Countries bordering Western Sahara

Western Sahara shares land borders with 3 countries. Located in Northern Africa, Western Sahara holds a strategic position in the heart of Africa. Its neighbors are: Mauritania, Algeria, Morocco.

Bordering Countries

Region

Africa

Island

Neighboring countries list

Country	Capital	Population	Area	Region
Mauritania	Nouakchott	4.93M	1,030,700 km²	Africa
Algeria	Algiers	47.40M	2,381,741 km²	Africa
Morocco	Rabat	36.83M	446,550 km²	Africa

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Frequently Asked Questions

What countries border Western Sahara?

Western Sahara shares borders with 3 countries: Mauritania, Algeria, Morocco.

How many borders does Western Sahara have?

Western Sahara has 3 land borders.

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