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Embassies in Mauritania

Foreign embassies and consulates in Mauritania, plus Mauritania's own diplomatic missions abroad — with contact details, office hours and visa guidance for each.

Mauritania at a glance

Capital
Nouakchott
Population
4.7M
Currency
Mauritanian ouguiya (MRU)
Dial code
+222
Languages
Arabic
ISO code
MR

Diplomatic Overview

Mauritania hosts 41 foreign embassies and diplomatic missions, most of them in Nouakchott, representing countries from 5 continents. Mauritania also maintains 34 embassies and consulates in 32 countries worldwide, spanning 5 continents.

41 Foreign embassies in Mauritania
34 Mauritania missions abroad
5 Continents represented
32 Countries with Mauritania missions

Embassies and Consulates in Mauritania: An Overview

Mauritania is host to 41 foreign diplomatic missions sent by 39 countries. As in most countries, the diplomatic community is centred on the capital, Nouakchott, where 39 of these missions are based. Missions are also present in Nouadhibou.

Which type of mission should you contact?

Not every mission offers the same services. The list below includes 24 embassys, 10 honorary consulates, 5 consulate generals and 2 consulates. An embassy is the main mission and normally sits in the capital; a consulate general or consulate handles visas and passport work for its own region; an honorary consulate offers limited help and usually cannot issue visas. If you are unsure which one to approach, our guide to embassies and consulates explains the difference in plain language. Read the guide →

Mauritania's own missions abroad

Mauritania maintains its own network of 34 embassies and consulates in 32 countries across 5 continents. If you are a Mauritania citizen travelling or living overseas, these are the offices that renew your passport, register a birth abroad and assist in an emergency.

What you will find on each listing

Every listing on this page links to a full profile with the street address, telephone number, email, official website, a map and live opening hours converted to Mauritania local time. Contact details change without notice, so always confirm on the mission's official website before travelling to an appointment.

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Foreign Embassies in Mauritania

41 missions

41 diplomatic missions located in Mauritania, most in Nouakchott. Click any country to find the address, phone number, and visa services.

Mauritania Embassies & Consulates Abroad

34 missions

Mauritania operates 34 diplomatic missions in 32 countries across 5 continents. Click any country to find the address, phone number, and services offered.

Visiting Mauritania — visa basics

Short visits

Entry rules for Mauritania depend on your nationality — many travelers need a visa or electronic authorization, while some enter visa-free for short stays. Check with the nearest Mauritania mission listed above.

Applying for a visa

Applications are handled by Mauritania's embassies and consulates abroad, or through authorized visa centers. Book an appointment and confirm required documents before you apply.

Longer stays & work

Work, study and family visas usually require sponsorship or admission first and take longer to process. Start with the official immigration portal of Mauritania.

Always confirm current requirements with the nearest Mauritania embassy before travel. (Replace this section with your hand-written visa guide for Mauritania.)

Frequently asked questions

How many embassies are there in Mauritania?

Mauritania hosts 41 foreign diplomatic missions — embassies, consulates general, consulates and honorary consulates. The full list above is searchable by country.

Where are most embassies located in Mauritania?

Most missions are concentrated in Nouakchott (39 missions), typically near government ministries and the diplomatic quarter.

Does Mauritania have embassies in other countries?

Yes — Mauritania operates 34 diplomatic missions abroad, each listed above with full contact details.

How do I contact my country's embassy in Mauritania?

Select your country from the list above to open its embassy page, where you'll find phone, email, address, a map and current office hours. For emergencies, use the 24-hour consular line on the official website.