Lesotho visa for Mauritanian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Mauritanian passport holders visiting Lesotho for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Mauritanian citizens to enter Lesotho for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Lesotho e-visa for Mauritanian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Lesotho visa on arrival for Mauritanian citizens | Not Available | |
Lesotho tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Mauritanian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Lesotho.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Lesotho.
If you are looking for Lesotho 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 Lesotho nearest your place of residence.
- Tripoli: The Embassy of in Tripoli, ~ 2722.58 kilometers (1691.73 mi) away from Nouakchott, Mauritania. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 47 minutes).
- Rome: The Embassy of in Rome, ~ 3196.05 kilometers (1985.94 mi) away from Nouakchott, Mauritania. (Working hours: Close now).
Lesotho visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Lesotho diplomatic mission offices to Mauritania for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Mauritania traveling to Lesotho from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Mauritania) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 32 | N/A |
| 2009 | 38 | 18.75% |
| 2010 | 47 | 23.68% |
| 2011 | 44 | -6.38% |
| 2012 | 47 | 6.82% |
| 2013 | 48 | 2.13% |
| 2014 | 119 | 147.92% |
| 2015 | 119 | 0.00% |
| 2016 | 132 | 10.92% |
| 2017 | 125 | -5.30% |
| 2018 | 129 | 3.20% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Lesotho & Mauritania comparison
Lesotho's area is approximately 30,360 km2 (11,722 sq mi), while the area of Mauritania is approximately 1,030,700 km2 (397,955 sq mi). This means Mauritania is 33.95 times bigger than Lesotho.
As of October 2025, Lesotho's population is ~2.2 million people - 3,058,723 fewer people than the population of Mauritania.
We have highlighted Lesotho & Mauritania’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Lesotho | Mauritania | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,227,938 | 5,286,661 | 3.1 million fewer people live in Lesotho than Mauritania |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 14 | 1 | Lesotho has 13 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Mauritania. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 48 | 26 | Lesotho passport holders can visit 22 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 7 | 35 | Lesotho hosts 28 fewer foreign missions than Mauritania. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Mauritania travel to Lesotho in one year?
The number of visitors from Mauritania visiting Lesotho in 2018 was approximately 129.
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- Maseru to Nouakchott: 6400.63 km (3977.17 mi)
- Travel time: 13 hours 20 minutes
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