Nouadhibou: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Nouadhibou, formerly named Port-Étienne, is the second largest city in Mauritania and serves as a major commercial center. The city has about 173,000 inhabitants.

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Safety · official adviceour data as of Sep 15, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)Avoid parts of the countryPart of the country is off limits entirely.

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Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 3Think twice before you travel; weigh the reasons below.

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crime

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There was no change to the advisory level. The "health” risk indicator was added. Advisory summary was updated. Reconsider travel to Mauritania due to terrorism, crime, and limited health infrastructure . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Do Not Travel to areas marked off-limits by the Mauritanian military.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

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Nouadhibou: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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