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How to get a Mauritania visa from Senegal

Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Senegalese passport holders travelling to Mauritania.

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Visa information

Detailed visa fees for Mauritania aren't listed yet — check the requirements below or contact the embassy directly.

Where to apply

Mauritania embassy & visa application centers in Senegal.

Dakar

Address37, Boulevard Général De Gaulle Dakar Senegal
Phone(+221) 33 823 53 44
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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

              In 1981, Mauritania became the last country in the world to abolish slavery, when a presidential decree abolished the practice. However, no criminal laws were passed to enforce the ban. In 2007, "under international pressure", the government passed a law allowing slaveholders to be prosecuted.

              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.

                          What is the official language of Mauritania

                          The languages of Mauritania mainly consist of various Afroasiatic languages, including Zenaga-Berber, Tamasheq-Berber, Hassaaniya Arabic and Standard written Arabic. French is also used due to colonial influence. Some ethnic minorities speak Niger-Congo languages.
                          Mauritania embassy in Senegal All Senegal visa requirements
                          Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Mauritania visa requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.