Uganda visa requirements for Mauritanians

Travel and visa requirements

Ugandan Visa is not required for Mauritanians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Mauritania passport holders can visit Uganda by applying for an e-visa.
  • Visitors from Mauritania can also pay for a visa on arrival at any airport in Uganda to gain entry into the country.
  • The visa on arrival costs $50.
  • Both options provide them to stay in the country for up to 90 days.
  • Prospective visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of entry in Uganda. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
  • Mauritanians are to provide proof of yellow fever vaccination on arrival in Uganda.
  • Citizens from Mauritania travelling to Uganda must provide proof of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Uganda. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in the country.
  • A return ticket to Mauritania or onward destination is needed as well.
  • Intending visitors can get to Uganda from any international airport in Mauritania. There are international airports in Nouadhibou and Nouakchott.
  • Mauritanian Airlines International, Tunisair and EgyptAir are some of the airlines that fly from Mauritania to Uganda.
  • The estimated flight time from Nouadhibou to Kampala, Uganda is 1 day, and from Nouakchott, it is 14 hours, 55 minutes.
  • Uganda has a warm tropical climate. The dry season is from June to August, and from December to February, while the rainy season is from March to May and September to November.
  • The religion demography in Uganda is divided into indigenous religions, Islam, and Christianity. However, Christianity is the most practised religion in the country.
  • English and Swahili are the official languages of Uganda. However, there are forty native languages in Uganda, which can be grouped into three main language families: Bantu, Central Sudanic, and Nilotic. 
  • The Ugandan shilling is the official currency used in Uganda. Visitors can visit banks and exchange outlets in the country to exchange their foreign currencies.
  • Tourists are advised to budget about $30 to spend on daily expenses while in Uganda.
  • Uganda uses East Africa Time (GMT+3). Uganda is three hours ahead of Mauritania.
  • Bwindi National Park, Kibale Forest National Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park are some of the tourist sites tourists can visit during their to Uganda.
  • The power and socket plug used in Uganda are of G. The standard voltage is 240 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Movement in Uganda is possible with buses, trains and taxis. 
  • Visitors travelling to Uganda are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and regulations as they go about their tourism-related activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which international airlines can I board to Uganda?

A number of international airlines fly to Uganda. These include Brussels Airlines, KLM, as well as Turkish Airlines, all of which fly to Entebbe.

Is Uganda safe?

Uganda is one of the safest and most welcoming countries in Africa especially for visitors. Rarely are there reports of security risks for tourists, or accidents, especially if visitors follow the security and safety guidelines.

What do I need for gorilla tracking?

Mountain gorilla trekking adventure can be wet and hot work. Hence the need to carry both a waterproof jacket and a backpack to hold essentials like binoculars and cameras. 

When is the best time to travel to Uganda?

The best time to travel to Uganda would be between the months of January and February than June to September. During this period, the weather is dry and pleasantly warm.