Do I need a visa to travel from United States to Mauritania?

Yes, a visa is required to travel from United States to Mauritania.

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Do I need a visa for Mauritania from United States?

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Essential Mauritania information

Capital : Nouakchott

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.

Weather in Nouakchott

Updated : 2026-04-21 14:30 ⟳

21.5°C

Ensoleillé

Feels like : 21.5°C

Humidity : 70%

Practical travel information

Population : 4,830,000

Languages :

Arabe
Français
Pulaar
Soninké

Currency : UM (Mauritanian Ouguiya)

Continent : Africa

Area : 1,030,700 km²

Coordinates : Lat: 18.00, Lng: -15.98

Government : Islamic Republic Presidential

National day : November 28 - Independence Day

Essential preparations

Timezone : Africa/Nouakchott

Calling code : +222

Internet domain : .mr

Tap water : unsafe

Driving : Right

Tipping : Not common, 5-10% optional

Emergency numbers :

Police : 17
Ambulance : 25
Fire brigade : 18

Electricity : 220V / 50Hz / Plugs : Type C, Type E

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