Compare the best eSIM plans for Seychelles
Internet from the moment you land on Mahé
- Instant activation
- iPhone and Android compatible
- From 1,50€
- 1200+ plans compared
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1,50€
Cheapest plan
1200+
Seychelles plans
60+
Providers available
4G
Main network
Best eSIM deals for Seychelles
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BNESIM
1 GB
30 days
SC
1,50€
eSIM.dog
1 GB
1 day
SC
2,84€
Stellar eSIM
1 GB
7 days
SC
2,65€
Eskimo
1 GB
730 days
SC
3,43€
Ozly eSIM
1 GB
7 days
SC
3,56€
Textr eSIM
3 GB
30 days
SC
11,00€
eSIM for Seychelles at a glance
From
€6.16
For 5 GB / 30 days
Plan duration
1 to 30+ days
Depending on the plan
Local networks
Airtel Seychelles, Cable & Wireless
The archipelago's two carriers
VPN needed?
No
All services work fine
Hotspot sharing
Available
On most plans
Compatibility
iPhone XS+ / Android 8.0+
Check your device
Internet in Seychelles: everything you need to know
Seychelles is covered by two carriers, Airtel Seychelles and Cable & Wireless (C&W), whose 4G serves the inhabited islands, starting with Mahé, Praslin and La Digue. Internet penetration exceeds 80% (source: ITU DataHub, 2024). Classic roaming in the archipelago is among the most expensive in the Indian Ocean: the eSIM is an economic no-brainer here.
- ●Good 4G in Victoria (Mahé), on the tourist beaches (Beau Vallon, Anse Lazio, Anse Source d'Argent) and around the Praslin and La Digue harbours. On the inner islands and during boat transfers, signal carries a few kilometres then drops in open sea.
- ●Average mobile speed around 20–45 Mbps download (Ookla, 2025): comfortable for Maps, WhatsApp, social media and short video calls.
- ●No blocked services: Google, WhatsApp, Instagram, YouTube, Netflix work normally.
- ●Handy for Google Maps, the Cat Cocos / Inter Island ferries between Mahé, Praslin and La Digue, excursion bookings (diving, tortoises) and bikes on La Digue (no cars).
Sources: Internet Society Pulse: Seychelles, ITU DataHub: Seychelles, Ookla Speedtest
eSIM pricing in Seychelles: what our data shows
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the best price per GB actually available in Seychelles is 0.32 €/GB, across 624 plans compared. The real differentiator is not the headline rate but the depth of the offer: the more plans compete, the easier it is to find the duration and data volume that fit your trip.
Best price per GB
0.32 €/GB
Plans compared
624
Africa average
0.75 €/GB
World ranking
147 / 215
Seychelles is 57% 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 Seychelles?
Here are the 6 best-placed eSIM providers for Seychelles, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BNESIM | 1.41 €/GB | 1.50 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
| eSIM.dog | 1.91 €/GB | 2.84 € | 365 d | Yes | — |
| Stellar eSIM | 2.18 €/GB | 2.65 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
 Airhub | 2.88 €/GB | 11.52 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
| Ozly eSIM | 2.97 €/GB | 3.56 € | 365 d | Yes | — |
 Firsty | 3.00 €/GB | 4.50 € | 365 d | Yes | Yes |
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 Seychelles
- 1. Compare offers on https://www.datadopt.com/en/compare/sc
- 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 Seychelles.
Frequently asked questions
Does the eSIM really work in Seychelles?
Yes. Seychelles travel eSIMs ride on Airtel Seychelles or Cable & Wireless, which cover the inhabited islands. Check the partner network in each offer's detail on Datadopt.
Isn't the hotel wifi enough?
Often not: slow, lobby-only or unstable in guesthouses. A 3–5 GB eSIM keeps Maps, WhatsApp and your bookings working everywhere, beach included.
How much data for a week in Seychelles?
Plan 3–6 GB: WhatsApp, photos, excursion bookings and some streaming. Double it if the accommodation wifi is weak.
Does the network follow from Mahé to Praslin and La Digue?
Yes: both carriers cover the three main islands. Your eSIM works island to island, including part of the ferry ride before losing signal in open sea.
Does my plan work without an eSIM?
In roaming, but often at a very high rate whatever your carrier. A prepaid eSIM costs far less than a single day of classic roaming in the archipelago.
How much does an eSIM cost in Seychelles, and is it cheap?
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the best price per GB actually available in Seychelles is 0.32 €/GB, across 624 plans compared. The real differentiator is not the headline rate but the depth of the offer: the more plans compete, the easier it is to find the duration and data volume that fit your trip. Seychelles is 57% cheaper than the Africa regional average (0.75 €/GB). In our global ranking of well-covered eSIM markets, Seychelles sits at position 147 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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