Albania visa requirements for Mauritanians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Mauritanians visiting Albania

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Albanian Visa.

  • An original Mauritanian international passport that is valid for at least 3 months from your intended date of departure from Albania.
  • A duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • One colored passport-size photograph, taken within the last 6 months with a light background.
  • A letter of invitation from your host in Albania with a photocopy of their passport
  • A photocopy of your passport bio-data page.
  • Travel medical insurance to cover the entire duration of stay.
  • Minors must submit a letter of consent from their parents or guardians allowing them to travel to Albania.
  • Evidence of payment of visa fee.

Albania Visa for Mauritanians

Facts about Albania

Albania is a magnificent vacation destination for tourists. It has a small surface area but it's an excellent holiday destination. You can explore the Albanian Alps if you are feeling adventurous, or sip a cold cocktail on one of the country’s beaches along the Adriatic or the Ionian Sea.

Tourism in Albania has been dubbed “Go Your Own Way”. The country is known for its beaches and mountainous landscape. Tourists in the country have the luxury of choosing from one of the country’s many destinations for hiking and skiing. The country also has many castles, museums and archeological sites where tourists can go to view artifacts and learn about their significance. Those who enjoy a vibrant nightlife can choose the Albanian Riviera as their destination. 
 
Albania is the 25th most visited country in Europe, with an average of 3.8 million foreign tourists yearly. Tourism in Albania is expected to skyrocket in the next few years with a number of renowned international hotel chains making their presence known in the country.
 
Avoid the usage, possession, and trafficking of drugs, the punishment for drug-related offenses are severe. Foreigners are not allowed entry or exit from the country with more than 1,000,000 Lek or its equivalent in any currency.

Types of Albania Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 15 business days 90
Student visa 15 working days Duration of study

General Requirements for Albania Visa

  • An original Mauritanian international passport that is valid for at least 3 months from your intended date of departure from Albania.
  • A duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • One colored passport-size photograph, taken within the last 6 months with a light background.
  • A letter of invitation from your host in Albania with a photocopy of their passport
  • A photocopy of your passport bio-data page.
  • Travel medical insurance to cover the entire duration of stay.
  • Minors must submit a letter of consent from their parents or guardians allowing them to travel to Albania.
  • Evidence of payment of visa fee.
Albania Tourist visa Albania Student visa

Albania Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Albanian tourist visa is a short-stay visa that is issued to foreign nationals who intend to travel to the Republic of Albania and stay for not more than 90 days.
  • Mauritanians travelling to Albania for tourism, vacation or other leisure activities are eligible to apply for this visa.
  • You are required to submit a signed and completed visa application form. Incomplete application forms may delay the processing of your visa request.
  • Your Mauritanian international passport must be valid for at least 3 months from the date you plan to leave the Republic of Albania and have no less than 1 blank passport page for your visa.
  • You should also make a photocopy of your passport bio-data page (that is, the first page of your passport).
  • As proof that you intend to return to your country of origin once your visa expires, you are required to submit a copy of your roundtrip ticket.
  • You must as well submit a copy of your hotel booking with information about the accommodation (such as the name of the hotel, contact details) and how long you are booked to lodge there.
  • As proof that you can cater to all your financial needs while in the Republic of Albania(that is, spend at least $47 per day), you must provide copies of your bank statements for the last three months.
  • You are also required to provide proof of your employment status.
  • If you are employed, you should provide a letter from your employer stating the date you were employed, your role in the company and acknowledging your leave from work.
  • If you are self-employed, a copy of business license, the company’s most recent bank statement and your income tax return should be provided.
  • Minors (under 18s) should submit a copy of their birth certificate and a letter of consent from their parents permitting them to travel to Albania.
  • You should present a copy of your travel medical insurance covering the entire duration of your stay in Albania.
  • If you are travelling as a group for tourism, you should submit a notarized photocopy of the license of Albania Tourism Agency inviting your group.
  • All the documents required should be uploaded online. Then after acceptance of your application, you should submit to the embassy or consular office of the Republic of Albania in a neighbouring country as Albania does not have an embassy in Mauritania.

Albania Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Mauritanians who intend to travel to Albania to study should apply for the long-stay visa (type D).
  • A letter of admission offer from an Albanian institution must be submitted. This means that you must have been offered admission to study in a school in Albania before you can apply for this visa.
  • You are required to submit documents that prove and certify the coverage of all your living expenses and tuition fees.
  • You must have travel health insurance for the duration of your study in Albania.
  • Proof that you have confirmed accommodation for the entire duration of your stay in Albania must also be provided.
  • You must show that you have enough knowledge of the Albanian language for carrying out your studies.
  • A police report showing no criminal record must be submitted.
  • You are also required to show evidence of payment of the visa fee.
  • All the documents required should be uploaded online. Then after acceptance of your application, you should submit to the embassy or consular office of the Republic of Albania in a neighbouring country as Albania does not have an embassy in Mauritania.

Albania Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

30.00 (ALL)

Student visa

30.00 (ALL)

Albania Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Mauritania

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Albania an Island?

Albania is not an Island but it has an Island known as Sazan. It is an island inside the Mediterranean Sea in southern Albania. It is the largest island in Albania.

Is Albania a safe place for foreigners?

Albania is very safe and its people are very hospitable and welcoming. Violent crime rarely affects travellers but the poor driving habits of the locals might be an issue.

Is Albania a developed country?

Albania is not regarded as a developed country. it is a low-income country by Western European standards, with GDP per capita lower than all other countries in the EU.

When is the right time to visit Albania?

The best time to visit Albania is between April - June, and September - October, when the weather is just right for a mountain or a beach holiday. July - August is the peak season for tourists, but the coastal summer heat will be scorching, so you won't be able to explore the entirety of the country in peace.