All workers moving to Mauritania from another country will need to obtain a work visa before starting work in their new position.

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    Requirements for obtaining a Mauritanian work visa

    Visa requirements may vary and differ between embassies. For a complete, up-to-date list of required documents, applicants should contact the Mauritanian embassy, ​​consulate, or diplomatic mission in their country of residence. General requirements for a Mauritanian work visa include:

• Passport valid for at least six months
• Four recent passport photos
• Two completed and signed visa forms
• A cover letter from the applicant's employer
• Information on vaccination against yellow fever
• Proof of residence in Mauritania
• Flight route or copy of tickets
• Payment of the visa fee.

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    The process of obtaining a work visa in Mauritania

    To obtain a visa that allows you to work legally in Mauritania, applicants must complete the following steps:

• Find the nearest Mauritanian embassy or consulate.
• Gather all necessary documentation for your application, including proof of yellow fever vaccination.
• Submit the required materials, including payment, to the Mauritanian Embassy. The Embassy requires applicants to complete this step in person. Some locations may also require an in-person interview.
• Wait for the notification from the relevant officials regarding the decision on the application. Processing time for visa applications varies, so it is best to apply in advance.
• After the visa is approved, the applicant must collect it from the embassy.