Nouakchott - Post Report Question and Answers
Is this a good city for LGBT expatriates? Why or why not?
Not for one to live openly or freely. Even a heterosexual couple would draw unwanted attention for holding hands and kissing in Mauritania. That said, there are multiple members of the LGBTQ community within the larger expat sphere, and they are welcome members of this small but very inclusive community. - Jan 2023
This is a conservative Muslim country, which presents challenges for LGBT expats. - Aug 2021
It’s not good or bad it’s just a conservative Muslim country. - Aug 2021
Mauritania is a very conservative society but as mentioned above, networking within the community will allow for one to establish networks of friends. - Sep 2020
Officially, LGBT activities are against the law. - Apr 2019
If you were open about it in town, that would not go over very well here. But since almost all our socializing is with other diplomats and expatriates in private homes or on our own diplomatic installations, it might not matter as much. - May 2016
Since the country is 100% Muslim, it can be difficult I would guess, however, I know of several same sex couples who had zero problems. - Dec 2015
No. - Apr 2014
I would say NO, not a good place. This is the Islamic republic of Mauritania - Dec 2009
