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South Korea to Mauritania visa requirements

Q: Where do I apply for the Mauritania e-Visa?

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

Q: How much does the e-Visa cost and when do I pay?

The standard 30-day tourist e-Visa is about EUR 55 / USD 60. You pay nothing online; the fee is collected in exact cash (EUR or USD) on arrival, with no change given.

Q: How long does processing take?

Usually a few business days, but it can take up to 1-2 weeks. Apply at least 2-4 weeks before departure.

Q: Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?

Yes. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry to Mauritania, alongside the e-Visa.

Q: How long can I stay on the tourist e-Visa?

The standard tourist e-Visa allows up to 30 days. Longer 90/360/720-day options exist, and extensions are possible at local immigration offices for a fee.

South Korean ordinary passport holders need an e-Visa to visit Mauritania for tourism. Apply online via the official ANRPTS portal before traveling; visa-on-arrival was discontinued on 5 January 2025. As of 2026, South Korea is not among the small group of nationalities (mostly West/North African neighbors) granted visa-free entry to Mauritania. Since 5 January 2025, Mauritania has required a pre-arrival electronic visa (e-Visa) for all visa-required nationalities, and visa-on-arrival at Nouakchott airport and land borders is no longer issued. Mauritanian embassies stopped issuing visas around mid-2025 and now refer applicants to the e-Visa portal. South Korean travelers must therefore apply online through the National Agency for the Population Register and Secure Titles (ANRPTS) at anrpts.gov.mr, upload a passport scan and photo, and present a printed e-Visa with QR code on arrival. The standard 30-day tourist e-Visa fee is approximately EUR 55 / USD 60, paid in exact cash in EUR or USD on arrival (no online payment, no change given). Processing typically takes a few business days but can extend to 1-2 weeks, so applying well ahead of travel is advised. A passport valid at least six months beyond the stay and a yellow fever vaccination certificate are required.

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

Electronic visa (e-Visa), tourist/short visit

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days (90/360/720-day options also available)

per entry

Entries

Single entry (standard tourist e-Visa)

from issue date

Visa fee

Approx. EUR 55 / USD 60 (30-day), paid in cash on arrival

consular fee only

Processing time

A few business days, up to 1-2 weeks

standard track

Validity

e-Visa valid for entry within the issued window; 30-day stay

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport validity

Ensure your South Korean ordinary passport is valid for at least six months beyond your intended date of entry and has at least one blank page.

· 6 months validity· Ordinary passport

/02

Open the official ANRPTS e-Visa portal

Go to anrpts.gov.mr/visa/requestvisa, the Mauritanian government's official e-Visa system. Avoid third-party agents charging mark-ups.

· Official portal only

/03

Complete the application and upload documents

Fill in personal and passport details, choose the tourist visa and 30-day duration, and upload a clear passport bio-page scan and a recent passport photo.

· Passport scan· Photo

/04

Submit and await approval

Submit the application. No payment is taken online. Approval is typically issued within a few business days, occasionally up to 1-2 weeks.

· No online payment· 3-14 days

/05

Print the approved e-Visa

Download and print the approved e-Visa containing the QR code. Carry the printed copy for boarding and entry.

· Print with QR code

/06

Pay the fee in cash on arrival

On arrival in Mauritania present the printed e-Visa and pay the fee in exact cash in EUR or USD. No change or receipts are given.

· Exact cash EUR/USD

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

South Korea -> Mauritania · Electronic visa (e-Visa), tourist/short visit

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredSouth Korean passport valid 6+ months beyond stay

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 e-Visa printout with QR code

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

required

RequiredDigital passport bio-page scan (for application)

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

required

RequiredRecent 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 in EUR or USD for the visa fee on arrival

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

required

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay

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

recommended

RecommendedReturn or onward ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedHotel booking or accommodation details

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

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 - Wikipedia ANRPTS Official e-Visa Portal (Mauritania)ANRPTS - Procedures for obtaining an entry visa

Application link included: Visa policy of Mauritania - Wikipedia

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist e-Visa (30 days)EUR 55 / USD 60Standard rate for most non-African/Arab nationalities; paid in cash on arrival

Tourist e-Visa (90 days)Higher tier (varies)Longer-stay option priced above the 30-day fee

Yellow fever vaccinationVaries by clinicRequired certificate; cost depends on provider in South Korea

Total estimateEUR 55 / USD 60 — USD 80+incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard e-Visa processing

A few business days

Typical turnaround after online submission via ANRPTS.

Extended/peak processing

Up to 1-2 weeks

Apply at least 2-4 weeks before travel to allow for delays.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

South Korea not on visa-exempt list

Only a small set of West/North African neighbors (e.g., Senegal, Mali, Tunisia, Algeria) enjoy visa-free entry; South Korea is not among them.

High

/02

Visa-on-arrival discontinued

Since 5 January 2025 Mauritania no longer issues visas on arrival; a pre-arrival e-Visa is mandatory.

High

/03

Embassies stopped issuing visas

Around mid-2025 Mauritanian embassies ceased issuing paper visas and now direct applicants to the online e-Visa system.

Medium

/04

Mandatory e-Visa before boarding

Airlines require a valid e-Visa printout before allowing boarding to Mauritania.

High

/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

South Korea to Mauritania route verified

Confirmed via Wikipedia visa policy and ANRPTS that South Korean ordinary passport holders require a pre-arrival e-Visa; visa-on-arrival ended 5 January 2025.

/09 — The questions