South Africa visa requirements for Mauritanians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Mauritanians visiting South Africa

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

  • A Mauritanian international passport valid for at least 30 days from the intended departure date.
  • Copies of the passport data page, existing visas, and previously issued visas if any.
  • BI-84 application form filled in black ink.
  • Two Passport-size photographs taken in white background.
  • Original and copy of Yellow fever card.
  • Hotel booking.
  • Flight tickets.
  • Birth certificate.
  • Self-introduction letter.
  • Introduction letter from employer.
  • Original receipt issued at the time of submission of visa application.
  • Marriage certificate (if applicable) to stays more than 90 days.
  • Proof of financial support or sponsor.
  • Parents/ legal guardian letter of consent for minors.
  • Photocopies of all original documents.

South Africa Visa for Mauritanians

Facts about South Africa

South Africa is popular for its natural landscape, game reserves, and cultural heritage. Tourists interested in natural history would have a good time visiting the country. A wide range of species can be found in various nature parks around the country. The most popular national parks are the Kruger National Park and Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, other smaller parks are Addo National Park and Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Park. There are also beaches which offer activities like surfing and kayaking. In addition to its numerous natural attractions, South Africa also boasts a large number of attractions of cultural significance. They include caves forming part of the Cradle of Humankind in Gauteng, the ruins of the Kingdom of Mapungubwe in northern Limpopo, the wine routes of the Western Cape amongst others.
 
The tourism industry is one of the most important industries of the South African economy. In 2012, the country was responsible for directly contributing ZAR 102 billion of South African GDP and supports 10.3% of jobs in the country. In 2014, over 9 million tourists visited South Africa which was a 0.1% increase from the number of visitors recorded the previous year.
 
Foreigners visiting South Africa are not allowed to enter the country with more than ZAR25,000 but can enter the country with unlimited foreign currency. No Kruger coin is allowed. On exit from the country, you cannot be in possession of more than ZAR25,000 but can leave with unlimited foreign currency if the amount was declared on entry. Foreigners can leave the country with up to 15 Kruger coins if there is proof it was purchased with foreign currency.
 
Citizens of Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Malta, Portugal, Russia, Spain, the United Kingdom, etc can gain entry visa-free for a stay of 90 days. Nationals of Angola, Antigua, and Barbuda, Cape Verde, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Hungary, Jordan, Poland, South Korea, Thailand, etc do not need a visa for stays of 30 days or less.

Types of South Africa Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Business visa within 10 days 90
Visitor Visa within 10 days 90
Medical visa within 10 days 90

General Requirements for South Africa Visa

  • A Mauritanian international passport valid for at least 30 days from the intended departure date.
  • Copies of the passport data page, existing visas, and previously issued visas if any.
  • BI-84 application form filled in black ink.
  • Two Passport-size photographs taken in white background.
  • Original and copy of Yellow fever card.
  • Hotel booking.
  • Flight tickets.
  • Birth certificate.
  • Self-introduction letter.
  • Introduction letter from employer.
  • Original receipt issued at the time of submission of visa application.
  • Marriage certificate (if applicable) to stays more than 90 days.
  • Proof of financial support or sponsor.
  • Parents/ legal guardian letter of consent for minors.
  • Photocopies of all original documents.
South Africa Business visa South Africa Visitor Visa South Africa Medical visa

South Africa Visitor Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • A South African visitor visa is issued to Mauritanians who want to travel to visit friends and families, for leisure and sight-seeing.
  • An invitation letter from your host in South Africa containing the address and contact details of the host should be submitted.
  • The host should attach to the letter proof of residence in South Africa. The generally accepted proof is a utility bill.
  • The South Africa visa fee varies among the countries. The fee could be more or less than $19.45 general amount, depending on the country or embassy you might be applying for the visa from.
  • The visa is valid for a short-stay visa of 90 days.
  • Certified copies of the host’s identity copies will also need to be submitted.
  • If the host is a Foreigner in South Africa, a copy of the passport and the permit legalizing a stay in South Africa must also be attached.
  • Applicants are required to have a self-introduction letter with a physical address and phone number.
  • Tourist visa is solely for the purpose of leisure travel including vacationing, cruising, sightseeing and other recreational activities. Studying of partaking in business is illegal.
  • The visa will allow you to travel to a South African port of entry where an immigration official will then determine if you are allowed to enter South Africa and for how long you can stay for that particular visit. Visitors are restricted to the activity or purpose for which their visas were issued. 
  • Frequent visitors to South Africa to apply for a three-year multiple entry visa.
  • Applications must be submitted in person.
  • According to the amended South African Immigration Act 13 of 2002, foreign nationals overstaying the expiry of their South African visas will be determined undesirable and, consequently, face being banned from the Republic for a period of up to 5 years.

South Africa Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Business visa is issued for the purpose of engaging in business-related activities.
  • It can be used for signing contracts, negotiating businesses, attending seminars and conferences.
  • The visa is valid for a short-stay visa of 90 days.
  • A letter of invitation from a South African company with contact details such as physical address and landline number is compulsory.
  • The South Africa visa fee varies among the countries. The fee could be more or less than $19.45 general amount, depending on the country or embassy you might be applying for the visa from.
  • The passport must contain at least two unused pages labeled Visa when presented at the Embassy or Consulate; One page is for affixing the visa or permit at the Embassy and the other page is for endorsement of entry/departure stamp by the South African Immigration Services. 
  • You must ensure that you apply for the correct visa. Entry in the country may be refused if the purpose of the visit was not correctly stated. 
  • All fees are non-refundable and non-transferable
  • Visa collection time is 10:00 - 16:00 (Monday-Friday except on holidays)
  • When a visa is denied, the person will be given 10 days to lodge an appeal and reasons will be stipulated as to why the visa may have been denied.
  • Business people can seek up to 10-years multiple-entry visas.

South Africa Medical Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Medical visa is issued only for treatments in South African private hospitals.
  • It is normally valid for 90 days but can be extended to a maximum period of 180 days.
  • Patients traveling for over 90 days are to present their application to the South African High Commission and it will be treated as a permit and not a visa.
  • If you will be visiting South Africa for treatment less than 90 days, a visitor’s visa will be issued to the applicant.
  • The South Africa visa fee varies among the countries. The fee could be more or less than $19.45 general amount, depending on the country or embassy you might be applying for the visa from.
  • Referral letter from a Mauritanian medical doctor, specifying the nature of the health problem, and why a referral is needed.
  • An appointment letter from a South African medical doctor, with a landline number at the hospital, as well as a physical address is required.
  • Applications for medical purposes must:
    • Include a letter from a medical practitioner or medical institution, indicating the nature of the ailment, the reason/ necessity for treatment, the period of treatment and particulars of the appointment/s made in South Africa.
    • Include full details of the person or institution responsible for the medical expenses and hospital fees. If your medical scheme or employer will be liable for the expenses incurred, proof of medical cover must be submitted.
  • People who require medical treatment for longer than three months must apply for a temporary residency permit.
  • Emergency patients transported by emergency flights or vehicles will be allowed entry if they do not have a visa. Immigration officers will facilitate their entry by not applying clearance procedures.
  • However, the person in charge of the emergency travel must report the entry and presence of the patient as soon as possible to an office of the Department of Home Affairs.
  • An immigration officer will visit the patient and if necessary, will issue the necessary medical permit. If the patient does not have a valid passport, they will be issued with a permit to legalize his or her stay for the duration of his or her hospitalization.

South Africa Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Business visa

19.45 (USD)

Visitor Visa

19.45 (USD)

Medical visa

19.46 (USD)

South Africa Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Mauritania

Location

Address

Nouakchott

South African Embassy in Nouakchott, Mauritania Nouakchott Mauritania

chokoes@dicro.gov.za

(+222) 12 362 3578 (+222) 12 362 2573

Frequently Asked Questions

How many languages are spoken in South Africa?

South Africa has 11 official languages. IsiZulu and isiXhosa are the largest languages spoken in the country, and the English language is its third official language.

Which city is the right place to visit in South Africa?

Cape Town the best place for you to visit as a tourist, and it is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. 

What currency are accepted as the legal tender in South Africa?

South African Rand (ZAR), it is the legal tender spent by all its population. Large supermarkets and hotels accept credit cards and US dollars but local markets accept only cash in ZAR.

How many whites are in South Africa?

According to the 2011 Census, the South African white population is 4,586,838 white people in South Africa, amounting to 8.9% of the country's population.