Unlock Mauritania's Investment
Frontier
Mauritania Invest connects global capital with Africa's most compelling emerging economy: 11.4 billion BOE in proven reserves, 300 GW of renewable potential, and first LNG exports now underway.
Key Investment Indicators · 2025
The Investment Case
Four Reasons to Invest Now
Stable and Resilient Economy
Driven by first LNG revenues, record mining output, and expanding fisheries exports, Mauritania's economy is on a sustained growth trajectory with strong macroeconomic fundamentals and low public debt.
Business-Friendly Environment
Full foreign ownership across all sectors, a 0% import duty on capital equipment, 5 to 8 year corporate tax holidays, and guaranteed profit repatriation make Mauritania one of Africa's most open investment destinations.
Strategic Location and Connectivity
Positioned at the crossroads of Europe, the Maghreb, and Sub-Saharan Africa, with direct Atlantic Ocean access, three transcontinental highways, and Nouakchott as a growing aviation hub.
World-Class Natural Resources
Proven reserves across oil, gas, iron ore, gold, and copper are complemented by 300 GW of solar and wind potential and one of the world's most productive fishing grounds in a 234,000 km2 EEZ.
Investment Sectors
Sectors of Opportunity
From deep-water LNG to green hydrogen, iron ore to the world's richest fishing grounds.
Why Mauritania
Africa's Best-Kept Investment Secret
A rare convergence of world-class resources, strategic location, political stability, and an investor-friendly legal framework.
Energy Superpower in the Making
LNG production underway, 300 GW renewable potential, and green hydrogen agreements with the EU position Mauritania as Africa's emerging energy exporter.
Strategic Atlantic Gateway
Bridging the Arab Maghreb and Sub-Saharan Africa, with direct Atlantic access, proximity to Europe, and three transcontinental highways.
Investor-First Legal Framework
Full profit repatriation, ICSID arbitration, 5 to 8 year tax holidays, and bilateral investment treaties with 30+ nations.
4.5% GDP Growth
IMF projects sustained growth driven by LNG revenues, record mining output, and agricultural modernisation.
End-to-End Facilitation
Mauritania Invest guides you from first inquiry through licensing, partner introductions, and post-establishment monitoring.
$2.1B Infrastructure Surge
Port expansion, highway upgrades, and a new rail corridor are building the logistics backbone for a rapidly growing economy.
How We Help
Your Partner at Every Step
From first inquiry to operational success, we provide the intelligence, introductions, and facilitation that serious investors need.
See how we workGreater Tortue Ahmeyim LNG delivered its first cargo in April 2025. Mauritania's $5B energy milestone is now a reality. This is only the beginning of what the country has to offer.
Request Information
Comprehensive, sector-specific data on markets, regulations, incentives, and investment opportunities tailored to your focus area.
Get Introductions
Direct access to key ministries, sector authorities, national companies, and proven local partners.
Find a Partner
We identify, vet, and introduce joint-venture partners, local distributors, and co-investors suited to your project.
Business Setup Support
End-to-end guidance on company registration, licensing, land allocation, permits, and incentive applications.
Post-Establishment Support
Ongoing advisory, issue resolution, and expansion facilitation once your operations are live in Mauritania.
Ecosystem
Institutional Partners
Mauritania Invest works within a network of national institutions and international development organizations to facilitate seamless investment processes.
APIM
Mauritania's official investment promotion and facilitation agency. Operates the One-Stop Shop for company registration and acts as the primary interface for new investors.
SMHPM
National hydrocarbons and mining company. Key partner for exploration agreements, production sharing contracts, and joint ventures in the energy sector.
SNIM
Société Nationale Industrielle et Minière — the state-owned iron ore mining and rail company with over 12 million tonnes of annual production capacity.
Nouadhibou Free Zone Authority
Administers the Nouadhibou Free Zone: a 600 km² special economic zone with zero corporate tax, 72-hour incorporation, and dedicated sector zones.
BCM
Banque Centrale de Mauritanie — regulates the financial system, foreign exchange, and banking sector. Oversees capital account transactions and investment-related remittances.
Ministry of Energy & Petroleum
Issues exploration permits, production licenses, and approves power purchase agreements. Central authority for oil, gas, LNG, and electricity investment.
Ministry of Mines & Geology
Regulates the mining sector, issues mining licences, manages the mining cadastre, and facilitates prospecting agreements for iron ore, gold, copper, and rare earths.
Ministry of Fisheries
Issues fishing licences, manages access agreements, and oversees the aquaculture sector. Mauritania's Atlantic coast is among the world's most productive fishing grounds.
World Bank Group
Active portfolio supporting infrastructure, education, and private sector development. IFC arm provides financing for qualifying private investment projects.
IMF
Provides macroeconomic surveillance and technical assistance. Mauritania has a current program supporting fiscal consolidation and structural reforms.
European Union
EU-Mauritania cooperation covers fisheries access agreements, renewable energy investment, and development financing through the European Investment Bank.
African Development Bank
Finances infrastructure, agriculture, and energy projects across Mauritania including the Kandadji dam, road networks, and rural electrification programs.
IRENA
International Renewable Energy Agency. Partner in Mauritania's green hydrogen development strategy and renewable energy capacity planning.
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