Zimbabwe passport → Mauritania

Mauritania visa for citizens of Zimbabwe

eVisaeVisa · Mauritania

Citizens of Zimbabwe 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.

Key facts

Entry route	eVisa · Mauritania
How to apply	Fully online — no office visit
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required

How to apply

1
Access the official Mauritania eVisa portal
Navigate to the official government eVisa website (URL must be verified).
2
Complete the online application
Fill in personal, passport, and travel details accurately.
3
Upload required documents
Upload clear scans or photos of your passport, photo, accommodation, itinerary, insurance, and vaccination certificate.
4
Pay the eVisa fee
Use a valid debit/credit card to pay the non-refundable fee.
5
Submit and await processing
After submission, processing usually takes a few business days.
6
Receive eVisa by email
Approved eVisa will be sent as a PDF; print a copy for travel.
7
Travel to Mauritania and present eVisa on arrival
Show printed eVisa and passport at immigration upon arrival at Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport
Must have at least 6 months validity from date of arrival.
Passport-size photograph
Recent colour photo with white background.

Travel

Proof of accommodation
Hotel reservation or invitation letter from host.
Flight itinerary
Confirmed round-trip flight booking.
Travel insurance
Must cover medical expenses and repatriation.

Financial

Payment of eVisa fee
Paid online by credit or debit card.

Supporting

Completed online application form
Fill all mandatory fields on the eVisa portal.
Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Required if travelling from or through an endemic area.

Good to know

The eVisa is only valid for entry via Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport.
Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity beyond the date of arrival.
Carry a printed copy of the eVisa to present to immigration officers.

Common refusal reasons

Incomplete or incorrect information on the application form.

Double-check all entries before submission.

Invalid or unclear document scans.

Upload high-resolution, fully visible scans or photos.

Failure to meet passport validity requirements.

Renew passport if it has less than 6 months validity.

Missing mandatory documents.

Ensure all required documents are uploaded.

FAQ

Do citizens of Zimbabwe need a visa for Mauritania?

Citizens of Zimbabwe need a visa for Mauritania and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Mauritania.

What documents do citizens of Zimbabwe need for Mauritania?

Valid passport; Passport-size photograph; Completed online application form; Proof of accommodation; Flight itinerary; Travel insurance; and 2 more.

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