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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Mauritania.
in euro (EUR)
Change cash in local currency
Local currency / ISO Code
Ouguiya MRO
Credit cards are rarely accepted. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.
Upon departure, bank receipts must be shown for all exchange transactions.
Euros are preferred when using foreign currency to exchange for local currency (especially outside the cities).
The declaration form must be kept until final departure.
Severe penalties for violations of currency laws.
Keep exchange and transaction receipts.
Reconversion of Ouguiyas difficult.
Time difference with Switzerland
- 1 h / - 2 h during our summer time
National language
Official language
French and Arabic
Capital
Nouakchott
Country code for calling Switzerland
00 041 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Voltage
220 volt
Travel documents for Swiss citizens
Passport still valid 3 months or more with visa and return or onward travel ticket.
Opening hours
Banks
8.00 - 16.00 h (Mon - Thu)
Stores
8.00 - 12.00 h and 14.30 - 19.00 h (Sat - Thu)
Other information
Security
Travel to this country is not advised due to internal conflicts.
Security
Travel to this country is not advised due to internal conflicts.
Swiss Embassy / Consulate
Nouakchott, Ilot C Lot 454
Tel. +222 45 24 28 66
Health situation
Do not drink tap water.
Mosquito protection advised.
Risk of malaria in certain areas.
Vaccination against yellow fever mandatory.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
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