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IranIran visa requirements for Mauritania citizens (2026)
Visa-free · up to 15 days. No. Mauritania passport holders do not need a visa for Iran for tourism and can stay up to 15 days. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel.
Visa-free for up to 15 days, no advance application needed.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
Iran entry requirements for Mauritania citizens
- Requirement
- Visa-free
- Allowed stay
- 15 days
What to bring to Iran
- Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement)
- Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for
Iran at a glance for travellers
- 188 of 198 passports can enter Iran without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
- The Mauritania passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 50 destinations in our dataset.
Sources and last checked
| What | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement & allowed stay | Open passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026) | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Official portal | Iran MFA e-Visa | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Independent official overview | UK FCDO, Iran entry requirements | 22 Oct 2026 |
The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.
Frequently asked questions
Do Mauritania citizens need a visa for Iran?
No. Mauritania passport holders do not need a visa for Iran for tourism and can stay up to 15 days. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel.
How long can Mauritania passport holders stay in Iran?
Up to 15 days per visit for tourism without a visa. Overstaying can lead to fines or entry bans.
What documents do Mauritania passport holders need for Iran?
Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival); Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address); Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement); Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for.
Do Mauritania passport holders need to apply for anything before travelling to Iran?
No advance visa application is needed for a tourist visit. Carry a valid passport and proof of onward travel.