellow fever proof
Ensure your Japanese passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond entry with one blank page, and obtain a yellow fever vaccination certificate, which is mandatory for entry.
· 6 months validity· Yellow fever certificate
/02
Open the official ANRPTS eVisa portal
Go to the government eVisa site at anrpts.gov.mr/visa/requestvisa and start a new visa request. Do not use unofficial intermediary sites.
· anrpts.gov.mr
/03
Complete the application form
Enter personal and passport details, select tourism as the purpose, choose duration (30/90/360 days), number of entries, arrival date, and your address in Mauritania.
· Tourism purpose· Choose 30 days
/04
Upload supporting documents
Upload a color passport photo (480x640 px, under 400 KB, taken within 6 months) and a clear scanned color copy of your passport bio page (under 1 MB).
· Photo 480x640 px· Passport scan
/05
Submit and receive confirmation
Submit the request and wait for the electronic confirmation/approval (commonly 1-3 business days). Print the confirmation page.
· Print confirmation
/06
Present at boarding and pay on arrival
Show the printed confirmation at airline check-in, then present it at immigration in Mauritania where you pay the visa fee in cash (EUR or USD) in clean notes.
· Pay in EUR/USD cash· Exact amount
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Japan -> Mauritania · eVisa (online pre-authorization; fee paid on arrival)
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredJapanese passport valid 6+ months beyond entry
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one blank passport page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved eVisa / online confirmation printout
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredDigital passport photo (480x640 px, color)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredScanned color copy of passport bio page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCash for fee in EUR or USD (clean notes)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredAddress / accommodation details in Mauritania
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedReturn or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedTravel insurance covering the stay
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.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesVisa policy of Mauritania - WikipediaANRPTS Official Mauritania eVisa PortalU.S. Department of State - Mauritania International Travel Information
Application link included: Visa policy of Mauritania - Wikipedia
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
eVisa fee (30 days, single entry)55 EURPaid in cash on arrival; approx. 60 USD equivalent
eVisa fee (90 days)approx. 100 EURLonger-stay option; confirm exact amount on the portal
Yellow fever vaccinationvariesObtained in Japan before travel; cost depends on clinic
Total estimate55 EUR — 100 EURincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Online eVisa application (ANRPTS portal)
1-3 business days
Apply online before boarding; print the confirmation and pay the fee on arrival. This is the official current channel.
Embassy/consulate application
No longer available
Mauritanian embassies stopped issuing visas as of mid-2025 and redirect applicants to the online eVisa portal.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Japan is not on Mauritania's visa-exempt list
Only a small set of mostly West/North African countries are visa-free for ordinary passports; Japan is not among them.
High
/02
eVisa rollout from January 2025
Since 5 January 2025 visa-required nationals must complete the eVisa online before boarding.
High
/03
Embassies no longer issue paper visas
As of mid-2025 Mauritanian embassies redirect applicants to the online portal, making the eVisa the de facto route.
Medium
/04
Yellow fever requirement
Travelers without a valid yellow fever certificate can be denied entry or vaccinated at the border.
Medium
/05
Passport validity under 6 months
Entry may be refused if the passport has under 6 months remaining validity.
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
Japan to Mauritania route verified
Confirmed Japan ordinary passport requires an eVisa for Mauritania; eVisa system in force since 5 January 2025, embassies no longer issue visas, 30-day single-entry fee 55 EUR / 60 USD paid on arrival, yellow fever mandatory.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Japanese citizens still get a visa on arrival in Mauritania?—
The classic visa on arrival without prior registration is no longer the normal channel. Since January 2025 you must complete the eVisa online before boarding and then pay the fee on arrival, presenting your printed confirmation.
How much does the Mauritania eVisa cost for a Japanese traveler?+
Where is the official Mauritania eVisa website?+
Is a yellow fever vaccination required?+
Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply to Mauritania?+
How long can I stay on a tourist eVisa?+
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