Mauritania

Hoodlum offers expert film fixer services in Mauritania, facilitating international productions of every scale with a full range of services, including location scouting, obtaining permits, full range of logistic support and connecting production teams with local talent and experienced crew.

Ultimate Filming Guide for Mauritania

Capital

Nouakchott

Main Cities

Dakhlet Nouadhibou/Kiffa/Assaba/Dar Naim/Nouakchott Nord

Local Languages

Pulaar, Soninke, and Wolof

Currency

Mauritanian Ouguiya (MRO)

Climate

Diverse Climate

General Visa Requirements:

A vaccine certificate is required for the following: Typhoid; Hepatitis A; Hepatitis B; Polio; Yellow Fever; Rabies; Tdap; MMR

Required Documents:

A valid passport with at least 6 months’ validity
4 recent photos
2 completed and signed visa forms
A cover letter from the applicant’s employer
View application link

Visa Application Process:

Valid passport details (issue and expiry dates)
Completed Mauritania Visa Application form
Date of arrival and departure
Flight information
Hotel confirmation documents
Invitation Letter
Money order
Vaccination Card

Processing Time:

30 Day Visa: $55 90 Day Visa: $95 360 Day Visa: $190

Cost:

30 Day Visa: $55 90 Day Visa: $95 360 Day Visa: $190

Accreditation Requirements:

Hoodlum Film Fixers Mauritania ensures compliance with regulatory authorities, standards, and technical regulations, guaranteeing safe and compliant equipment. We are allied with The International Certification Accreditation Council (ICAC), promoting competency, professional management, and public services through international standards and licensing.

Required Documents:

To apply for accreditation, please provide: List of equipment; Crew passports; Project synopsis; Filming locations within Mauritania; Project duration; Details of final broadcaster

Processing Time:

10 working days

Cost:

Local production company partnership fee (mandatory) Accreditation permit issued at no additional charge.

Issuing Organization:

Ministry of Culture, Youth & Sports
Relations with Parliament, Minister Spokesperson for the Government

Required Documents:

Request letter including Synopsis of the project; Duration of the project; Region of the project; Filming and final broadcast channel.

Processing Time:

10 business days

Cost:

No cost for the permit itself. Application fee applies (amount to be confirmed).

Location Scouting / Location Permits Information:

Hoodlum Film Fixers Mauritania will facilitate negotiations with the private owner to establish mutually agreeable terms and conditions for filming at the location.

Location Scouting / Permitting Cost & Processing Time

We will negotiate a fee with the private owner, ensuring a fair and transparent agreement for both parties.

Drone Regulations:

The Mauritanian agency responsible for drone safety, ANAC, has not codified drone use regulations. This lack of regulation does not imply unrestricted flying. Customs officials may confiscate drones due to unclear laws.

Drone Importation Regulations:

To apply for a local drone authorization: Obtain authorization from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation; Submit a formal request outlining the purpose of drone usage; Provide specifications of the drone(s); Intended filming locations; Duration of stay in the country; Drone registration; Drone insurance; Details of the operator’s qualifications/license

Permit Issuance:

The Civil Aviation Authority Mauritania issues drone permits.

Timing:

Approximately 8-16 weeks.

Cost:

Application cost only (amount not specified).

Carnet Status:

Mauritania is not a Carnet country.

Required Documents:

However, personal effects, including professional equipment, can be temporarily imported duty-free and tax-free under the Customs Convention on Temporary Importation of Professional Equipment, provided they are carried by hand or in luggage.

Issuing Organization:

Customs Administration

Timing:

Approximately 10 working days (2 weeks)

Cost:

Customs duties: subject to tariffs, depending on the list of gear and customs regime Statistical import charge: 1% of the equipment’s value

General Overview:

Mauritania is considered a safe country, and security measures are generally not necessary.

Security Requirements:

The western region of Mauritania, approximately 1200 km from the capital, is a closed military zone. Military authorization is required to pass through this area.