Mauritania country code (+222) — formats & examples
Use +222 to call Mauritania. See number formats, common mistakes, and plan the best time to call.
Dialing information
- Country code+222
- LanguagesArabic
- Time zonesAfrica/Nouakchott
- Phonecall rate$1.65/min
Landline $1.65/minMobile $1.86/min
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Start a callCalling format
- Country code+222
- Mobile format pattern+222 XX XX XX XX
- Landline format pattern+222 XX XXXX XXXX
- NotesOmit leading 0 when using country code; include area code where applicable.
Valid number patterns
Valid mobile number pattern
+222 XX XX XX XX
e.g. +222 22 12 34 56
Valid landline number pattern
+222 XX XXXX XXXX
Common dialing mistakes for Mauritania
- Forgetting to dial +222 before the local number - international calls to Mauritania require the country code.
- Keeping the leading zero when dialing from abroad - drop the leading 0 after the country code +222.
- Mixing up mobile and landline formats - Mauritania numbers differ in length and structure; check the pattern before dialing.
- Calling outside local business hours - check Mauritania's time zone to avoid very early or late calls.
- Omitting the country code when calling from another country - always use +222 for Mauritania.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about calling Mauritania with the +222 country code.
- What is an example of a mobile or landline number in Mauritania?
- A typical mobile number format is: +222 123456789. A landline number might look like: +222 12345678. Omit any leading 0.
- Are there any special tips for calling Mauritania internationally?
- Remember to take into account the time zones in Mauritania, and the fact that primary languages are Arabic. Dial +222 before the local number.
- How much does it cost to call Mauritania?
- Calling Mauritania with Phonecall starts from $1.65/min for landlines and $1.86/min for mobile numbers. We show the rate before you dial.
- What is the calling code for Mauritania?
- The calling code for Mauritania is +222. To call, start with the international access code, then dial +222 followed by the local number.
- What languages are spoken in Mauritania?
- In Mauritania, the main languages spoken are Arabic.
- Do I need to install an app to call Mauritania?
- No app download is necessary. You can call numbers in Mauritania directly from your browser using Phonecall. Just enter the Mauritania phone number (+222) to get started.
Call planning
Check local time in Mauritania and your location so you call at a good time.
Time zones in Mauritania
Africa/Nouakchott
Best times to call are typically 9 AM – 5 PM local time in Mauritania. Avoid calling during early morning (before 8 AM) or late evening (after 9 PM) local time.