Algerian visa for Mauritanian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Mauritanian passport holders visiting Algeria for a short-term stay: 3 months.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Mauritanian citizens to enter Algeria for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 3 months |
| Evisa | Algeria e-visa for Mauritanian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Algeria visa on arrival for Mauritanian citizens | Not Available | |
Algeria tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Mauritanian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Algeria.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Algeria.
If you are looking for Algeria visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Mauritania, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Algeria nearest your place of residence.
- Nouakchott: The Embassy of Algeria in Nouakchott, Mauritania (Working hours: Close now)
Algeria visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Algeria diplomatic mission offices to Mauritania for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Mauritania traveling to Algeria from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Mauritania) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 195 | N/A |
| 2009 | 210 | 7.69% |
| 2010 | 228 | 8.57% |
| 2011 | 263 | 15.35% |
| 2012 | 290 | 10.27% |
| 2013 | 301 | 3.79% |
| 2014 | 253 | -15.95% |
| 2015 | 188 | -25.69% |
| 2016 | 224 | 19.15% |
| 2017 | 270 | 20.54% |
| 2018 | 292 | 8.15% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Algeria & Mauritania comparison
Algeria's area is approximately 2,381,740 km2 (919,594 sq mi), while the area of Mauritania is approximately 1,030,700 km2 (397,955 sq mi). This means Mauritania is 2.31 times smaller than Algeria.
As of October 2025, Algeria's population is ~47.9 million people - 42,620,604 more people than the population of Mauritania.
We have highlighted Algeria & Mauritania’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Algeria | Mauritania | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 47,907,265 | 5,286,661 | 42.6 million more people live in Algeria than Mauritania |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 129 | 1 | Algeria has 128 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Mauritania. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 17 | 26 | Algeria passport holders visit 9 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 65 | 35 | Algerian hosts 30 more foreign missions than Mauritania. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Mauritania travel to Algeria in one year?
The number of visitors from Mauritania visiting Algeria in 2018 was approximately 292.
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| Humidity | 36% | |
| Wind | 3.42 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 14:02 PM | |
Useful Information
- Algiers to Nouakchott: 1442.69 km (896.45 mi)
- Travel time: 3 hours 0 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025