We’ve reviewed our advice for Mauritania and continue to advise reconsider your need to travel overall. Higher levels apply in some areas. You must apply for an electronic visa online and receive authorisation from Mauritanian authorities before travelling. You can no longer obtain a visa on arrival.

We advise:

Reconsider your need to travel to Mauritania overall due to the threat of terrorism and kidnapping and the risk of violent crime.

Higher levels apply in some areas.