West Africa · 0.1M visitors/year
Mauritania
🏛️ Nouakchott
💰 MRU · Ouguiya🗣 Arabic🕐 UTC✈️ Visa on arrival
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Annual Visitors
0.1M
Tourism Revenue
$0.05B
UNESCO Sites
2
National Parks
1
📅 Best Season to Visit
October – April
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Capital
Nouakchott
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Currency
MRU · Ouguiya
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Languages
Arabic, French
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Time Zone
UTC
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Visa
Visa on arrival
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.