Mauritania passport → Senegal

Senegal visa for citizens of Mauritania

Visa-free

Citizens of Mauritania can visit Senegal without a visa for up to 90 days.

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Last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa-free
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Entries	Single entry
Government fee	$50
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Sufficient funds for stay (cash, bank statement, or credit card)

How to apply

1
Arrive at a Senegalese port of entry (airport or land border)
Proceed to the visa-on-arrival counter before clearing immigration.
2
Present required documents
Hand over valid passport, photograph, onward ticket, proof of funds, and yellow fever certificate.
3
Pay visa fee
Pay the visa fee (approximately 50 USD in cash, local currency may be accepted).
4
Receive visa and enter Senegal
Visa is stamped into passport; proceed to immigration.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport
Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival.
Passport-size photograph
One recent color photo, 2x2 inches.

Travel

Return or onward ticket
Proof of onward travel out of Senegal.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Cash or bank statement showing at least $200 per day of stay.

Supporting

Accommodation proof
Optional
Hotel reservation or invitation letter from host.
Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Required for travelers arriving from endemic areas.

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: 200 USD per day

cash
bank statement
credit card

Border officers may ask to see evidence of funds covering the entire stay.

Good to know

VOA is not available at all border crossings; confirm availability before travel.
Overstaying may result in fines or future entry bans.
Yellow fever certificate may be required even if not arriving from an endemic country.

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)

Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from arrival date.

Lack of onward/return ticket

Carry a printed or digital copy of your outbound itinerary.

Inability to pay visa fee in cash (USD or XOF)

Carry small denomination USD or local currency (CFA francs) for the fee.

FAQ

Do citizens of Mauritania need a visa for Senegal?

Citizens of Mauritania can visit Senegal without a visa for up to 90 days.

How long can citizens of Mauritania stay in Senegal?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of Mauritania need for Senegal?

Valid passport; Passport-size photograph; Return or onward ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Accommodation proof.

How long must my passport be valid for Senegal?

At least 6 months.

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