Mauritania eSIM plans

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Your eSIM for Mauritania is available from €14.74 and active straight away: in Mauritania it connects to the Mauritel, Mattel, Mauritel (Moov / Maroc Telecom), Chinguitel networks (4G/LTE, 5G where available), coverage 40. Install it by QR code before you leave — no roaming and no SIM swap.

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eSIM for Mauritania — at a glance

From
€14.74
Local networks
Mauritel, Mattel, Mauritel (Moov / Maroc Telecom), Chinguitel
Technology
4G/LTE
Network coverage
40
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 Mauritania

DataValidityPrice
Unlimited1 day€20.78
Unlimited3 days€61.12
Unlimited5 days€101.49
Unlimited7 days€141.84
1 GB7 days€14.74
2 GB15 days€28.87
3 GB30 days€40.56
5 GB30 days€67.18
10 GB30 days€123.68

Mauritania is an extraordinary destination: from the dunes of the Adrar to the caravan towns of Chinguetti, from the Atlantic coast to the lively markets of Nouakchott, the country reveals an authentic and little-visited Saharan Africa. But travelling here takes rigorous organisation: geographical landmarks fade into the immensity of the desert, and infrastructure remains uneven. A Mauritania eSIM activated before you leave Paris is the guarantee of having Google Maps, useful contacts and safety information to hand from landing in Nouakchott. In a country where every connection can make the difference, it is better not to improvise.

Flight time from Paris

About 5 to 6 hours (direct flight to Nouakchott, depending on available services)

Time difference with France

-1h in winter, -2h in summer (Mauritania is on UTC+0 and does not change its clocks)

Best time to visit

November to February: milder temperatures in the desert, ideal for exploring the Adrar

Power socket type

Type C. Compatible with round European sockets, no adapter needed

Why an eSIM is especially useful in Mauritania

Mauritania is one of the least densely populated countries in the world, and its phone network reflects that: 4G coverage reaches only about 40% of the territory, concentrated mainly in the big towns such as Nouakchott, Nouadhibou and Zouerate. Finding a local physical SIM at Nouakchott airport is possible, but the formalities can be long and laborious, especially with the language barrier and sometimes demanding local registration procedures. With a Simpartout eSIM set up from France, you avoid these complications on arrival. For 4x4 trips into the interior (Atar, Chinguetti, the Road of Hope), it is essential to download your offline maps in advance, as the signal there will be limited or even absent. The eSIM remains indispensable in covered areas to coordinate your movements, contact your local guides and access French consular alerts.

Network coverage in Mauritania

Operator

Mauritel

+ Mattel

Technology

4G/LTE

Coverage

40

How to install your Mauritania eSIM

  1. 1

    Buy your plan

    Select the data plan matching your stay in Mauritania, then pay.

  2. 2

    Scan the QR code

    Aim your phone's camera at the QR code in the email we sent you.

  3. 3

    Install the eSIM

    Follow the instructions to install the eSIM. We recommend doing this before you leave.

  4. 4

    Connect when you arrive

    Upon reaching Mauritania, 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 Mauritania best?

eSIMLocal SIM cardWi-Fi hotspot
ActivationInstant (QR code)Bought on arrivalPick-up/delivery
Installation2 minutesSIM swapExtra device
PriceFrom €14.74€5–30€5–15/day
NetworkLocal 4G/LTELocal 4G/LTELocal 4G/LTE
Devices1 smartphone1 smartphoneUp to 5 devices
FlexibilityTop up at any timeFixed dataDaily rental
RecommendationIdeal for travellersFor long staysFor groups/families

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