Senegalese visa for Mauritanian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Mauritanian passport holders visiting Senegal for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Mauritanian citizens to enter Senegal for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Senegal e-visa for Mauritanian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Senegal visa on arrival for Mauritanian citizens | Not Available | |
Senegal tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Mauritanian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Senegal.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Senegal.
If you are looking for Senegal 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 Senegal nearest your place of residence.
- Pointe-Noire: The Consulate of in Pointe-Noire, ~ 3795.20 kilometers (2358.23 mi) away from Nouakchott, Mauritania. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 4 hours 36 minutes).
- Brazzaville: The Embassy of in Brazzaville, ~ 3914.31 kilometers (2432.24 mi) away from Nouakchott, Mauritania. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 4 hours 36 minutes).
Senegal visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Senegal diplomatic mission offices to Mauritania for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Mauritania traveling to Senegal from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Mauritania) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 95 | N/A |
| 2009 | 89 | -6.32% |
| 2010 | 99 | 11.24% |
| 2011 | 106 | 7.07% |
| 2012 | 106 | 0.00% |
| 2013 | 117 | 10.38% |
| 2014 | 106 | -9.40% |
| 2015 | 111 | 4.72% |
| 2016 | 133 | 19.82% |
| 2017 | 150 | 12.78% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Senegal & Mauritania comparison
Senegal's area is approximately 192,530 km2 (74,336 sq mi), while the area of Mauritania is approximately 1,030,700 km2 (397,955 sq mi). This means Mauritania is 5.35 times bigger than Senegal.
As of October 2025, Senegal's population is ~19.0 million people - 13,759,555 more people than the population of Mauritania.
We have highlighted Senegal & Mauritania’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Senegal | Mauritania | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 19,046,216 | 5,286,661 | 13.8 million more people live in Senegal than Mauritania |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 8 | 1 | Senegal has 7 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Mauritania. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 32 | 26 | Senegal passport holders can visit 6 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 58 | 35 | Senegalese hosts 23 more foreign missions than Mauritania. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Mauritania travel to Senegal in one year?
The number of visitors from Mauritania visiting Senegal in 2017 was approximately 150.
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Useful Information
- Dakar to Nouakchott: 739.71 km (459.64 mi)
- Travel time: 1 hours 32 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025