What does a Mauritania phone number look like?
- International format
+222 22123456- IDD format (caller ID)
00222 22123456- Mobile example
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22123456(local) →+222 22123456 - Landline example
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35123456(local) →+222 35123456
Received a call or message from +222?
A call or text from +222 (or 00222) originates from Mauritania.
If you don't know anyone in Mauritania, be cautious. Common patterns with unfamiliar international numbers:
- One-ring scams (Wangiri): The caller rings once and hangs up, hoping you'll call back a premium-rate number. Don't return calls to numbers you don't recognize.
- SMS phishing: Messages claiming to be from banks, delivery services, or government agencies. Legitimate organizations won't contact you from a +222 number unless you have an account in Mauritania.
- Spoofed numbers: The caller ID can be faked. A call showing +222 may not actually originate from Mauritania.
If you do know someone in Mauritania and want to call them back, see the dialing instructions below.
How to call Mauritania from abroad
- International format (recommended)
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+222 [local number]Example:
+222 22 12 34 56 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+222followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
222, then the local number.
| From | Dial |
|---|---|
| US/Canada | 011 222 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 222 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 222 [local number] |
| Your browser (DialHard) | +222 [local number] |
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Mauritania numbers don't typically have a trunk prefix to remove. Dial the number as-is after the country code.
What time zone is Mauritania?
Africa/Abidjan
Good time to call
04:09 PM local time · Weekend daytime
Good for personal calls.
How much does it cost to call Mauritania?
International calls to Mauritania vary dramatically by provider. Major US carriers charge $3.00/min or more, while VoIP services like DialHard start at $1.48/min.
| Provider | Rate/min | vs DialHard |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T | $3.00 | 51% more |
| Verizon | $2.99 | 50% more |
| T-Mobile | $3.00 | 51% more |
| DialHard | $1.48 | Save ~51% |
Carrier rates are based on published international calling rates without plan add-ons. Your actual rate may vary.
Calling Mauritania
Direct calling to Mauritania isn't available yet. View available destinations.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the code +222 from?
+222 is the international dialing code for Mauritania.
Is +222 a mobile or landline code?
+222 is the country code for all of Mauritania — both mobile and landline numbers use this code. The digits after the country code may indicate the number type, but this varies by country.
Is a call from +222 a scam?
Not necessarily. +222 is the legitimate country code for Mauritania. However, scammers can spoof any country code. If you don't recognize the number or weren't expecting a call from Mauritania, don't call back — especially if they only rang once.
Why won't my call to Mauritania connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +222 (not 00222 or just 222)
- Extra digits: Remove any trunk prefix (usually 0) from the start of the local number
- Missing digits: Ensure you have the complete local number after the country code
What does a Mauritania phone number look like?
A Mauritania number in international format starts with
+222 followed by the local number.
Example: +222 22123456
How do I save a Mauritania number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +222 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.
How do I block calls from +222?
On most smartphones, you can block individual numbers by opening your recent calls, tapping the number, and selecting "Block." To block all calls from a country code, check your carrier's international call blocking options or use a call-filtering app.