Embassy of the United Kingdom in Nouakchott, Mauritania; address Rue 42-163, Tevragh Zeina, Nouakchott; phone +22245256986. Head of mission: Ms. Suzanne…
Head of mission: Ms. Suzanne White, Deputy Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, 30 Nov 2024)
The United Kingdom is an iconic and diverse destination, celebrated for its rich history, culture, and scenic landscapes. Although recent data indicates a decline in tourist arrivals, it still attracts considerable international interest, reflected in its substantial tourist revenue. It may appeal to a segment of Mauritania's 5 million population.
The United Kingdom is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Mauritania. According to the Global Peace Index, the UK ranks 34th out of 160 countries, indicating a relatively high level of safety compared to Mauritania, which ranks 93rd. While the UK ranks 37th among 40 European countries for safety when walking alone at night, it is still safer than Mauritania. Both countries have similar murder rates of 1.0 per 100,000 people, but the UK has a lower rate of female murders at 0.6 per 100,000. In terms of organized crime, the UK has higher indices for crime networks and foreign crime compared to Mauritania, but it also has lower indices for state crime and resource crime. Overall, while there are some crime concerns, the UK is safer for tourists than Mauritania.
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