IBAN Format in Mauritania
27 characters · 3 banks · MRU
How many characters does an IBAN in Mauritania have?
An IBAN in Mauritania has 27 characters. It starts with the country code MR, then 2 check digits, then 23 characters that hold the bank and account details.
MR13 0002 0001 0100 0012 3456 753MRCountry codeMR = Mauritania13Check digitsCatch typing mistakes0002 0001 0100 0012 3456 753Bank and account details23 characters
Example only. Your own numbers will be different.
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| — | MR13 0002 0001 0100 0012 3456 753 |
- Bank code—
- ExampleMR13 0002 0001 0100 0012 3456 753
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| — | MR13 0002 0001 0100 0012 3456 753 |
- Bank code—
- ExampleMR13 0002 0001 0100 0012 3456 753
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| — | MR13 0002 0001 0100 0012 3456 753 |
- Bank code—
- ExampleMR13 0002 0001 0100 0012 3456 753
How IBAN works in Mauritania
Banks in Mauritania use a 27-character IBAN following the pattern MR## #### #### #### #### #### ###. The country code in every Mauritania IBAN is MR, and accounts are denominated in MRU. When sending money into Mauritania, always run the IBAN through validation (above) and confirm it with the recipient — a single wrong digit can route the payment to the wrong account.
Common questions about IBANs in Mauritania
What is the country code for IBANs in Mauritania?
It is MR. Every IBAN in Mauritania starts with MR, followed by 2 check digits.
Where do I find my IBAN?
In your online banking or banking app, on a bank statement, or by asking your bank. Copy it exactly as shown.
Does a correct-looking IBAN prove the account exists?
No. A correct format only means the length and check digits fit. It does not prove the account exists or belongs to the right person. Confirm the details with the person you are paying before you send money.