Mauritania
All Visa Pathways(16 visas)
MauritaniaAsylum and Refugee Residence
Humanitarian status for individuals recognized as refugees or asylum seekers.
MauritaniaBusiness Visa (Visa d'Affaires)
For attending meetings, conferences, negotiations, or exploring investment opportunities with invitation from a Mauritanian company
MauritaniaCourtesy Visa (Visa de Courtoisie)
Gratis visa issued to holders of diplomatic, service, or UN passports with a letter of recommendation from a mission or government agency
MauritaniaCulture & Sports Visa (Visa Culture/Sports)
For participation in cultural events, artistic exchanges, or sporting competitions and activities in Mauritania
MauritaniaDiplomatic Visa (Visa Diplomatique)
Reserved for government representatives and diplomats traveling on official missions to Mauritania
MauritaniaFamily Reunification Permit (Regroupement Familial)
Allows spouses and minor children of foreign workers holding valid permits to join them and reside in Mauritania
MauritaniaFamily Visit Visa (Visa Familial)
Short-term e-visa for visiting family members residing in Mauritania
MauritaniaLong-Stay Visa (Visa de Long Séjour)
Required for stays exceeding 90 days and serves as prerequisite for obtaining residency and work permits
MauritaniaPermanent Work Visa (Visa de Travail Permanent)
Long-term employment visa for skilled or managerial roles with pathway to permanent residence after continuous legal residency
MauritaniaPermis A — Work Permit Class A
Employer-sponsored fixed-term work authorization for skilled foreign professionals in Mauritania's mining, petroleum, fisheries, and agriculture sectors.
MauritaniaStudent Residence Permit (Carte de Séjour Étudiant)
For foreign nationals pursuing academic programs at Mauritanian educational institutions, valid for the duration of studies
MauritaniaTemporary Work Visa (Visa de Travail Temporaire)
Employer-sponsored visa for short-term employment, project-based or seasonal work lasting up to one year
MauritaniaTourist e-Visa (Visa Touristique)
Electronic visa for leisure, sightseeing, or visiting friends, valid up to 90 days
MauritaniaTransit Visa (Visa de Transit)
For travelers passing through Mauritania en route to another destination, valid for up to 5 days
MauritaniaWP-B — Work Permit Class B
Issued for foreign expatriates with specialized skills or professions for a maximum duration of four years.
MauritaniaWP-C — Work Permit Class C
Long-term work authorization for expatriates who have resided and worked in Mauritania for more than ten years.