How to get a Mauritania visa from Senegal
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Senegalese passport holders travelling to Mauritania.
Visa information
Where to apply
Mauritania embassy & visa application centers in Senegal.
Dakar
| Day | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Tue | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Wed | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Thu | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Fri | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Sat | — | — |
| Sun | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to go to Mauritania
Although Mauritania is a relatively safe country to visit, it is not advisable to travel to the eastern and northern provinces of Mauritania particularly Tiris Zemmour, Adrar, Tagant, and Hodh el Chargui due to the continuing high threat from terrorists throughout the country.
Is slavery legal in Mauritania
What is Mauritania known for
The heartland of Mauritania consists of the vast Adrar and Tagant plateaus, known as the Trab el-Hajra (Arabic: “Country of Stone”). Until the 1980s, nomadic life was prevalent in Mauritania and among the Moorish population, the nomadic lifestyle is still idealized.
What is the major import of Mauritania
One of Africa's newest oil producers, the Islamic Republic of Mauritania bridges the Arab Maghreb and western sub-Saharan Africa.