Compare the best eSIM plans for Mauritania
Internet from the moment you land in Nouakchott
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- Instant activation
- iPhone and Android compatible
- From €4.00 for 1 GB or more
- 900+ plans compared
€4.00
Cheapest plan, 1 GB or more
900+
Mauritania plans
46+
Providers available
4G
Networks supported
Entry price measured on fixed-volume plans of 1 GB or more covering the country. Volumes below 1 GB and plans billed per day, whose price is not comparable, fall outside the calculation.
Best eSIM deals for Mauritania
Ubigi
5 GB
30 days
MR
€4.00
Firsty
1.5 GB
365 days
MR
€4.50
Bouygues Telecom International SIM
1 GB
3 days
MR
€6.11
eSIM.dog
1 GB
7 days
MR
€6.42
eSIM4Travel
1 GB
1 day
MR
€7.65
Nomad eSIM
1 GB
7 days
MR
€7.97
eSIM for Mauritania at a glance
From
€4.00
For 5 GB / 30 days
Plan duration
1 to 30+ days
Depending on the plan
Local networks
Mauritel, Chinguitel, Mattel
4G coverage in cities
VPN useful?
No
Access to services is open
Hotspot sharing
Available
On most plans
Compatibility
iPhone XS+ / Android 8.0+
Check your device
Internet in Mauritania: everything you need to know
In Mauritania, mobile data runs mainly on Mauritel, Chinguitel and Mattel, with 4G in Nouakchott, Nouadhibou and the main towns. The country is largely Sahara desert: the network follows the towns and major roads but fades fast across the dunes and the deep desert. A travel eSIM connects you on landing in Nouakchott, skipping the store.
- ●Good 4G in Nouakchott and Nouadhibou, decent in Adrar towns such as Atar. In the ancient Saharan libraries of Chinguetti and Ouadane (UNESCO) and out on the desert tracks, coverage is patchy or absent.
- ●The network follows towns and main roads: on 4x4 crossings, in the Adrar region and aboard the iron ore train between Zouérat and Nouadhibou (one of the longest trains in the world), expect to be off-network.
- ●No VPN is needed: the usual services and social networks stay accessible.
- ●Handy in the cities and for coordinating with guides and drivers. For deep-desert expeditions, download offline maps and consider a satellite beacon; useful too for Banc d'Arguin National Park and its birdlife on the coast.
Sources: Internet Society Pulse: Mauritania, ITU DataHub: Mauritania, GSMA Intelligence
Datadopt Observatory
Price per GB in Mauritania: what our data shows
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the lowest price per GB recorded in Mauritania comes down to 0.46 €/GB, across a sample of 444 fixed-volume offers retained for the measurement. That floor is reached on large data bundles : a 5 GB plan over 30 days costs noticeably more per GB. The real differentiator is still the depth of the offer : the more plans compete, the easier it is to find the duration and data volume that fit your trip.
Lowest price per GB recorded
0.46 €/GB
Offers in the price sample
444
Africa average
0.75 €/GB
World ranking
168 / 215
Mauritania is 39% cheaper than the Africa regional average (0.75 €/GB).
Source: Datadopt eSIM Price Observatory, 170,286 plans analysed, measured 1 September 2026.
See the eSIM price Observatory by country →Which eSIM providers for Mauritania?
Here are the 6 best-placed eSIM providers for Mauritania, ranked by best price per GB. Prices are expressed per GB so plans of different sizes can be compared on the same basis.
| Provider | Price per GB | From | Max duration | Hotspot | 5G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ubigi | 0.45 €/GB | 4.00 € | 30 d | No | No |
 GoHub | 1.33 €/GB | 26.55 € | 30 d | Yes | No |
 TravelKon | 1.42 €/GB | 28.42 € | 30 d | Yes | No |
| Firsty | 1.95 €/GB | 4.50 € | 365 d | Yes | Yes |
| eSIM.dog | 2.34 €/GB | 6.42 € | 30 d | Yes | No |
| Nomad eSIM | 3.10 €/GB | 7.97 € | 30 d | No | No |
Providers ranked by best price per GB, across plans of at least 1 GB. Source: Datadopt catalogue.
Compare all plans →Device compatibility
eSIM is built into every iPhone XS and later, as well as Samsung Galaxy S20+, Google Pixel 3a+ and most high-end Motorola, Oppo, Sony and Xiaomi models.
Not sure about your device? Check compatibility here.
How to install your eSIM for Mauritania
- 1. Compare offers on https://www.datadopt.com/en/compare/mr
- 2. Browse our partners' eSIM offers and choose the data volume and duration that fit your trip.
- 3. Purchase the eSIM plan that best fits your needs on our partner's site.
- 4. Receive a QR code by email after purchase.
- 5. Before you leave or during your stay, add the eSIM to your smartphone (Note: a stable Wi-Fi connection may be required during this step.)
- 5.1. On iPhone: Settings > Mobile Data > Add Plan > Scan the QR code
- 5.2. On Android: Settings > Connections > SIM card manager > Add a mobile plan
- 6. Once you arrive, turn on the data of your eSIM and enjoy reliable internet in Mauritania.
First eSIM? The full walkthrough, with iOS and Android screenshots, lives in our guide how to install an eSIM on your smartphone.
Frequently asked questions
Does the eSIM really work in Mauritania?
Yes. Mauritania travel eSIMs ride on Mauritel, Chinguitel or Mattel, with 4G in the towns. Check the partner network in each offer's detail on Datadopt.
Is there signal in the desert and on the ore train?
Rarely. Away from the towns, across the Adrar dunes and aboard the iron ore train between Zouérat and Nouadhibou, the signal drops fast. Download your offline maps and consider a satellite beacon for trips deep into the Sahara.
Is an eSIM or a local SIM better?
For a tourist or business trip, the eSIM is far simpler: no store to find, no paperwork on arrival, activation before you fly and a connection the moment you land in Nouakchott. A local SIM still makes sense for a very long stay where you need a Mauritanian number.
Do I need a VPN in Mauritania?
No. The usual services and social networks stay accessible, so a VPN is not needed for everyday use. You may keep one to secure your connection on public Wi-Fi, but it is not essential.
How much data for a trip to Mauritania?
Plan 3–8 GB for one to two weeks: much of the time is spent off-network in the Sahara, so data is mostly for the cities and coordination. Take more if you share the connection or make video calls.
How much does an eSIM cost in Mauritania, and is it cheap?
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the lowest price per GB recorded in Mauritania comes down to 0.46 €/GB, across a sample of 444 fixed-volume offers retained for the measurement. That floor is reached on large data bundles : a 5 GB plan over 30 days costs noticeably more per GB. The real differentiator is still the depth of the offer : the more plans compete, the easier it is to find the duration and data volume that fit your trip. Mauritania is 39% cheaper than the Africa regional average (0.75 €/GB). In our global ranking of well-covered eSIM markets, Mauritania sits at position 168 of 215 by price per GB (1 = cheapest). Source: Datadopt eSIM Price Observatory, 170,286 plans analysed, measured 1 September 2026.
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