diff --git a/addons/contacts/__manifest__.py b/addons/contacts/__manifest__.py
index 1df86af5667..5eef2f47a17 100644
--- a/addons/contacts/__manifest__.py
+++ b/addons/contacts/__manifest__.py
@@ -10,7 +10,7 @@
 This module gives you a quick view of your contacts directory, accessible from your home page.
 You can track your vendors, customers and other contacts.
 """,
-    'depends': ['base'],
+    'depends': ['base', 'mail'],
     'data': [
         'views/contact_views.xml',
     ],