Mauritania visa requirements for Indonesians

Travel and visa requirements

Mauritanian Visa is not required for Indonesians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Indonesia citizens can obtain a 90 days visa on arrival for traveling to Mauritania for tourism.
  • Visas on arrival are available at the Nouakchott- Oumtounsy International Airport, Mauritania.
  • Visa costs 55 EUR/ 60 USD.
  • Visitors are to possess an original passport valid for at least 6 months upon entry into Mauritania.
  • Visitors are to also possess 2 completed visa application forms and 4 passport photographs.
  • Visitors must provide proof of accommodation.
  • Proof of travel allowance (sufficient to cover the entire stay in Mauritania) and employment is required.
  • Visitors are also required to possess an onward or return ticket.
  • Visitors are required to get a vaccination against Malaria, Cholera, Tuberculosis, Yellow fever, Dengue fever, Hepatitis and Typhoid as these diseases are prevalent in Mauritania.
  • Mauritania recognizes Islam as the sole religion of its citizens and religious freedom is restricted.
  • Arabic is the official language in Mauritania.
  • Mauritanians drive on the right-hand side of the road.
  • Turkish Airlines, Air France, Royal Air Maroc and Air Algerie are the carrier that flies from Indonesia to Mauritania.
  • The estimated flight duration from Jakarta to Nouakchott is 17 hours, 33 minutes.
  • Mauritania Standard Time is Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). Hence, Jakarta, Indonesia is 7 hours ahead of Mauritania.
  • Attempts to convert citizens from their religion is illegal and may lead to deportation, arrest or prosecution.
  • Public display of affection between members of the opposite sex is prohibited.
  • The country adopts the use of the Mauritanian Ouguiya as its official currency, with 1.03 Mauritanian Ouguiya equaling 1 Mauritian Rupee. 
  • In Mauritania, the power plugs and sockets are type C. The standard voltage is 220 V  and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Internet speed in Mauritania is averaged at 3.47 Mbps for downloads and  2.12 Mbps which is low.
  • About two-thirds of the country has the Saharan climate, with daytime temperatures exceeding 38 degrees Celsius in most areas for over 6 months of the year, however, the nights are cool.
  • Homosexuality is a punishable offense in Mauritania and drug laws are severe.
  • Ignoring people who greet you is considered rude. Visitors are advised to reply greetings and greet people they meet in a shop or store upon entry.
  • The sale and consumption of alcohol in Mauritania is illegal.
  • Traditional dishes in Mauritania include chebu jen, yassa poulet and rice with vegetables. Mint tea is widely drunk.
  • There are no public buses in Mauritania, however, there are bush taxis, private taxi companies and train services (Only available in North Mauritania).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is alcohol legal in Mauritania?

The sale and consumption of alcohol are illegal in Mauritania although some restaurants do serve it. Those found in possession of illegal drugs might also get prison sentences.


Is English spoken in the country?

Yes, the English language is increasingly spoken in Mauritania after it was introduced into secondary schools 10 years ago.


What is Mauritania's local language?

Arabic is the local language in Mauritania.


What is the flight duration from Indonesia to Mauritania?

The estimated flight duration from Jakarta, Indonesia to Nouakchott, Mauritania is 17 hours, 33 minutes.