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Mexico to Mauritania visa requirements

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

On the official ANRPTS portal at anrpts.gov.mr. Avoid unofficial sites that charge inflated fees.

Q: How much does the e-Visa cost?

Around 55 EUR or 60 USD for a single-entry tourist e-Visa, paid online during the application.

Q: How long can I stay and how long is the visa valid?

The tourist e-Visa allows a stay of up to 30 days and is valid for entry within 90 days of issue, single entry.

Q: Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?

Yes. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required, along with a passport valid at least six months and proof of funds.

Q: Is Mauritania part of the Schengen area?

No. Mauritania is in West Africa and is not a Schengen country, so Schengen 90/180 and ETIAS rules do not apply.

Mexican ordinary passport holders need an e-Visa to enter Mauritania for tourism. Visa-on-arrival was discontinued in January 2025, so the e-Visa must be obtained online via the official ANRPTS portal before boarding. As of mid-2026, Mexico is not among the small list of nationalities exempt from Mauritanian visa requirements, so Mexican citizens require a visa for tourism. The key recent change is that Mauritania shifted to a mandatory electronic visa (e-Visa) system: from 5 January 2025 all visa-required travelers must apply online through the National Agency for the Population Register and Secure Titles (ANRPTS) portal at anrpts.gov.mr, and from June 2025 Mauritanian embassies stopped issuing visas, directing applicants to the e-Visa instead. Visa-on-arrival at Nouakchott-Oumtounsy airport and land borders is no longer reliably available; travelers should hold an approved e-Visa before departure. The tourist e-Visa is typically single entry, allows a stay of up to 30 days, is valid for entry within 90 days of issue, and costs around 55 EUR / 60 USD. A passport valid at least six months with a blank page, proof of funds, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate are required. Mauritania is in West Africa and is not part of the Schengen area, so Schengen/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

Tourist e-Visa (electronic visa via ANRPTS portal)

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

Approx. 55 EUR / 60 USD

consular fee only

Processing time

About 2 to 14 business days (commonly 3-7)

standard track

Validity

Enter within 90 days of issue

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you need an e-Visa

Mexico is not on Mauritania's visa-exempt list, and visa-on-arrival was discontinued in January 2025, so an e-Visa is mandatory before travel.

· evisa· mandatory

/02

Gather documents

Prepare a passport valid at least 6 months with a blank page, a recent digital passport photo, proof of sufficient funds, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate.

· passport 6 months· yellow fever

/03

Apply on the official ANRPTS portal

Complete the online application at anrpts.gov.mr/visa, uploading your passport bio page and photo and entering travel details.

· anrpts.gov.mr· online

/04

Pay the visa fee online

Pay the e-Visa fee of roughly 55 EUR / 60 USD by card during the application.

· 55 EUR / 60 USD

/05

Wait for approval and download

Processing usually takes a few business days (allow up to about two weeks). Download and print the approved e-Visa once issued.

· print copy

/06

Travel and enter Mauritania

Carry the printed e-Visa with your passport and yellow fever certificate; present them at the port of entry within the 90-day validity window.

· present at entry

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items

Personalized checklist

Mexico -> Mauritania · Tourist e-Visa (electronic visa via ANRPTS portal)

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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 Mauritania e-Visa (printed copy)

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

required

RequiredRecent digital passport-style photograph

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

RequiredProof of sufficient funds for the stay

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

required

RecommendedConfirmed return or onward ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RequiredPayment card for the online visa fee

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

required

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 Visa requirements for Mexican citizens - Wikipedia ANRPTS official visa portal (Government of Mauritania)

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 fee (rest-of-world rate)55 EUR / 60 USDSingle entry, 30-day stay; paid online during application

Yellow fever vaccinationVariesCost depends on clinic in Mexico; certificate is mandatory

Optional agency service feeVariesOnly if using a third-party visa service instead of the official portal

Total estimate55 EUR — 60 USDincl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Official ANRPTS e-Visa

About 2-14 business days

Apply directly on anrpts.gov.mr; lowest cost and the only officially recognized channel.

Third-party visa service

Varies (often similar)

Agencies file the same e-Visa for an added fee; not necessary but can assist with documents.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Mexico is not visa-exempt

Only about ten African/Arab neighbor countries enter Mauritania visa-free; Mexico is not among them.

High

/02

Visa-on-arrival discontinued

Since January 2025, visas are no longer issued at airports or land borders, making the e-Visa mandatory before boarding.

High

/03

Embassies stopped issuing visas

From June 2025 Mauritanian embassies direct applicants to the online e-Visa instead of issuing sticker visas.

Medium

/04

Missing yellow fever certificate

Mauritania requires proof of yellow fever vaccination; lack of it can lead to refusal.

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

2026-05-30 · major

Mexico to Mauritania route verified

Confirmed e-Visa requirement via Wikipedia visa policy of Mauritania, Mexican-citizen visa requirements, and the official ANRPTS portal; visa-on-arrival discontinued January 2025 and embassies stopped issuing visas June 2025.

/09 — The questions