Spain Visa RequirementsFor Mauritania passport holders
Mauritanian citizens must apply for a Schengen C-type short-stay visa to enter Spain. Spain is a founding Schengen member and processes applications through its embassies and designated visa centers. The visa covers all Schengen member states.
Mauritania passport holders require a visa to enter Spain.
Apply at the Spanish Embassy in Nouakchott or a designated visa application 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 bookings, bank statements for 3 months, and proof of employment or income. The fee is EUR 80.
Spain 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 Spain: What You Need to Know
Spain does not offer visa-free access to Mauritanian citizens. The Schengen short-stay visa allows up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Spain has a Spanish Embassy in Nouakchott which processes Schengen visa applications for Mauritanian citizens.
How to Get There
Spain offers proximity to Mauritania with direct flights via Iberia and Air Arabia Maroc from Nouakchott or connections through Casablanca. Canary Islands (Las Palmas) have some direct connections to West Africa.
Money & Banking
Spain uses the Euro (EUR). ATMs are widely available throughout the country. Credit and debit cards are accepted almost everywhere. Contactless payments are standard. Cash is useful at markets and smaller establishments.
Practical Tips
1. Spain's embassy in Nouakchott directly processes Schengen applications for Mauritanian citizens.
2. Apply 3-4 weeks before your travel date.
3. Spain is ideal for beach tourism, culture, and food; plan a detailed itinerary.
4. A Schengen visa for Spain is valid for all Schengen states.
5. Show financial means of at least EUR 100 per person per day or EUR 900 per trip.