Mauritania

Mauritania uses 220V, 50Hz with socket and plug Type C.

Mauritania uses the Mauritanian ouguiya (symbol: UM), code MRU.

Banknotes come in denominations of 5000, 2000, 1000, 500, 200 and 100 ouguiyas. Ouguiya is subdivided into 5 khoumss. Coins come in denominations of 50, 20, 10, 5, 1 and ⅕ ouguiyas.

Tipping is usually not expected in Mauritania. However, if you are satisfied with the service provided you can show your appreciation by leaving a small ‘extra’ tip. Receipts might sometimes include a service charge. If there is a service charge there is no need to tip.

Automatic teller machines (local names: Guichet automatique bancaire (GAB), distributeur automatique de billets (DAB) or الصرف الآلي) are rare in Mauritania. Your best bet is to look for them in large cities and community places.

You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM — your standard magnetic card will work fine.

Internet speed in Mauritania is on average 1.2 Mbps.

WiFi coverage in Mauritania is very low. It's quite hard to find one.

You can buy a SIM card for about 123.40 MRU, which includes 1 GB of data plan. You can choose from 3 telecoms: Chinguitel, Mattel or Mauritel.

Mauritania uses GSM mobile networks GSM 900.

If you don't want to buy SIM card in Mauritania upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.

To call Mauritania, dial +, then 222 (the country code for Mauritania), then the area code and the local number.

Homosexual practices are illegal in Mauritania. Punishment ranges from a prison sentence, fine, and deportation to a death penalty.

Same-sex marriage is illegal.

The following vaccinations listed for this country are recommended for your protection and to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.