Yes, a visa is required to travel from Mauritania to Albania.
Do I need a visa for Albania from Mauritania?
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Mauritanian nationals need a visa before travelling to Albania for tourism. The application is filed in advance, as this passport has no visa-free entry.
Travellers from Mauritania are not covered by Albania's visa waiver, so they must lodge a short-stay tourist visa application before departure. This is done at the Albanian embassy accredited to Nouakchott or through the official e-Visa portal run by Albania's Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs. With no Albanian embassy in Mauritania, applications usually go via an accredited regional mission or the online channel.
Is a visa required?
Yes. A Mauritanian passport does not permit visa-free entry to Albania, including for tourism, so a short-stay visa must be obtained before travel. Check the permitted length of stay and visa validity against the official source before booking anything.
How and where to apply
Two options exist: the Albanian e-Visa portal (e-visa.al) for an online submission, or the Albanian embassy/consulate whose jurisdiction covers Nouakchott, often an accredited regional mission. As Albania keeps no permanent post in Mauritania, first identify the responsible consulate before sending your documents.
Documents and fees
Gather a passport valid at least 6 months beyond your planned entry, a completed application form, recent passport photos, proof of accommodation, an itinerary and evidence of sufficient funds. The visa fee is not confirmed here; verify the current official tariff on e-albania.al or with the embassy before making any payment.
Processing and tips
Processing time varies by channel and is not guaranteed, so allow several weeks. Have documents translated if the embassy requires it and check health requirements, notably yellow fever, given your routing from Mauritania. Keep a digital copy of the whole file.
Common mistakes
Do not rely on a visa on arrival, which is not assured for Mauritanians. Avoid a passport with insufficient validity and unconfirmed bookings. Submitting an incomplete file, or one to the wrong consular post, delays or jeopardises the application.
Official sources
- e-Albania — portail officiel des services de l'État albanais
- Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs of Albania
- Albania e-Visa — online visa application
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Albania from Mauritania?▾
Yes, an e-visa (electronic visa) is required. It is applied for online before departure and allows a stay of 1 year.
How long can you stay in Albania?▾
The tourist visa allows a stay of 1 year.
What other visa types exist for Albania?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, Albania offers among others: Business visa, Work visa, Student visa, Family Reunification, Transit visa.
Data verified on 23/07/2026
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