Tax authority · 2026

Directorate General of Taxes, Mauritania: official website and filing deadline 2026

Short answer

The Directorate General of Taxes (DGI) collects salary tax, business profits tax and VAT in Mauritania. Its official website is impots.gov.mr. Salary tax is withheld by the employer. Individuals file business profits returns by 31 March 2026 (2023 General Tax Code).

NameDirectorate General of Taxes (DGI)
Direction Générale des Impôts
Official websiteimpots.gov.mr
What it collectsSalary tax, business profits tax and VAT
Income tax on salaries15% to 40% after an exemption of 6,000 ouguiyas a month
Annual deadline for individualsSalary tax is withheld by the employer. Individuals file business profits returns by 31 March 2026 (2023 General Tax Code)

Last checked: 9 October 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What is the official website of the tax authority in Mauritania?

The official website is https://impots.gov.mr/DGI/. Check the domain before you enter any details: some sites imitate tax authorities.

When is the tax return deadline in Mauritania?

Salary tax is withheld by the employer. Individuals file business profits returns by 31 March 2026 (2023 General Tax Code).

How much income tax is charged on salaries in Mauritania?

15% to 40% after an exemption of 6,000 ouguiyas a month, with a top rate of 40%. Work out your own take-home pay with the Mauritania salary calculator.

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