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title: Mauritania visa for citizens of the Philippines
description: "Citizens of the Philippines need a visa for Mauritania and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $55. Processing: 3–5 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Mauritania visa for citizens of the Philippines

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

*Not yet verified · last checked 2026-06-29. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

> Our latest check could not confirm these details against an official source, or found a conflict. Treat them as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you book.

Application site: https://anica.mr/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa (Tourist – Single Entry)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 3–5 days
- **Government fee:** $55
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Visit the official eVisa website** — Go to https://anica.mr/ and create an account.
2. **Complete the online application form** — Fill personal, passport, and travel details accurately.
3. **Upload required documents** — Scan and upload passport photo, passport copy, and itinerary.
4. **Pay the visa fee online** — Use a credit/debit card to pay the $55 USD fee.
5. **Receive eVisa approval by email** — Processing takes 3–5 working days; check spam folder.
6. **Print the eVisa and carry it with you** — Present the printed eVisa upon arrival at Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (bio-data page scan)** (Identity): Passport must have at least 6 months validity from arrival.
- **Passport-sized photo (digital, white background)** (Identity): Taken within last 6 months.
- **Hotel reservation or accommodation proof** (Travel): Booking for the entire stay in Mauritania.
- **Round-trip flight itinerary** (Travel): Confirmed return or onward ticket.
- **Travel health insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended but not mandatory.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Bank statement for last 3 months may be requested.
- **Cover letter explaining purpose of visit** (Supporting, optional): Optional for tourist visits.

## Proof of funds

- Bank statement (last 3 months)

Not always requested, but may be asked at border.

## Good to know

- eVisa must be obtained before departure; on-arrival issuance not available.
- Keep a printed copy of the eVisa with your passport at all times.
- Entry is only via Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect documents** — Double-check all scans are clear and all fields match passport exactly.
- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure passport has at least 6 months remaining from arrival date.
- **Unclear photo or background not white** — Use a recent photo meeting ICAO standards.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the Philippines need a visa for Mauritania?

Citizens of the Philippines need a visa for Mauritania and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa (Tourist – Single Entry).

### How long can citizens of the Philippines stay in Mauritania?

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $55.

### How long does Mauritania visa processing take?

Typically 3–5 days.

### What documents do citizens of the Philippines need for Mauritania?

Valid passport (bio-data page scan); Passport-sized photo (digital, white background); Hotel reservation or accommodation proof; Round-trip flight itinerary; Travel health insurance; Proof of sufficient funds; and 1 more depending on your situation.

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

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

Applications go through https://anica.mr/. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay.

## Sources

- [anica.mr](https://anica.mr/)

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