Mauritania IBAN at a Glance

CountryMauritania (MR)
Length27 characters
Structure (after MR + check digits)5n bank, 5n branch, 11n account, 2n key
Example IBANMR13 0002 0001 0100 0012 3456 753
SEPA memberNo

The example above is the published ISO registry sample for Mauritania. It passes checksum validation but is not a real account.

How to Read a Mauritania IBAN

Every IBAN starts the same way: the first two letters are the country code (MR) and the next two digits are the mod-97 check digits, computed over the entire number. What follows is Mauritania's domestic account format: 5n bank, 5n branch, 11n account, 2n key.

For an international transfer to Mauritania you will typically need this IBAN plus the bank's SWIFT/BIC code, which you can verify with our SWIFT Code Checker.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is a Mauritania IBAN?

Exactly 27 characters, always starting with MR.

Is Mauritania part of SEPA?

No. Transfers are routed as standard international SWIFT payments.

Can I validate a Mauritania IBAN without sending it anywhere?

Yes, use the checker above. Validation runs in your browser using the ISO 7064 mod-97 algorithm; the IBAN never leaves your device.