Missions abroad

Mauritanian embassies and consulates abroad

  • 31 missions
  • 23 countries
  • 21 embassies

Mauritania runs 31 missions in 23 countries: 21 embassies, 2 consulates, 7 honorary consulates and 1 other office. The largest networks are in France (3), Belgium (2) and Germany (2).

Countries with missions

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Mauritanian embassies and consulates abroad

Visa rules for Mauritania passport holders

Entry rules for Mauritania passport holders199 in total

  • Visa-free26
  • Visa on arrival26
  • Electronic travel authorisation1
  • e-Visa49
  • Visa required97

Visa rules for Mauritania passport holders

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Mauritania’s missions by continent

By continent, 14 of Mauritania’s missions are in Europe, 8 in Africa, 5 in Asia and 4 in the Americas; Europe accounts for 45%.

Where Mauritania has the most missions

After France (3), Mauritania’s largest networks are in Belgium (2), Germany (2), Spain (2), Morocco (2), Turkey (2) and the United States (2).

Embassies of Mauritania

Mauritania has an embassy in 21 countries. In 2 other countries it has consulates, honorary consulates or other offices but no embassy. Of Mauritania’s neighbours, Algeria and Western Sahara have no mission of Mauritania on record.

Honorary consuls of Mauritania

Mauritania has 7 honorary consulates, 23% of its network; like most honorary consulates, it does not normally issue visas or passports. In the Netherlands and Sweden, honorary consuls are its only representation.

Frequently asked questions

Where does Mauritania have the most consulates?

In France, with 3 missions, followed by Belgium (2).

In which countries is Mauritania represented only by honorary consuls?

The Netherlands and Sweden.