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title: Mauritania visa for citizens of Mauritius
description: "Citizens of Mauritius need a visa for Mauritania and can apply online for an eVisa. Fee: $160. Processing: 7–10 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Mauritania visa for citizens of Mauritius

Citizens of Mauritius need a visa for Mauritania and can apply online for an eVisa.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Official application site: https://evisa.mofa.gov.bs/bs-evics-entitlement-online-ui/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · Self-Sponsored Visitor Visa
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 7–10 days
- **Government fee:** $160
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank reference letter less than 6 months old

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Gather all required documents in PDF format, ensuring they are less than 6 months old.
2. **Complete application form** — Fill out and sign the Self-Sponsored Visitor Visa application form.
3. **Upload documents to eVisa portal** — Scan and upload all required documents to the official eVisa portal.
4. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the non-refundable fee of $160 USD via credit or debit card (Visa, MasterCard, or American Express).
5. **Submit application** — Submit the application through the online portal.
6. **Wait for processing** — Processing takes 7-10 business days; an interview may be required if requested.
7. **Receive Electronic Entry Visa (EEV)** — If approved, receive the EEV via email or portal.
8. **Travel to The Bahamas** — Present the passport used for application and the EEV to immigration upon arrival.

## Documents checklist

- **Digital passport-sized photograph** (Identity): In PDF format, per Bahamas eVISA Photograph Specifications.
- **Completed and signed application form** (Identity): In PDF format.
- **Passport bio-data and signature pages** (Identity): In PDF format.
- **Job letter from employer** (Employment): Less than 6 months old; or valid business license for self-employed.
- **Bank reference letter** (Financial): Less than 6 months old.
- **Police report** (Supporting): Less than 6 months old; Haitian nationals must obtain from DCJP.
- **Medical certificate** (Supporting): Less than 6 months old.
- **Intended address of hotel/cruise/residence in The Bahamas** (Travel): Provide details.
- **Proposed flight itinerary/travel dates** (Travel): Provide details.
- **Conference/invitation letter** (Supporting, optional): Where applicable.
- **Children's birth certificate** (Supporting, optional): If applying for a child, to prove parental relations.
- **Copies of previous Bahamas visas** (Supporting, optional): At least 3 required for multiple entry consideration.
- **Proof of legal status in country of residence** (Supporting): E.g., work permit, spousal permit, permanent residence card.

## Proof of funds

- Bank reference letter

Bank reference letter must be less than 6 months old.

## Good to know

- An EEV does not guarantee entry; border officers may deny entry.
- All foreign marriage, birth, death, and police reports must be translated to English.
- Haitian nationals must obtain police reports from Direction Centrale de la Police Judiciaire (DCJP).

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect documents** — Ensure all documents are current (less than 6 months old) and in PDF format.
- **Failure to meet passport validity requirement** — Passport must have more than 6 months remaining validity.
- **Insufficient proof of financial means** — Provide a valid bank reference letter less than 6 months old.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Mauritius need a visa for Mauritania?

Citizens of Mauritius need a visa for Mauritania and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Self-Sponsored Visitor Visa.

### How much does the Mauritania visa cost for citizens of Mauritius?

Government fee: $160.

### How long does Mauritania visa processing take?

Typically 7–10 days.

### What documents do citizens of Mauritius need for Mauritania?

Digital passport-sized photograph; Completed and signed application form; Passport bio-data and signature pages; Job letter from employer; Bank reference letter; Police report; and 7 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Mauritania?

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://evisa.mofa.gov.bs/bs-evics-entitlement-online-ui/

## Sources

- [eVISA Online Services - Ministry of Foreign Affairs](https://mofa.gov.bs/evisa-online-services/)
- Mauritania launches electronic visa system - VisasNews (visasnews.com, third-party site)
- Mauritania Visa - Price, Requirements and Application - VisaHQ (visahq.com, third-party site)
- [evisa.mofa.gov.bs](https://evisa.mofa.gov.bs/bs-evics-entitlement-online-ui/)

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