ExploEntry rules · Mauritania → Angola
Do Mauritanian citizens need a visa for Angola?
Yes. Mauritanian citizens need to get a visa in advance for Angola.
- Entry rule
- Visa required
- Allowed stay
- Set by the permit
- Mauritanian passport
- 158th of 197 · 25 visa-free
Before you go
- You need a visa before you travel. Apply through the embassy or consulate, or the visa centre it names.
- Expect to provide documents such as your passport, a photo, an itinerary and proof of funds, and sometimes an invitation. Biometrics may be taken in person.
- Processing often takes several weeks. Apply early and avoid non-refundable tickets until the visa is approved.
- Pick the visa type that matches your purpose: tourism, business, transit or study.
See also: the six-month passport rule and visa-free, visa on arrival, eTA and e-Visa explained.
Angola at a glance
- Capital
- Luanda
- Currency
- Angolan kwanza (Kz, AOA)
- Languages
- Portuguese
- Calling code
- +244
- Drives on the
- right
- Power plugs
- Type C · 220 V · 50 Hz
More: Angola travel guide · is my passport valid long enough?
Right now in Luanda
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How other passports get into Angola
- United StatesVisa-free
- United KingdomVisa-free
- IndiaVisa-free
- CanadaVisa-free
- AustraliaVisa-free
- GermanyVisa-free
- FranceVisa-free
- ItalyVisa-free
All passports for Angola · Going the other way: Angolan citizens to Mauritania
Questions
Do Mauritanian citizens need a visa for Angola?
Yes. Mauritanian citizens need to get a visa in advance for Angola.
How long can Mauritanian citizens stay in Angola?
The length of stay is set by the visa you receive, so check it when you apply. It is commonly 30 to 90 days for tourism, but it varies by country and permit type.
How do I apply for a Angola visa?
Apply through the embassy or consulate of the destination, or the visa centre it names, usually with your passport, photo, itinerary and proof of funds. Start several weeks before you travel.
How long must my passport be valid for Angola?
Many countries want at least 3 to 6 months of validity beyond the day you leave, and some also ask for blank pages. Our data does not list the rule for each country, so confirm it with the official immigration site before you book.
How up to date is this information?
Entry rules come from the open Passport Index dataset by Ilya Ilyankou (MIT), last updated 18 February 2026. Governments change rules often, so treat this as a guide and check with the embassy or the official immigration site before you book.
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Get the appSource: Passport Index dataset by Ilya Ilyankou (MIT), updated 18 February 2026. Always check official rules before you travel.