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Mauritania


This advice has been reviewed and reissued with an amendment to the Summary and Terrorism sections (security arrangements, attack on Israeli Embassy). The overall level of the advice has not changed not changed.
There is a high threat from terrorism. Attacks cannot be ruled out and could be indiscriminate, including in places frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers.


We advise against all but essential travel to the area near Mauritania’s border with Algeria, and the area near Mauritania's northern border with Mali east of Nema, because of the risk of banditry, and the activities of armed smugglers and extremist groups.


Travel in Mauritania can be difficult and conditions are poor for overland travel. You should take all necessary steps to protect your safety, especially outside of main urban areas,and you should have confidence in your individual security arrangements. You should also mainatain a high level of vigilance, particularly in public places and take sensible precautions for your personal and vehicle safety. See the Terrorism and Local Travel sections of this advice for more details.


There is no British diplomatic presence in Mauritania and you should register your presence with the British Honorary Consul in Nouakchott. You should inform the Honorary Consul if you intend to travel to areas outside the main cities of Nouakchott and Nouadhibou. See the General (Representation in Mauritania) section of this advice for more details.


Developments in the region may trigger public unrest, especially after Friday prayers. You should avoid large gatherings of people and demonstrations, which can turn hostile. Be particularly alert in public places.


The main type of incident for which British nationals required consular assistance in Mauritania in 2007 were for replacing lost and stolen passports. You should carry a copy of your passport with you at all times for identification purposes.


We strongly recommend that you obtain comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. You should check any exclusions, and that your policy covers you for the activities you want to undertake. See the General (Insurance) section of this advice and Travel Insurance for more details.
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