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Egyptian Embassy in Mauritania

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Egypt is represented in Mauritania by 1 mission: an embassy in Nouakchott. Mauritanian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Egypt.

Egyptian Embassy in Nouakchott

At فيلا 269 موديل اف ـ سنتر اميتير – نواكشوط, Nouakchott, the Egyptian embassy represents Egypt towards Mauritania.

Egypt visa for Mauritanian citizens

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Egypt visa requirements for citizens of Mauritania

  • Tourist visa from an Egyptian embassy or consulate
  • Business visa (consular)
  • 7 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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Mauritanian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Egypt. From Mauritania, the application is made at the Egyptian embassy in Nouakchott or through a visa centre appointed by Egypt.

Mauritania’s missions in Egypt

Missions of Mauritania in Egypt (1)

In return, Mauritania has an embassy in Egypt, in Cairo.

Good to know

Egypt in Mauritania

Worldwide, Egypt has 164 missions in 125 countries; one of them is in Mauritania.

Travel to Mauritania for Egyptian citizens

Mauritania requires a visa from Egyptian citizens, available online as an e-Visa for up to 90 days. In Mauritania, Egyptian citizens can turn to the Egyptian embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the Egyptian embassy in Mauritania is closed

The Egyptian embassy in Mauritania closes on Mauritania’s public holidays, the next being Independence Day on Saturday 28 November 2026, New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027 and Labour Day on Saturday 1 May 2027, and usually on some holidays of Egypt, such as Christmas Day (Orthodox) on Thursday 7 January 2027.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Egyptian embassy in Mauritania?

The Egyptian embassy is in Nouakchott, at فيلا 269 موديل اف ـ سنتر اميتير – نواكشوط, Nouakchott.

Do Mauritanian citizens need a visa for Egypt?

Egypt requires Mauritanian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.

Do Egyptian citizens need a visa for Mauritania?

Mauritania requires a visa from Egyptian citizens, available online as an e-Visa for up to 90 days.

Does Mauritania have an embassy in Egypt?

Yes, Mauritania has its embassy in Cairo.