WARDEN MESSAGES

U.S. Embassy, Nouakchott
Warden Message
6 August 2008

The U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott has received reports that a coup took in place in Mauritania at approximately 9:00 a.m. August 6, 2008.  The Embassy urges all American citizens to exercise extreme caution to assure their safety.  They should remain at home or where they are for the rest of the day.  American citizens should limit their movements to essential travel only, avoid large crowds, and listen to media reports for information.

American citizens are advised to be watchful during this period and report any unusual activity to the Embassy.  There is an increased presence of security forces in Nouakchott.  Comply promptly with directions from the police and other Mauritanian security forces, and carry copies of your personal identity papers with you at all times.

The Embassy will remain open for emergency American Citizen Services only.  Visa services and routine consular services are suspended until further notice.  In case of emergency, please contact the Embassy at the numbers below.

American citizens should stay current of local events and be aware of their surroundings at all times.  American citizens are also urged to register with the U.S. Embassy.  They can do so in person or at https://travelregistration.state.gov/ibrs/ui/.

The Department of State continues to monitor security conditions overseas and, as always, will promptly disseminate information affecting the safety of Americans abroad through its consular information program.  These documents are available on the Department’s Internet website at http://travel.state.gov.

The U.S. Embassy can be reached at:
Telephone:  (222) 525-2660 (business hours)  (222) 525-3288 (after hours)
Address:  288, rue 42-100 (rue Abdallaye), Nouakchott, Mauritania
Located between the Spanish Embassy and the Presidency
Website:  http://mauritania.usembassy.gov