Omani visa for Mauritanian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Mauritanian passport holders visiting Oman for a short-term stay: 14 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Mauritanian citizens to enter Oman for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 14 days |
| Evisa | Oman e-visa for Mauritanian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Oman visa on arrival for Mauritanian citizens | Not Available | |
Oman tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Mauritanian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Oman.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Oman.
If you are looking for Oman 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 Oman nearest your place of residence.
- Rabat: The Embassy of in Rabat, ~ 1498.92 kilometers (931.38 mi) away from Nouakchott, Mauritania. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 51 minutes).
- Algiers: The Embassy of in Algiers, ~ 2210.64 kilometers (1373.63 mi) away from Nouakchott, Mauritania. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 51 minutes).
Oman visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Oman diplomatic mission offices to Mauritania for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Mauritania traveling to Oman from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Mauritania) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 151 | N/A |
| 2009 | 167 | 10.60% |
| 2010 | 159 | -4.79% |
| 2011 | 112 | -29.56% |
| 2012 | 137 | 22.32% |
| 2013 | 153 | 11.68% |
| 2014 | 177 | 15.69% |
| 2015 | 210 | 18.64% |
| 2016 | 257 | 22.38% |
| 2017 | 255 | -0.78% |
| 2018 | 253 | -0.78% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Oman & Mauritania comparison
Oman's area is approximately 309,500 km2 (119,498 sq mi), while the area of Mauritania is approximately 1,030,700 km2 (397,955 sq mi). This means Mauritania is 3.33 times bigger than Oman.
As of October 2025, Oman's population is ~5.8 million people - 496,592 more people than the population of Mauritania.
We have highlighted Oman & Mauritania’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Oman | Mauritania | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,783,253 | 5,286,661 | 496592 more people live in Oman than Mauritania |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 40 | 1 | Oman has 39 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Mauritania. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 39 | 26 | Oman passport holders can visit 13 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 61 | 35 | Omani hosts 26 more foreign missions than Mauritania. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Mauritania travel to Oman in one year?
The number of visitors from Mauritania visiting Oman in 2018 was approximately 253.
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- Travel time: 13 hours 56 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025