Ivory Coast eSIM plans
Instant deliveryYour eSIM for Ivory Coast is available from €6.79 and active straight away: in Ivory Coast it connects to the Orange Côte d'Ivoire, MTN Côte d'Ivoire, Orange, MTN, Moov Africa networks (4G/LTE, 5G where available), coverage 55. Install it by QR code before you leave — no roaming and no SIM swap.
- Instant email delivery
- 30-day returns
- Support in French
- Visa · Mastercard · Apple Pay · Google Pay · PayPal
eSIM for Ivory Coast — at a glance
- From
- €6.79
- Local networks
- Orange Côte d'Ivoire, MTN Côte d'Ivoire, Orange, MTN, Moov Africa
- Technology
- 4G/LTE
- Network coverage
- 55
- Activation
- QR code — install before you leave
- Recommended data
- 1–3 GB light use · 5 GB with social media · 10 GB+ streaming
All eSIM plans for Ivory Coast
| Data | Validity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unlimited | 1 day | €6.79 |
| Unlimited | 3 days | €19.99 |
| Unlimited | 5 days | €29.99 |
| Unlimited | 7 days | €37.99 |
| Unlimited | 10 days | €53.99 |
| Unlimited | 15 days | €75.49 |
| Unlimited | 30 days | €129.49 |
| 1 GB | 7 days | €6.99 |
| 2 GB | 15 days | €12.99 |
| 3 GB | 30 days | €18.99 |
| 5 GB | 30 days | €28.99 |
| 10 GB | 30 days | €46.99 |
| 20 GB | 30 days | €69.99 |
| 50 GB | 30 days | €171.99 |
Abidjan pulses to the rhythm of commerce, culture and an urban energy that surprises even seasoned travellers. Between the beaches of Grand-Bassam, the forests of Taï Park and the buzz of the Plateau, Ivory Coast never leaves anyone indifferent. But getting around this dynamic country demands being connected all the time: to find a taxi, book a restaurant in Cocody or let loved ones know you are fine from the bush. An eSIM activated before you leave Paris spares you the chore of looking for a local SIM card at Félix-Houphouët-Boigny airport when you arrive.
Flight time from Paris
About 6h30 (direct flight to Abidjan)
Time difference
UTC+0: 1h behind Paris in winter, 2h in summer
Best time to travel
November to March (dry season, moderate heat)
Power socket type
Type C/E: no adapter needed from France
Why use an eSIM in Ivory Coast?
Ivory Coast is one of the most connected countries in West Africa, with operators such as Orange Côte d'Ivoire and MTN actively covering the big cities on 4G. However, network coverage remains concentrated around Abidjan and secondary cities such as Bouaké, Yamoussoukro and San-Pédro. Away from the main routes, the signal can become temperamental. With a Simpartout eSIM, you choose your data plan from home, activate it in seconds and automatically get the best network available on the spot. No more looking for a local reseller, queuing in the equatorial heat or presenting documents for a physical SIM. It is particularly useful for business travellers who transit through Abidjan and need a reliable connection as soon as they leave the plane.
Network coverage in Ivory Coast
Operator
Orange Côte d'Ivoire
+ MTN Côte d'Ivoire
Technology
4G/LTE
Coverage
55
How to install your Ivory Coast eSIM
- 1
Buy your plan
Select the data plan matching your stay in Ivory Coast, then pay.
- 2
Scan the QR code
Aim your phone's camera at the QR code in the email we sent you.
- 3
Install the eSIM
Follow the instructions to install the eSIM. We recommend doing this before you leave.
- 4
Connect when you arrive
Upon reaching Ivory Coast, enable roaming on the eSIM data line to get online.
- 1
Buy your plan
Select the data plan matching your stay in Ivory Coast, then pay.
- 2
Scan the QR code
Aim your phone's camera at the QR code in the email we sent you.
- 3
Install the eSIM
Follow the instructions to install the eSIM. We recommend doing this before you leave.
- 4
Connect when you arrive
Upon reaching Ivory Coast, enable roaming on the eSIM data line to get online.
Recommended for you
Short trip
For a trip of 3 to 7 days, go for an unlimited plan.
Business trip
Video calls and emails: choose a high-speed plan.
Long stay
For a month or more, our high-capacity plans offer the best value for money.
Families
Several devices to connect? Pick a plan that allows hotspot sharing and comes with plenty of data.
eSIM, local SIM or Wi-Fi hotspot: which suits Ivory Coast best?
| eSIM | Local SIM card | Wi-Fi hotspot | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Activation | Instant (QR code) | Bought on arrival | Pick-up/delivery |
| Installation | 2 minutes | SIM swap | Extra device |
| Price | From €6.79 | €5–30 | €5–15/day |
| Network | Local 4G/LTE | Local 4G/LTE | Local 4G/LTE |
| Devices | 1 smartphone | 1 smartphone | Up to 5 devices |
| Flexibility | Top up at any time | Fixed data | Daily rental |
| Recommendation | Ideal for travellers | For long stays | For groups/families |