Travel Restrictions

Entry Requirements

• Anyone arriving to Mauritania will be required to present a negative PCR test, no older than 3 days.
• Fully vaccinated arrivals are exempt.
• All arrivals will undergo a temperature check and might be required to take more tests, based on the results.
• All arrivals must fill in a health declaration.

General

Mauritania's air borders are open, and domestic restrictions are gradually being lifted.

Can I Travel to Mauritania?

• Commercial flights to Mauritania have resumed.
• Only vaccinated arrivals are permitted to enter Mauritania.

Do I need to go into quarantine when arriving to Mauritania?

Arrivals who test positive upon entry to Mauritania, or that is showing symptoms, will be quarantined at a government facility for 10 days.

Are Covid-19 tests required to travel to Mauritania?

• Anyone arriving to Mauritania will be required to present a negative PCR test, no older than 3 days.
• Fully vaccinated arrivals are exempt.
• All arrivals will undergo a temperature check and might be required to take more tests, based on the results.
• All arrivals must fill in a health declaration.

Is public transportation open in Mauritania?

Public transportation in Mauritania is operating.

Are restaurants and bars open in Mauritania?

Restaurants in Mauritania are open under capacity limitation and social distancing measures.

Are businesses and attractions open in Mauritania?

• Non-essential businesses and attractions in Mauritania are open under capacity limitations and social distancing measures.
• All public gatherings are banned until further notice and theatres have been closed.

Do I need to wear a face mask in Mauritania?

Wearing face masks is required in all public places.