How to Get Mauritania Tourist Visit Visa from London
Mauritania is an Islamic country located in West Africa. The cultural diversity, friendly behavior of people and the memorable generosity, tied with geographic accessibility makes the Mauritania as the preferred destination for many tourists. It is a perfect reflection of Islamic, Arab and African culture which sounds attractive for tourists to explore 3 specialties at one destination. British Tourists take special interest in visiting a country which offers them all the tastes of Arab-African culture. It may be a little bit complex for visitors to apply for a Mauritania Tourist Visit Visa from London. The following Step by Step guide on How to apply for a Mauritania Tourists Visit Visa from London will help you in Visa application process of a country where a unique touch of life is waiting for you.
Instructions
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Visa Requirement
A visa is required in all cases if you want to travel Mauritania, no matter from where you are. Only the nationals of African Countries are exempt from the requirement of Visa. Following are the requirements to apply for a Tourist visit visa of Mauritania.
a) A valid Passport with a validity of at least 6 months from the date of return.
b) 2 completed and signed application forms.
c) 2 recent colored ID size Photographs.
d) Schedule of your tour including the information regarding the accommodation reserved in Mauritania.
e) Copy of Return Air ticket.
f) A letter of financial solvency issued by the bank of applicant.
g) Certificate of vaccination against diseases.
h) In case of curtsy or Diplomatic visa, a letter of recommendation from Mission or government agencies is required.
i) For information regarding the requirements at the time of Immigration, contact Mauritanian embassy in London.
j) Sufficient amount of funds to support your travel, however, the Mauritanian Currency is recommended. -
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Visa Application Form
Visa application forms can be obtained from the Embassy of Mauritania in London. You just have to set an appointment with the Embassy official. The address details are as follows:
Embassy of Mauritania in London -
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Visa Fee
The Mauritanian Embassy charges £62.50 for 2 months single entry Tourist Visit Visa and £130.00 for 3-6 months multiple entries Tourist Visit Visa. Ask from the Embassy about the mode of payment and up to date rates. -
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Submission of Application
Make a contact with the Mauritanian Embassy situated in London to get assistance over the matter of Submission of your applications along with the required documents. The contact details are mentioned above. -
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Processing Time and Collection
If all the requirements are fulfilled, Visas are issued within 10-15 days normally. The Mauritanian Embassy will tell you about when and how to collect the visa after necessary process. -
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Final Checklist
To avoid the unnecessary delays in process, you are required to check these things.
a) Verify that all the documents required by Embassy are enclosed properly with your application.
b) Ensure the validity of your passport which must be at least 6 months.
c) Confirmation from the Hotel reserved is to be checked.
d) Confirmation of date and time of departure and arrival.
e) Proper vaccination and insurance policy is to be varied.
f) Availability of sufficient funds in your account. -
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Things that you are Allowed to Take
Make special attention for the things which are to be taken and which are not allowed to take with you while traveling to Mauritania.
a) Alcohol is strictly prohibited in Mauritania since it is an Islamic country. You are not allowed to involve in the activity of Sale and Purchase of Alcoholic products.
b) International Credit cards are normally not accepted by the ATMs in Mauritania, so you should take some Mauritanian currency with you.
c) Ask from the Maritanian Embassy in London about the kind of things you can take with you and in what quantity.
d) Take proper clothings with you to put on. Partly covered (half naked) bodies are not considered good in a Muslim country.
