Embassy of Spain in Nouakchott, Mauritania; address Rue Mamadou Konaté, Nouakchott; phone +22245298650. Head of mission: Ms. Miriam Álvarez de la Rosa…
Head of mission: Ms. Miriam Álvarez de la Rosa Rodríguez, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Spain, 16 Jan 2025)
Head of mission: Benjamín Gutiérrez Fernández, Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr Vatsal Agarwal, Consul (as of 2015)
Spain is a highly appealing destination for some of the 5 million people in Mauritania, thanks to its vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and rich historical heritage. As the third most visited country globally, it attracts millions of tourists each year.
Spain is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Mauritania. It ranks 22nd out of 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night and holds the 23rd position in the Global Peace Index among 160 countries, indicating a relatively high level of safety compared to Mauritania, which ranks 93rd. In terms of crime statistics, Spain has a lower murder rate of 0.6 per 100,000 people, compared to Mauritania's 1.0. Additionally, Spain's organized crime indices suggest a higher level of organized crime activity compared to Mauritania, but overall, Spain remains a safer environment for tourists. While there are some concerns regarding specific types of crime, such as drug trafficking, the overall safety metrics indicate that tourists from Mauritania can travel to Spain with a reasonable expectation of safety.