Portugal Visa RequirementsFor Mauritania passport holders
Mauritanian passport holders require a Schengen C-type short-stay visa to enter Portugal. Portugal is a founding Schengen member and processes applications through its embassies and designated visa centers. The visa covers all Schengen states.
Mauritania passport holders require a visa to enter Portugal.
Apply at the Portuguese Embassy or a VFS Global center. Required documents include a valid passport, completed Schengen application form, two biometric photos, travel insurance with EUR 30,000 minimum, confirmed round-trip flights, hotel reservations or invitation letter, 3 months of bank statements, and proof of employment or income. The fee is EUR 80.
Portugal 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 Portugal: What You Need to Know
Portugal does not offer visa-free access to Mauritanian citizens. The standard Schengen visa permits up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Portugal has historical ties to West Africa and processes a significant number of visa applications from the region.
How to Get There
Portugal serves as an Atlantic gateway and has connections to the Americas and Africa. TAP Air Portugal operates routes to/from West Africa. No additional Schengen visa is needed for travel between Portugal and other Schengen states.
Money & Banking
Portugal uses the Euro (EUR). ATMs (Multibanco) are widely available and accept international cards. Cards are broadly accepted. Cash is useful at markets, small restaurants (taskas), and rural areas.
Practical Tips
1. Portugal has direct flight connections from several West African cities which may simplify travel planning.
2. Apply 3-4 weeks before travel.
3. Lisbon and Porto are popular city destinations; the Algarve region is known for beaches.
4. The Portuguese embassy in Mauritania or Senegal may handle applications for the region.
5. Show financial means of at least EUR 40-75 per day depending on accommodation type.