Portuguese visa for Mauritanian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Mauritanian passport holders visiting Portugal 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 Portugal for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Portugal e-visa for Mauritanian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Portugal visa on arrival for Mauritanian citizens | Not Available | |
Portugal tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Mauritanian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Portugal.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Portugal.
If you are looking for Portugal 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 Portugal nearest your place of residence.
- Dakar: The Embassy of in Dakar, ~ 984.86 kilometers (611.96 mi) away from Nouakchott, Mauritania. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 9 hours 0 minutes).
- Bissau: The Embassy of in Bissau, ~ 1131.18 kilometers (702.88 mi) away from Nouakchott, Mauritania. (Working hours: Open now ).
Portugal visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Portugal diplomatic mission offices to Mauritania for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Mauritania traveling to Portugal from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Mauritania) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 766 | N/A |
| 2009 | 708 | -7.57% |
| 2010 | 743 | 4.94% |
| 2011 | 799 | 7.54% |
| 2012 | 825 | 3.25% |
| 2013 | 1,009 | 22.30% |
| 2014 | 1,155 | 14.47% |
| 2015 | 1,290 | 11.69% |
| 2016 | 1,469 | 13.88% |
| 2017 | 1,698 | 15.59% |
| 2018 | 1,780 | 4.83% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Portugal & Mauritania comparison
Portugal's area is approximately 91,590 km2 (35,363 sq mi), while the area of Mauritania is approximately 1,030,700 km2 (397,955 sq mi). This means Mauritania is 11.25 times bigger than Portugal.
As of November 2025, Portugal's population is ~10.0 million people - 4,762,195 more people than the population of Mauritania.
We have highlighted Portugal & Mauritania’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Portugal | Mauritania | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 10,048,856 | 5,286,661 | 4.8 million more people live in Portugal than Mauritania |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 128 | 1 | Portugal has 127 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Mauritania. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 141 | 26 | Portugal passport holders can visit 115 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 150 | 35 | Portuguese hosts 115 more foreign missions than Mauritania. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Mauritania travel to Portugal in one year?
The number of visitors from Mauritania visiting Portugal in 2018 was approximately 1,780.
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- Lisbon to Nouakchott: 1859.15 km (1155.22 mi)
- Travel time: 3 hours 52 minutes
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