Living in Mauritania
Living in Mauritania
Mauritania offers a peaceful, welcoming, and culturally rich environment that blends tradition with modern comfort.
Life in the capital Nouakchott and in major cities combines stability, safety, and an authentic lifestyle rooted in Arab-African hospitality.
The country’s growing digital transformation, affordable cost of living, and expanding amenities make it an attractive destination for professionals, families, and investors seeking a balanced quality of life.
Safety and Stability
Mauritania enjoys political stability and a safe living environment for citizens, expatriates and visitors.
Nouakchott and Nouadhibou host most diplomatic and business missions, supported by reliable public security and modern amenities.
Nouakchott and Nouadhibou host most diplomatic and business missions, supported by reliable public security and modern amenities.
Housing and Cost of Living
Mauritania offers diverse housing options ranging from modern apartments to private villas.
The cost of living is lower than in most West African capitals, with affordable utilities, local services, and domestic staff.
The cost of living is lower than in most West African capitals, with affordable utilities, local services, and domestic staff.
Healthcare
Public hospitals are complemented by a growing network of private clinics and specialized medical centers.
SAMU (Emergency Medical Service) offers 24/7 free emergency response ensuring rapid medical assistance when needed.
SAMU (Emergency Medical Service) offers 24/7 free emergency response ensuring rapid medical assistance when needed.
Education
Mauritania hosts international and bilingual schools (French, English, Arabic) and several private and public universities.
Nouakchott offers recognized institutions serving both Mauritanian and expatriate families, as well as specialized professional training centers.
Nouakchott offers recognized institutions serving both Mauritanian and expatriate families, as well as specialized professional training centers.
Connectivity and Transport
Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport connects the capital to major global destinations.
4G mobile coverage extends to all cities and main roads, and the national fiber-optic backbone ensures fast, reliable internet access.
BHNS (High-Level Bus System) project in Nouakchott offers modern, safe, and fast urban transport.
Private transport apps, taxis, and intercity road links make mobility simple and efficient.
4G mobile coverage extends to all cities and main roads, and the national fiber-optic backbone ensures fast, reliable internet access.
BHNS (High-Level Bus System) project in Nouakchott offers modern, safe, and fast urban transport.
Private transport apps, taxis, and intercity road links make mobility simple and efficient.
Digital and Administrative Service
Mauritania is advancing toward a fully digital administration.
Online and mobile platforms now provide access to key services such as company registration, customs procedures, tax declarations, and electronic payments.
The expansion of mobile payment solutions is transforming business and daily transactions, reinforcing the country’s commitment to a connected, paperless economy.
Online and mobile platforms now provide access to key services such as company registration, customs procedures, tax declarations, and electronic payments.
The expansion of mobile payment solutions is transforming business and daily transactions, reinforcing the country’s commitment to a connected, paperless economy.
E-VISA
E-VISAMauritania has introduced a modern and streamlined e-Visa platform, allowing investors, professionals and visitors to apply online and obtain their visa before arrival.
For investment-related travel, APIM assists investors throughout the visa application process
Nationals of the following countries are exempt from visa requirements for short stays (Up to 90 days): Algeria, Côte d’Ivoire, Gambia, Libya, Mali, Niger, Senegal, Tunisia.
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