Mauritania travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Mauritania with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Mauritania.

Mauritania travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Mauritania with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Mauritania - quick facts
Time difference UK +0 hours
Language(s) Arabic, French
Currency Mauritanian Ouguiya
Electricity C + E + F plug (220V)
Driving side Right
Visa✝ Yes

✝ = requirements for UK travellers.

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Mauritania weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °C
28°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Nouakchott28
31°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Nouakchott31
33°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Nouakchott33
34°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Nouakchott34
35°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Nouakchott35
35°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Nouakchott35
32°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Nouakchott32
33°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Nouakchott33
35°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Nouakchott35
37°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Nouakchott37
34°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Nouakchott34
30°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Nouakchott30
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
1 day with some rainfall in January in Nouakchott1
1 day with some rainfall in February in Nouakchott1
0 days with some rainfall in March in Nouakchott0
0 days with some rainfall in April in Nouakchott0
0 days with some rainfall in May in Nouakchott0
0 days with some rainfall in June in Nouakchott0
1 day with some rainfall in July in Nouakchott1
2 days with some rainfall in August in Nouakchott2
2 days with some rainfall in September in Nouakchott2
0 days with some rainfall in October in Nouakchott0
0 days with some rainfall in November in Nouakchott0
0 days with some rainfall in December in Nouakchott0
Sea temperature °C
18°C sea temperature in January in Nouakchott18
18°C sea temperature in February in Nouakchott18
18°C sea temperature in March in Nouakchott18
18°C sea temperature in April in Nouakchott18
18°C sea temperature in May in Nouakchott18
22°C sea temperature in June in Nouakchott22
25°C sea temperature in July in Nouakchott25
27°C sea temperature in August in Nouakchott27
27°C sea temperature in September in Nouakchott27
26°C sea temperature in October in Nouakchott26
23°C sea temperature in November in Nouakchott23
21°C sea temperature in December in Nouakchott21

The Mauritania weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Nouakchott.

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Mauritania travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Mauritania from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Mauritania.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Mauritania travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Mauritania with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Mauritania, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Mauritania FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Mauritania including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Are there entry restrictions to Mauritania?

Mauritania is open for tourism from the UK.

Negative PCR test results or proof of full Covid-19 vaccination required for arrivals from the UK.

Check out Ministry of Health, Republic of Mauritania for more information.

What is the time difference between Mauritania and the UK?

The time difference between Mauritania and the UK is UK time+0 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Mauritania?

The main languages spoken in Mauritania are Arabic and French.

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What is the currency in Mauritania?

The currency in Mauritania is the Mauritanian Ouguiya (MRU).

Which plugs are used in Mauritania?

Mauritania uses electrical plug type C + E + F (220 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Mauritania?

They drive on the right side of the road in Mauritania.

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Do you need a visa for Mauritania?

Yes, UK passport holders do need a visa to enter Mauritania.

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