Mauritania

About Mauritania

Mauritania, officially the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, is a country in Western Africa. Its capital and largest political center is Nouakchott. It covers an area of roughly 1,030,700 square kilometers.

The main languages spoken across Mauritania include Arabic. Day-to-day trade runs on the Mauritanian ouguiya (MRU), which you can check against your own currency using our Currency Converter. Mauritania has its own coastline, giving it direct access to maritime trade routes.

FAQs

What is the capital of Mauritania?
Nouakchott is the capital of Mauritania.

What currency is used in Mauritania?
Day-to-day trade runs on the Mauritanian ouguiya (MRU), which you can check against your own currency using our Currency Converter.

How many countries border Mauritania?
Mauritania shares a land border with 4 countries.

What is the calling code for Mauritania?
To call Mauritania from abroad, dial the international access code followed by +222.