--- title: Greece visa for citizens of Mauritania description: Citizens of Mauritania need a visa for Greece and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps. canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/greece/mauritania lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Greece visa for citizens of Mauritania Citizens of Mauritania need a visa for Greece and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. *Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.* ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen Visa (Tourist) - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Passport validity:** At least 6 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** Bank statements for last 3 months ## How to apply 1. **Determine visa type and gather documents** — Identify the correct Schengen visa (short-stay) and collect all required documents listed above. 2. **Complete online visa application form** — Fill the application form on the official Greek visa portal or through the external service provider. 3. **Book an appointment** — Schedule an appointment at the Greek embassy/consulate or designated visa application center (e.g., VFS Global). 4. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the non-refundable Schengen visa fee (usually €80 for adults) at the appointment. 5. **Attend biometrics appointment** — Submit your application in person, provide biometric data (fingerprints and photo), and submit all documents. 6. **Wait for processing** — Standard processing time is 15 calendar days, which may extend to 30-60 days in specific cases. 7. **Collect passport** — Pick up your passport from the center/embassy with the visa decision, or have it couriered if available. 8. **Check visa details** — Verify the validity dates, number of entries, and duration of stay printed on the visa sticker. 9. **Prepare for travel** — Keep copies of the visa and all supporting documents when traveling to Greece/Schengen area. ## Documents checklist - **Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages)** (Identity): Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay - **Completed and signed Schengen visa application form** (Identity): Print and sign the form generated by the online portal - **Two recent passport-sized photos (35x45mm)** (Identity): White background, taken within last 6 months - **Travel itinerary (round-trip flight reservation)** (Travel): Confirmed or reserved flights showing entry and exit from Schengen area - **Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings or invitation letter)** (Travel): Covers entire stay in Schengen area - **Travel medical insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage)** (Travel): Valid for all Schengen states and entire duration of stay - **Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, pay slips)** (Financial): Typically €50-100 per day of stay - **Employment letter or proof of occupation** (Employment): Employer letter stating position, salary, and approved leave - **Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): Only if relevant to trip purpose - **Cover letter explaining purpose of travel and itinerary** (Supporting): Explain why you will return to Mauritania - **Copy of previous Schengen visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional): Helps establish travel history - **Visa fee payment receipt** (Supporting): Paid at time of appointment - **Return flight ticket (or confirmed itinerary)** (Travel): May need to provide paid ticket for some consulates - **Invitation letter (if visiting friends/family)** (Supporting, optional): Must be notarized and attested by Greek authorities ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** Equivalent to €50–100 per day of stay - Personal bank statements (last 3 months) - Pay slips - Sponsorship letter if expenses covered by third party Cash or credit card statements not usually accepted; must be official bank documents. ## Good to know - Visa application must be submitted no more than 6 months and no less than 15 days before travel. - Incomplete applications or missing documents will lead to rejection. - Overstaying Schengen visa may result in bans and future visa denials. ## Common refusal reasons - **Insufficient or unclear proof of funds** — Provide bank statements showing consistent income and sufficient balance for the trip. - **No valid travel medical insurance** — Purchase insurance from an approved provider covering all Schengen countries for the whole stay. - **Non-genuine intention to return (risk of illegal stay)** — Submit strong ties to Mauritania: employment, property, family, or return ticket. - **Previous visa violations or overstays** — Disclose any history and provide explanation; avoid violations in future. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Mauritania need a visa for Greece? Citizens of Mauritania need a visa for Greece and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen Visa (Tourist). ### How long can citizens of Mauritania stay in Greece? Up to 90 days. ### What documents do citizens of Mauritania need for Greece? Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages); Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Two recent passport-sized photos (35x45mm); Travel itinerary (round-trip flight reservation); Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings or invitation letter); Travel medical insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage); and 8 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for Greece? At least 6 months. ## More - [Greece visa for every passport](/visa/greece) - [Every destination for Mauritania passport holders](/visa/passport/mauritania)