West Africa
Mauritania
🏛️ Nouakchott
💰 MRU · Ouguiya🗣 Arabic🕐 UTC✈️ Visa on arrival🗓 Best: Oct – Apr
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Annual Visitors
0.1M
Tourism Revenue
$0.05B
UNESCO Sites
2
National Parks
1
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Capital
Nouakchott
Currency
MRU · Ouguiya
Languages
Arabic, French
Time Zone
UTC
Visa
Visa on arrival
Best Season
October – April
Is Mauritania safe to visit?
Mauritania welcomes 0.1M visitors annually. Always check your government travel advisory before booking.
Best time to visit Mauritania?
The best time to visit Mauritania is October – April.
Do I need a visa for Mauritania?
Visa on arrival. Verify with the Mauritania embassy for your nationality.
What currency is used in Mauritania?
The currency is the MRU · Ouguiya.
What language is spoken in Mauritania?
Official language(s): Arabic, French.
💱 Exchange Rates1,000 MRU =
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