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NauruNauru visa requirements for Mauritania citizens (2026)
Embassy visa required. Yes. Mauritania passport holders need a visa for Nauru that must be issued before travel, usually with an embassy or visa-center appointment. Usually 2–6 weeks after the embassy appointment.
Embassy visa required. Apply in person at the embassy, consulate or official visa center.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
Nauru visa requirements for Mauritania citizens
- Requirement
- Embassy visa required
- Allowed stay
- Set by the embassy on your visa
- Embassy processing
- Usually 2–6 weeks after the embassy appointment
Typical estimate
Documents needed
- Completed visa application form
- Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages (plus old passports)
- 2 recent passport photos to the embassy’s spec
- Bank statements (often the last 3–6 months)
- Employment / leave letter or business / study proof
- Hotel bookings and a flight reservation
- Travel medical insurance where required
- Appointment confirmation and biometrics (fingerprints)
How Mauritania citizens apply for the Nauru visa
- Choose the right visa category (tourist / visitor).
- Book an appointment at the embassy or official visa center.
- Gather documents: forms, photos, bank statements, bookings, insurance.
- Attend the appointment, give biometrics and pay the fee.
- Track the application and collect your passport.
Easier alternatives for Mauritania passport holders
Popular destinations with simpler entry for the Mauritania passport than Nauru, easiest first. Only rules we have verified against an official source are listed.
| Destination | Requirement | Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | eTA / ETA required | Per visa terms |
| Thailand | e-Visa required | Per visa terms |
Nauru at a glance for travellers
- 16 of 198 passports can enter Nauru 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 | Nauru – government portal | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Independent official overview | UK FCDO, Nauru 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 Nauru?
Yes. Mauritania passport holders need a visa for Nauru that must be issued before travel, usually with an embassy or visa-center appointment. Usually 2–6 weeks after the embassy appointment.
What documents do Mauritania passport holders need for Nauru?
Completed visa application form; Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages (plus old passports); 2 recent passport photos to the embassy’s spec; Bank statements (often the last 3–6 months); Employment / leave letter or business / study proof; Hotel bookings and a flight reservation; Travel medical insurance where required; Appointment confirmation and biometrics (fingerprints).
Where do Mauritania passport holders apply for a Nauru visa?
At the embassy, consulate or official visa center of Nauru that serves your place of residence, usually in person with an appointment and biometrics.
How long does a Nauru visa take for Mauritania passport holders?
Usually 2–6 weeks after the embassy appointment (typical estimate). Appointment availability varies, so start several weeks before your trip.