Tanzanian visa for Mauritanian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Mauritanian passport holders visiting Tanzania 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 Tanzania for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Tanzania e-visa for Mauritanian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Tanzania visa on arrival for Mauritanian citizens | Not Available | |
Tanzania tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Mauritanian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Tanzania.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Tanzania.
If you are looking for Tanzania 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 Tanzania nearest your place of residence.
- Nice: The Consulate General of in Nice, ~ 3029.65 kilometers (1882.54 mi) away from Nouakchott, Mauritania. (Working hours: Close now).
- Rome: The Embassy of in Rome, ~ 3194.26 kilometers (1984.82 mi) away from Nouakchott, Mauritania. (Working hours: Close now).
Tanzania visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Tanzania diplomatic mission offices to Mauritania for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Mauritania traveling to Tanzania from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Mauritania) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 82 | N/A |
| 2009 | 76 | -7.32% |
| 2010 | 83 | 9.21% |
| 2011 | 93 | 12.05% |
| 2012 | 115 | 23.66% |
| 2013 | 117 | 1.74% |
| 2014 | 122 | 4.27% |
| 2015 | 121 | -0.82% |
| 2016 | 136 | 12.40% |
| 2017 | 140 | 2.94% |
| 2018 | 152 | 8.57% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Tanzania & Mauritania comparison
Tanzania's area is approximately 885,800 km2 (342,009 sq mi), while the area of Mauritania is approximately 1,030,700 km2 (397,955 sq mi). This means Mauritania is 16.36% larger than Tanzania.
As of October 2025, Tanzania's population is ~68.6 million people - 63,347,955 more people than the population of Mauritania.
We have highlighted Tanzania & Mauritania’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Tanzania | Mauritania | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 68,634,616 | 5,286,661 | 63.3 million more people live in Tanzania than Mauritania |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 38 | 1 | Tanzania has 37 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Mauritania. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 43 | 26 | Tanzania passport holders can visit 17 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 53 | 35 | Tanzanian hosts 18 more foreign missions than Mauritania. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Mauritania travel to Tanzania in one year?
The number of visitors from Mauritania visiting Tanzania in 2018 was approximately 152.
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- Dodoma to Nouakchott: 5338.40 km (3317.13 mi)
- Travel time: 11 hours 7 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025