- Address
- Nouakchott, Rue Abou Bakr, B.P. 221
- Phone
- +222 45-25-19-73
- Website
- mauritanie.mid.ru
- Head of mission
- Маленко Алексей Владимирович
Russia
Mauritania
Russian Embassy in Mauritania
1 embassy
In Mauritania, Russia has an embassy in Nouakchott. Russia requires Mauritanian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Russian Embassy in Nouakchott
Russia has its embassy in Nouakchott, the capital; the address on record is Nouakchott, Rue Abou Bakr, B.P. 221. The head of mission on record is Маленко Алексей Владимирович. Its phone number and website are on its page.
Russia visa for Mauritanian citizens
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Russia visa requirements for citizens of Mauritania
- Unified electronic visa (e-visa)
- Regular tourist visa
- Private, business, study and work visas (invitation-based)
- 11 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
Russia requires Mauritanian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance. In Mauritania, applications go to the Russian embassy in Nouakchott, or to a visa centre working for Russia.
Mauritania’s missions in Russia
Missions of Mauritania in Russia (1)
In return, Mauritania has an embassy in Russia, in Moscow.
Good to know
Russia in Mauritania
Worldwide, Russia has 301 missions in 155 countries; one of them is in Mauritania.
Travel to Mauritania for Russian citizens
Russian citizens need an e-Visa for Mauritania, applied for online before travel and valid for up to 90 days. In Mauritania, Russian citizens can turn to the Russian embassy for passports and emergency help.
When the Russian embassy in Mauritania is closed
The Russian 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 Russia, such as New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Russian embassy in Mauritania?
The Russian embassy is in Nouakchott, at Nouakchott, Rue Abou Bakr, B.P. 221.
Do Mauritanian citizens need a visa for Russia?
Mauritanian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Russia.
Do Russian citizens need a visa for Mauritania?
Mauritania requires a visa from Russian citizens, available online as an e-Visa for up to 90 days.
Does Mauritania have an embassy in Russia?
Yes, Mauritania has its embassy in Moscow.