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title: Nauru visa for citizens of Mauritania
description: "Citizens of Mauritania need a visa for Nauru and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 30 days. Processing: 14–42 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Nauru visa for citizens of Mauritania

Citizens of Mauritania need a visa for Nauru 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 · Tourist Visa (up to 30 days)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 14–42 days
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statements showing sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Contact the Acting Director of Immigration** — Send an email at least 4–6 weeks before intended travel date.
2. **Provide initial information via email** — Include full name, passport details, travel dates, and purpose of visit.
3. **Receive visa application form (PDF)** — The immigration office will email you the application form.
4. **Complete and return the form with supporting documents** — Email the completed form and all required documents.
5. **Wait for visa processing** — Processing typically takes 2–6 weeks; no online tracking available.
6. **Receive visa grant letter upon approval** — The visa grant letter is sent via email; print it for travel.
7. **Present visa grant letter at check-in and on arrival** — Show the letter to airline staff and immigration officers in Nauru.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity beyond intended stay)** (Identity): Must have at least 6 months validity beyond intended stay.
- **Completed visa application form (PDF)** (Supporting): Received via email after initial contact.
- **Two recent passport-sized photographs** (Identity): Standard passport photo requirements.
- **Copy of travel itinerary (confirmed flight bookings)** (Travel): Must show confirmed flight bookings.
- **Proof of accommodation booking** (Travel): Hotel reservation or accommodation proof.
- **Evidence of sufficient funds (bank statements)** (Financial): Recent bank statements showing adequate funds.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Nauru.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting, optional): Required only if travelling from an endemic area.
- **Letter of invitation from a Nauru-based organization** (Employment, optional): Required for business visitors.
- **Additional accreditation (for media personnel)** (Supporting, optional): Required for journalist/media visa applicants.

## Proof of funds

- Bank statements

Sufficient funds must be demonstrated for the duration of stay.

## Good to know

- Visa requirements can change with short notice; always verify with Nauru Immigration before travel.
- Overstaying your visa is a serious offence and may result in fines, detention, and deportation.
- Nauru does not have embassies in most countries; visa inquiries are handled via email by the Department of Immigration in Yaren.
- No visa on arrival is available; advance planning is essential.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete application or missing documents** — Double-check all required documents and provide complete information.
- **Insufficient funds for stay** — Provide recent bank statements showing adequate balance.
- **Passport validity less than 6 months beyond intended stay** — Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity after your planned departure from Nauru.
- **Failure to provide onward/return ticket** — Book and show confirmed return or onward travel.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Mauritania need a visa for Nauru and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Tourist Visa (up to 30 days).

### How long can citizens of Mauritania stay in Nauru?

Up to 30 days.

### How long does Nauru visa processing take?

Typically 14–42 days.

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

Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity beyond intended stay); Completed visa application form (PDF); Two recent passport-sized photographs; Copy of travel itinerary (confirmed flight bookings); Proof of accommodation booking; Evidence of sufficient funds (bank statements); and 4 more.

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

At least 6 months.

## Sources

- High Commission of Nauru in New Delhi, India - EmbassyPages.com (embassypages.com, third-party site)
- Visa Requirements - republicofnauru.com (republicofnauru.com, third-party site)
- High Commission of The Republic of Nauru in New Delh, India Customer ... (embassynvisa.com, third-party site)

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