Ouguiya (U) of five khoums. The export of local currency is forbidden.
Foreign currency must be declared on arrival. Ouguiyas cannot be exchanged outside Mauritania.
Credit cards are not accepted as the country is not connected to the international banking system.
Travellers' cheques can be exchanged at banks and are best in US Dollars.
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