🇲🇷Mauritania
Africa
Information
Capital
Nouakchott
Population
4,830,000
Currency
Mauritanian Ouguiya (MRU UM)
Languages
Arabe, Français, Pulaar, Soninké
Continent
Africa
Calling code
+222
Timezone
Africa/Nouakchott
Area
1,030,700 km²
Government
Islamic Republic Presidential
National day
November 28 - Independence Day
Internet domain
.mr
About
Mauritania is a West African country in the Sahel region, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean. It is known for its vast desert, mining resources such as gold and iron, and emerging natural gas sector. The population is largely nomadic or semi-nomadic with a growing economy.
Safety
Risk level :Risque élevé en raison de terrorisme, criminalité et instabilité dans le nord et est.
Risk areas
Nord et Est (Tiris Zemmour, Adrar, Inchiri) - Terrorisme et enlèvementsFrontière Mali - Terrorisme élevéNouakchott - Criminalité modérée
Crime(medium)
- Éviter de marcher seul la nuit
- Ne pas afficher de valeurs
Terrorism(high)
- Éviter les zones frontalières nord et est
- Suivre les avis aux voyageurs
Transport
- Louer un 4x4 avec chauffeur
- Éviter les bus de nuit
Natural risks(Faible, mais inondations saisonnières et tempêtes de sable)
- Vérifier la météo en saison des pluies
Health(Système de santé limité, hôpitaux sous-équipés)
- Vaccins obligatoires: fièvre jaune
- Eau en bouteille, prophylaxie paludisme
Practical tips
- Inscription au consulat avant départ
- Assurance rapatriement obligatoire
- Respecter le code vestimentaire islamique
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city center150
1-bedroom apartment in city center250
1-bedroom apartment in suburb180
3-bedroom apartment in city center450
3-bedroom apartment in suburb350
Food
Inexpensive restaurant meal3
Meal for 2 mid-range restaurant15
McDonald's menu5
Local beer (0.5L)2
Cappuccino1.50
Water (1.5L)0.50
Bread (500g)0.50
Milk (1L)1
Eggs (12)1.50
Chicken (1kg)3
Apples (1kg)2
Bananas (1kg)1
Transport
Public transport ticket0.25
Monthly transport subscription10
Taxi ride (start)1
Taxi (1km)0.50
Gasoline (1L)0.80
Leisure
Fitness membership (monthly)30
Tennis court (1h weekend)10
Cinema5
Theater10
Health
General practitioner consultation10
Dentist consultation20
Antibiotic medications5
Cold medications (6 days)10
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)20
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)10
Public services for 85m² apartment50
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)30
Nike sports shoes50
International primary school (monthly)200
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage220V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType C, Type E
Emergency numbers
Police17
Ambulance25
Fire department18
Practical information
Driving side
Right
Tap water
unsafe
Tipping
Not common, 5-10% optional