Greece Visa RequirementsFor Mauritania passport holders
Mauritanian citizens must obtain a Schengen C-type visa before entering Greece. Greece is a full Schengen member and processes applications through its embassies and affiliated visa centers. The visa permits travel across all Schengen countries.
Mauritania passport holders require a visa to enter Greece.
Apply at the Greek Embassy or a designated visa application center. Documents include a valid passport with at least 3 months validity beyond your stay, a completed application form, two biometric photos, travel insurance (EUR 30,000 minimum), confirmed round-trip flights, accommodation bookings, bank statements for 3 months, and proof of occupation. The fee is EUR 80.
Greece is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Mauritania to Greece: What You Need to Know
Greece does not grant visa-free access to Mauritanian passport holders. The standard Schengen short-stay visa allows up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Greece's popular tourist islands and ancient history make it a sought-after Schengen destination.
How to Get There
Greece is accessible from Mauritania via connecting flights through Paris, Casablanca, or Istanbul. Transiting through a non-Schengen country like Turkey requires checking transit visa requirements separately.
Money & Banking
Greece uses the Euro (EUR). ATMs are widespread throughout the mainland and islands. Major credit cards are broadly accepted. In smaller island communities and local tavernas, cash is preferred.
Practical Tips
1. Summer (June-August) is peak season in Greece; apply for a visa several months in advance.
2. Greek islands can only be reached by domestic flights or ferries from Athens.
3. Travel insurance covering medical evacuation is particularly important for island visits.
4. Show sufficient funds, approximately EUR 50 per day.
5. A multiple-entry Schengen visa is useful if you plan to leave and re-enter Greece.