The standard tourist eVisa allows a stay of up to 30 days on a single entry. Longer 90-day and 360-day options exist at different fees.

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Philippines to Mauritania visa requirements

Q: Where do I apply for the Mauritania eVisa?

Apply only through the official government portal at anrpts.gov.mr/visa/requestvisa. Avoid third-party sites that add service charges.

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

A 30-day tourist eVisa costs EUR 55 or USD 60, paid in exact, clean cash at Nouakchott airport immigration. No change or receipts are given, so bring exact notes.

Q: Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?

Yes. Proof of yellow fever vaccination is required for entry to Mauritania. Carry your international vaccination certificate.

Q: How long does processing take?

Around five business days on average, though it can take longer during busy periods. Apply well ahead of your departure.

A Philippine ordinary passport holder needs an eVisa to visit Mauritania for tourism. Apply online at the official portal (anrpts.gov.mr) before boarding your flight, then pay the fee in exact cash (EUR or USD) at immigration on arrival. Visa-on-arrival was discontinued on 5 January 2025. Mauritania is not in the Schengen area and has no visa-waiver arrangement with the Philippines, so Filipino ordinary passport holders are visa-required nationals. Since 5 January 2025, Mauritania has run a mandatory eVisa system: all visa-required travelers must apply online and obtain an eVisa approval before boarding their flight. The traditional visa-on-arrival at Nouakchott (NKC) airport is no longer issued, and Mauritanian embassies/consulates have stopped issuing visas, redirecting applicants to the online portal. The standard tourist eVisa is a single-entry, 30-day visa costing EUR 55 / USD 60, paid in exact cash on arrival (no change or receipts given). Processing typically takes about five business days. A passport valid at least six months, a passport photo, and proof of yellow fever vaccination are required. Apply only via the official portal at anrpts.gov.mr to avoid third-party markups.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

eVisa (apply online before travel; fee paid in cash on arrival)

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days (single entry)

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

EUR 55 / USD 60 for a 30-day visa (paid in exact cash on arrival)

consular fee only

Processing time

About 5 business days

standard track

Validity

Tied to approved travel; 30-day stay from entry

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport and health requirements

Ensure your Philippine passport is valid for at least six months from your date of entry and has a blank page. Get a yellow fever vaccination and keep the international certificate, which is required for entry.

· 6 months validity· Yellow fever certificate

/02

Open the official eVisa portal

Go to the Mauritanian government eVisa site at anrpts.gov.mr/visa/requestvisa. Avoid third-party agencies that add service fees.

· anrpts.gov.mr· Official portal only

/03

Complete the application and upload documents

Select Tourism as the purpose and a 30-day duration. Upload a color passport scan (JPG, max 1 MB), a compliant passport photo (480x640 px, plain background, taken within 6 months), and a supporting document such as a hotel booking or invitation letter.

· Tourism· 30 days

/04

Submit and wait for approval

Submit the form and wait roughly five business days for processing. Allow extra time during high-volume periods.

· ~5 business days

/05

Print the eVisa approval

Download and print a paper copy of your eVisa approval. You must present this physical copy at immigration on arrival.

· Paper copy required

/06

Pay the fee in cash on arrival

At Nouakchott airport immigration, present your printed eVisa and pay EUR 55 or USD 60 in exact, clean cash. No change or receipts are given, so bring exact notes.

· Exact cash· EUR or USD

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Philippines -> Mauritania · eVisa (apply online before travel; fee paid in cash on arrival)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPhilippine passport valid 6+ months from entry with a blank page

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

required

RequiredApproved eVisa printed on paper

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

RequiredColor passport scan (JPG, max 1 MB) for the application

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

required

RequiredCompliant passport photo (480x640 px, plain background)

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

required

RequiredExact cash for the visa fee (EUR 55 or USD 60, clean notes)

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

required

RecommendedSupporting document such as hotel booking or invitation letter

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedReturn or onward flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for your stay

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

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 Mauritania Official eVisa Portal (ANRPTS)Nouakchott Airport - Visas and Entry Conditions

Application link included: Visa policy of Mauritania - Wikipedia

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist eVisa (30-day)EUR 55 / USD 60Paid in exact cash on arrival at immigration; no change given

Yellow fever vaccinationVariesObtained in the Philippines before travel; cost depends on clinic

Passport photoPHP 150-250Digital photo meeting Mauritania specifications

Total estimateEUR 55 — USD 60 + photo/vaccination costsincl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa

About 5 business days

Apply online via the official portal before boarding; the only available channel since embassies and visa-on-arrival were discontinued.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

No visa-waiver agreement

The Philippines has no mutual visa-exemption arrangement with Mauritania, and Filipino ordinary passport holders are not on Mauritania's visa-exempt list.

High

/02

Visa-on-arrival discontinued

As of 5 January 2025, Mauritania no longer issues visas on arrival; all visa-required nationals must obtain an eVisa beforehand.

High

/03

Embassies stopped issuing visas

Since June 2025, Mauritanian embassies and consulates direct all applicants to the online eVisa portal instead of issuing stickers.

Medium

/04

Not in Schengen area

Mauritania is an African nation outside Schengen, so Schengen/ETIAS rules do not apply.

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

Philippines to Mauritania route verified

Confirmed eVisa requirement against Mauritania's official eVisa portal and visa policy sources. Visa-on-arrival discontinued 5 January 2025; embassies stopped issuing visas June 2025. Fee EUR 55 / USD 60 for 30-day single entry, paid in cash on arrival.

/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can a Filipino get a visa on arrival in Mauritania?—

No. Visa-on-arrival ended on 5 January 2025. You must apply for and receive an eVisa online before boarding your flight, then pay the fee in cash on arrival.

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?+

How long can I stay?+

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