Basic Travel Requirements for Mauritanians visiting
Jordan
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Jordanian Visa.
- A Mauritanian international passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
- Fully filled and signed visa application form.
- If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
- Passport-size photographs (45 × 35 mm in dimension) taken in white background.
- Travel document.
- Proof of financial support.
- Proof of accommodation.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
- Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
Jordan Visa for Mauritanians
Facts about Jordan
Jordan is an Arab nation on the east bank of the Jordan River, is defined by ancient monuments, nature reserves and seaside resorts. It’s home to the famed archaeological site of Petra, the Nabatean capital dating to around 300 B.C. Set in a narrow valley with tombs, temples and monuments carved into the surrounding pink sandstone cliffs, Petra earns its nickname, the “Rose City.”
Types of Jordan Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Business visa | within 10 business days | 30 |
| Tourist visa | within 10 business days | 30 |
General Requirements for Jordan Visa
- A Mauritanian international passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
- Fully filled and signed visa application form.
- If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
- Passport-size photographs (45 × 35 mm in dimension) taken in white background.
- Travel document.
- Proof of financial support.
- Proof of accommodation.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
- Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
Jordan Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The Mauritanian citizens who are visiting Jordan for the purpose of business are to apply for Jordan business visa.
- The visa valid for two-months for the issuance date with the duration of 30 days only.
- The visa is issued in Single-entry, Double-entries and Multiple-entries.
- The Single entry is charged $56.00 USD on visa fee.
- Double entries is charged $85.00 USD while Multiple entries is $170.00 USD.
- Foreigners looking to do business in Jordan will likely find opportunities in the country’s growing economy. However, it does not necessarily mean that the process of doing business in the country is a smooth one.
- Despite any bureaucratic shortcomings, the warm nature of the Jordanian people certainly makes doing business in the country a more pleasant experience.
- The work week in Jordan runs from Sunday to Thursday. Business hours are usually 8:30 to 13:00 and 15:30 to 18:30, but as Jordanians are not sticklers to time this can vary.
- Arabic is the official language of the country, but most international business dealings are done in English. However, foreigners would do well to learn a few key Arabic phrases, and for the convenience of Jordanian associates but this may not be the case for Mauritanian citizens as they are also Islamic nation.
- It may take foreigners some time to get used to the Jordanian way of doing business. As the state religion, Islamic ideals affect the workplace as do the strong cultural values held by Jordanians but this may not be applicable to Mauritanians.
- Handshakes are the standard greeting in Jordan and eye contact is important. Men should, however, wait for women to initiate a handshake. The most senior person, usually the eldest, should be greeted first.
Jordan Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The Jordan tourist visa is granted to foreigners who are traveling to the country as visitors especially for tourism purposes.
- The Jordanian visa is of three types:
- The visa valid for two-months for the issuance date with the duration of 30 days only.
- The visa is issued in Single-entry, Double-entries and Multiple-entries.
- The Single entry is charged $56.00 USD on visa fee and it valid for two months.
- Double entries is charged $85.00 USD with the validity of three months, while Multiple entries is $170.00 USD and also valid for six months.
- Foreigners are required to declare amounts greater than JOD10,000 or the equivalent in other currencies at entry port.
- Travelers are required to register as soon as they enter the country. Travelers who fail to properly register themselves incur a fine of 1.5 JD (approximately 2 USD) per day beyond their permitted length of stay.
- Mauritanian travelers seeking to extend their stay beyond the initial time frame are legally required to have an HIV/AIDS test performed at a government medical facility as part of a general medical screening.
- Certain areas of Jordan, including Petra, the Dead Sea, and other tourist areas, are prone to heavy rain and flash flooding from October-February. Roads and bridges may become impassable and the Jordanian government may close tourist areas completely.
- The Jordanian constitution provides for freedom of speech and of the press with some restrictions. Insulting the King or members of the Royal Family may lead to detainment or imprisonment.
Jordan Visa Fees
Business visa
56.00 (USD)
Tourist visa
56.00 (USD)