Diplomatic representation of Mauritania in Canada
Mauritanian Embassy in Ottawa
The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania in Ottawa represents Mauritania in Canada and provides passport, travel-document, civil-status, document and other consular services.
Contact details
Contact the Mauritanian Embassy in Ottawa
The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania is located on Metcalfe Street in downtown Ottawa.
Before visiting: Contact the Embassy before travelling to Ottawa to confirm the current visitor arrangements and the procedure for the consular service you require.
Embassy location
Where is the Mauritanian Embassy in Ottawa?
The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania is located at 81 Metcalfe Street in downtown Ottawa.
The official address is 81 Metcalfe Street, 12th Floor, Ottawa, ON K1P 6K7, Canada.
Applicants should check the current instructions before travelling because several Mauritanian administrative procedures now begin through government digital platforms.
About the mission
About the Mauritanian Embassy in Ottawa
The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania in Ottawa is Mauritania’s resident diplomatic mission in Canada.
The Embassy represents Mauritania in its official relations with Canada and works to strengthen political, economic, cultural and other forms of cooperation between the two countries.
Its activities include political, economic, consular and cultural affairs, as well as assistance to Mauritanian citizens living or travelling in Canada.
The Ottawa mission is also accredited to Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica and Nicaragua and represents Mauritania at the International Civil Aviation Organization in Montreal.
Consular assistance
Consular Services
The Embassy provides administrative and consular assistance to Mauritanian citizens in Canada and publishes procedures for several services through its official website.
Passport renewal
Mauritanian citizens can begin the passport-renewal procedure through the HOUWIYETI digital identity platform and follow the current instructions for applicants residing abroad.
Emergency travel documents
The Embassy provides a procedure for eligible laissez-passer travel documents for Mauritanian citizens who require temporary documentation to travel.
Civil-status documents
Mauritanian citizens can use the current digital procedure to request eligible civil-status records and specify the civil-status centre where the record is registered.
Document legalisation
The Embassy publishes procedures for the legalisation of eligible Mauritanian diplomas and other documents that have first been legalised by the competent authorities in Mauritania.
Certified copies
Eligible applicants can request certification of document copies by presenting the original document together with the required Mauritanian identification and supporting records.
Consular registration
The Embassy provides consular administrative services for Mauritanian citizens residing in Canada, including procedures where a valid consular card is required.
eVisa information
Foreign travellers who require a visa for Mauritania can use the official electronic visa system operated by Mauritania’s National Agency for the Population Register and Secure Titles.
Citizen assistance
Mauritanian citizens living or travelling in Canada can contact the Embassy for consular guidance and assistance in eligible situations.
Digital services: Several Mauritanian administrative procedures now use the HOUWIYETI digital identity system. Check the current Embassy instructions before travelling to Ottawa solely to begin an application.
Mauritanian travel documents
Mauritanian Passport Renewal
The Embassy publishes a digital procedure for Mauritanian citizens who need to renew their passports while residing abroad.
The current procedure begins by authenticating through the HOUWIYETI platform using the applicant’s Mauritanian digital identity.
The applicant then completes the required photograph step, selects the current country of residence and follows the electronic payment procedure using the payment methods supported by the Mauritanian system.
Applicants should follow the current instructions displayed by the official platform and contact the Embassy if physical attendance or additional documentation is required for completion of the application.
Check the digital procedure first: Do not travel to Ottawa solely to start a passport renewal before reviewing the current HOUWIYETI procedure and confirming any required Embassy visit.
Travel to Mauritania
Mauritania eVisa
Mauritania operates an official electronic visa system for foreign travellers who require a visa.
The eVisa system is operated by the National Agency for the Population Register and Secure Titles under Mauritania’s Ministry of the Interior.
The current official system offers electronic visa applications with validity options of 30 days, 90 days and 360 days.
Mauritanian authorities state that visas issued through the system are electronic and can be used for entry through the country’s international ports of entry.
Visa requirements and exemptions depend on nationality and the traveller’s circumstances. Applicants should check the current official rules before submitting an application or travelling.
Use the official eVisa system: Apply through Mauritania’s National Agency for the Population Register and Secure Titles and verify current eligibility, fees and required documents before payment.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Check whether your application begins online and confirm any required Embassy visit before travelling to Ottawa.
Check online services first
Passport renewal and civil-status procedures can begin through Mauritania’s digital government services. Review the current instructions before visiting.
Prepare your consular card
A valid Mauritanian consular card is required for several document and certification procedures published by the Embassy.
Confirm document requirements
Legalisation and certification procedures may require original documents, valid Mauritanian identification, a consular card and prior legalisation by the competent authority.
Frequently asked questions
Mauritanian Embassy Ottawa FAQ
Does Mauritania have an embassy in Canada?
Yes. Mauritania maintains a resident embassy in Ottawa.
What is the address of the Mauritanian Embassy in Ottawa?
The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania is located at 81 Metcalfe Street, 12th Floor, Ottawa, ON K1P 6K7, Canada.
What is the telephone number of the Mauritanian Embassy?
The Embassy publishes +1 613 235 1303 and +1 613 237 3283.
Can I renew a Mauritanian passport from Canada?
The Embassy publishes a passport-renewal procedure that begins through the HOUWIYETI digital identity platform. Applicants should complete the online steps and confirm whether personal attendance in Ottawa is required to complete their application.
Can the Embassy provide a temporary travel document?
Yes. The Embassy publishes a procedure for eligible laissez-passer travel documents for Mauritanian citizens who require temporary travel documentation.
Can I request Mauritanian civil-status documents from Canada?
Yes. The Embassy publishes a digital procedure for eligible civil-status requests through the HOUWIYETI system.
Does the Embassy legalise documents?
Yes. The Embassy publishes procedures for legalising eligible Mauritanian diplomas and other documents and for certifying eligible document copies. Specific identification, consular-card and prior-legalisation requirements apply.
Does Mauritania have an eVisa?
Yes. Mauritania operates an official electronic visa system through the National Agency for the Population Register and Secure Titles. Current visa options include 30-day, 90-day and 360-day electronic visas.
Official information
Sources
Official Mauritanian and Canadian government sources used to verify the Embassy, contact details and consular procedures on this page.