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Do Australia passport holders need a visa to visit MR?

Q: Where do I apply for the Mauritania eVisa?

Apply on the official ANRPTS portal at anrpts.gov.mr. Select your stay length and choose Tourisme as your travel purpose.

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

A 30-day tourist eVisa is commonly around EUR 55 / USD 60. The fee is generally paid in exact cash (EUR or USD) on arrival, so carry the correct amount.

Q: How long does eVisa processing take?

Approval usually takes 2-3 business days, but it can occasionally take up to 1-2 weeks. Apply well before your trip.

Q: How long can I stay on a tourist eVisa?

The standard tourist eVisa allows up to 30 days. The portal also offers 90-day and 360-day options for other needs.

Q: Is Mauritania part of the Schengen area?

No. Mauritania is in North-West Africa and is not in the Schengen zone, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.

Australian passport holders need an eVisa to visit Mauritania for tourism. Apply online via the official ANRPTS portal before you travel. Visa-on-arrival ended on 5 January 2025, so an approved, printed eVisa with QR code is now required before boarding your flight. As of 31 May 2026, Australian ordinary passport holders are not visa-exempt for Mauritania and must obtain an electronic visa (eVisa) before arrival. Mauritania launched its eVisa system in January 2025; from 5 January 2025 the previous visa-on-arrival channel was discontinued, and by June 2025 Mauritanian embassies stopped issuing visas, directing all applicants to the online eVisa instead. Travelers apply through the official Agence Nationale du Registre des Populations et des Titres Securises (ANRPTS) portal at anrpts.gov.mr, selecting a stay length (30, 90 or 360 days) and travel purpose (Tourisme for tourism). After approval, which typically takes 2-3 business days, the applicant prints the eVisa with a QR code to present at the airport. The eVisa fee for a 30-day single-entry tourist visa is commonly cited as around EUR 55 / USD 60 and is generally paid in exact cash (EUR or USD) on arrival in Mauritania. Passports should be valid for at least six months beyond the intended stay. Mauritania is in West/North-West Africa and is NOT part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Because Mauritania is the destination, travelers should confirm fee and payment specifics on the official portal before departure, as posted amounts can vary by nationality and visa length.

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 (eVisa) - apply online before travel

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days (single entry tourist; 90 and 360-day options also offered)

per entry

Entries

Single entry (standard tourist eVisa)

from issue date

Visa fee

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

consular fee only

Processing time

Typically 2-3 business days after submission

standard track

Validity

Aligned to approved stay; enter within the validity window stated on the eVisa

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you need an eVisa

Australian ordinary passport holders are not visa-exempt. Visa-on-arrival ended 5 January 2025, so you must secure an eVisa before boarding your flight to Mauritania.

· Mandatory before travel

/02

Prepare your documents

Have a passport valid at least six months beyond your intended stay with a blank page, a recent passport-style digital photo, and your travel/accommodation details ready to upload.

· Passport 6+ months validity

/03

Apply on the official ANRPTS portal

Go to anrpts.gov.mr, start a new visa request, select your stay length (30 days for a short tourist visit) and choose Tourisme as the purpose of travel.

· anrpts.gov.mr

/04

Submit and wait for approval

Complete the form, upload documents, and submit. Approval typically takes 2-3 business days; allow extra time in case processing runs longer.

· 2-3 business days

/05

Print your eVisa

Once approved, download and print the eVisa with its QR code. A printed copy is expected for presentation at the airport on arrival.

· Print QR code

/06

Pay the fee and present on arrival

Carry the fee in exact cash (EUR or USD) to pay at the airport, and present your printed eVisa and passport to immigration in Nouakchott.

· Cash EUR/USD

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items

Personalized checklist

0 / 10 complete

Passport valid 6+ months beyond intended stay, with at least one blank page

required

Approved eVisa printed with QR code

required

Recent passport-style digital photo for the application

required

Completed ANRPTS online application (Tourisme purpose)

required

Exact visa fee in cash (EUR or USD) for payment on arrival

required

Confirmed accommodation / hotel booking details

recommended

Return or onward flight ticket

recommended

Proof of sufficient funds for the stay

recommended

Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from/transiting an endemic area)

recommended

Travel insurance covering the trip

recommended

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

eVisa fee (30-day tourist, single entry)EUR 55 / USD 60Commonly cited amount; paid in exact cash on arrival. Confirm on official portal.

Longer-stay eVisa (90-day option)Higher than 30-day feeFee scales with stay length; verify exact amount on ANRPTS portal.

Yellow fever vaccination (if needed)Varies by clinicOnly if arriving from or transiting a yellow-fever endemic country.

Total estimateEUR 55 / USD 60 — USD 100incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing

2-3 business days

Typical approval window after online submission via the official ANRPTS portal.

Allowance for delays

Up to 1-2 weeks

Processing can occasionally take longer; apply well ahead of departure to be safe.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Mauritania requires advance visas for Australians

Australian ordinary passport holders are not on Mauritania's visa-exempt list and must obtain a visa before entry.

High

/02

Visa-on-arrival was abolished

From 5 January 2025, visa-on-arrival is no longer available; an eVisa must be secured before boarding.

High

/03

Embassies no longer issue visas

By June 2025, Mauritanian embassies stopped issuing visas and direct applicants to the online eVisa system.

Medium

/04

Official online channel is centralized

The ANRPTS portal is the single official route, offering 30/90/360-day options and a Tourisme purpose.

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

Australia to Mauritania route verified

Confirmed eVisa requirement via official ANRPTS portal and Smartraveller/Wikipedia visa-policy sources. Noted abolition of visa-on-arrival (5 Jan 2025) and embassies ceasing visa issuance (June 2025).

/09 — The questions