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Mauritania eSIM
A 5 GB Mauritania eSIM costs £79.99 for 30 days on Mattel on 4G. Plans start at £18.99 for 1 GB. Delivered by email in seconds.
From Nouakchott to Chinguetti, your eSIM connects over the Mattel network, so WhatsApp and maps travel with you. Install before you fly, then pick a plan that fits how long you're away and how much you'll use.
- 4G speeds
- 1 network: Mattel
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Mauritania eSIM in two questions
Which Mauritania eSIM plan do I need?
Start with your trip length, then choose how much you'll really use.
- A city break in Nouakchott: a few lively days of messages, maps and photos on the Mattel network. Choose 3 GB for 15 days.
- A fortnight touring Chinguetti and Ouadane: a steady mix of WhatsApp, maps and social media. Choose 10 GB for 30 days.
- A long stay in Nouadhibou: a month of messages, social media and music. Choose 20 GB for 30 days.
- A business trip with your laptop on hotspot: a week of heavy use with streaming and tethering. Choose 2 GB a day for 7 days. See how hotspot works.
Every plan can be topped up if your trip grows, so you can add more data mid-trip.
All 41 Mauritania eSIM plans
Prices include any taxes. Price per GB shown so you can compare at a glance.
| Data | Valid for | Price | Per GB | Top-up | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB · 7 days | £18.99 / €21.99 / $23.99 | £18.99 / €21.99 / $23.99 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £47.99 / €57.99 / $62.99 | £16.00 / €19.33 / $21.00 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 30 days | £50.99 / €60.99 / $66.99 | £17.00 / €20.33 / $22.33 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £79.99 / €95.99 / $103.99 | £16.00 / €19.20 / $20.80 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £145.99 / €173.99 / $188.99 | £14.60 / €17.40 / $18.90 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £297.99 / €356.99 / $387.99 | £14.90 / €17.85 / $19.40 | Choose |
Networks your Mauritania eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins this local network automatically, wherever you are in Mauritania.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Mauritania | Mattel | 4G |
Good to know
- Data only: your own number keeps working for calls and texts
- Hotspot works where your phone and the network allow it
- Plans start when you first connect; install within 180 days
- Your data routes through United Kingdom, so some sites may show that country
- Top up the same eSIM any time, no new QR code
Will my eSIM have signal in Mauritania?
Your eSIM joins Mattel in Mauritania, and your phone picks it up on its own. Mattel runs on 4G, so that is what you will use. Signal is best in Nouakchott and the larger towns, but it is often absent in the desert, so download your maps before you leave the city.
Your data reaches the internet through the United Kingdom, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Read more on how IP addresses work abroad. Daily plans slow down once you have used that day's allowance.
How much data do you need in Mauritania?
Light: maps, messages, email (about 0.25 GB a day). Standard: plus social, music, some video (about 0.7 GB a day). Heavy: plus streaming, video calls, hotspot (about 1.8 GB a day).
3 days
- Light · about 800 MB1 GB · 7 days · £18.99 / €21.99 / $23.99
- Standard · about 2 GB3 GB · 15 days · £47.99 / €57.99 / $62.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB1 GB a day · 7 days · £81.49 / €97.99 / $105.99
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB3 GB · 15 days · £47.99 / €57.99 / $62.99
- Standard · about 5 GB5 GB · 30 days · £79.99 / €95.99 / $103.99
- Heavy · about 13 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £121.99 / €146.49 / $158.49
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB5 GB · 30 days · £79.99 / €95.99 / $103.99
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £121.99 / €146.49 / $158.49
- Heavy · about 25 GB2 GB a day · 15 days · £231.49 / €277.49 / $300.99
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB10 GB · 30 days · £145.99 / €173.99 / $188.99
- Standard · about 21 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £243.99 / €291.99 / $316.99
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £462.99 / €554.49 / $601.49
How to set up your Mauritania eSIM
Install at home
On Wi-Fi, tap Install on iPhone (iOS 17.4+), scan the QR code, or type the two codes from your email.
Switch on when you land
Turn on your eSIM line, choose it for mobile data and switch Data Roaming on for that line.
You're online
Your phone joins Mattel and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
Using your phone in Mauritania: data tips
- Arriving: Land at Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International (NKC) and switch on your eSIM, after installing it at home on Wi-Fi. Keep data roaming on for the eSIM line. Your eSIM runs on the Mattel 4G network.
- Getting around: Maps and email use about 0.25 GB a day, so a small plan goes a long way when you're finding your way.
- Staying in touch: Message friends on WhatsApp over your eSIM data. Your home number stays on for calls and texts, and you can keep WhatsApp and your home number working while you travel.
- Top up: Every plan can be topped up, so you can add more data mid-trip instead of buying another eSIM.
- Choosing a plan: Pick a fixed plan, or a daily allowance if you'd like a set amount each day. Heavy use, such as streaming and hotspot, is about 1.8 GB a day.
Mauritania eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for Mauritania?
Mauritania eSIMs start at £18.99 for 1 GB over 7 days. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £79.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.
Which networks does the Mauritania eSIM use?
Your eSIM connects to Mattel in Mauritania. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.
When does my Mauritania eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Mauritania, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my Mauritania eSIM?
Yes. Most Mauritania plans can be topped up from your eSIM page in two taps, with no new QR code. The plan table on this page shows which ones.
Why does my IP address show another country?
Mauritania plans route your data through United Kingdom, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Websites and apps may show that country's content; your speed and coverage in Mauritania are not affected.
Does it come with a phone number?
Every eSIMology plan is data only. Keep your own SIM switched on for calls and texts, and use WhatsApp, FaceTime or any calling app over your eSIM's data.
What if my plans change?
Cancel an eSIM you haven't installed within 30 days for a full refund to your card, in two taps from your eSIM page.
Is there 5G in Mauritania, including Chinguetti and Ouadane?
No. Mauritania's networks run on 4G, not 5G, so Chinguetti, Ouadane and the rest of the country use 4G. A 5G phone simply connects on 4G there.
Can I use WhatsApp in Mauritania?
Yes. WhatsApp is the messaging app to use in Mauritania, so you can message home, your hotel or your hosts just as you normally would. Pick a plan with enough data for daily chats and photos.
Can I use my Mauritania eSIM as a hotspot for my laptop?
Yes. Heavy use in Mauritania, including streaming and hotspot sharing, comes to about 1.8 GB a day, so keep an eye on your allowance during a long laptop session.
Which airport should I know for Mauritania?
Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International (NKC) is the airport to know for Mauritania. Install your eSIM before you fly, so you're not hunting for Wi-Fi at the gate and your phone is set up for the trip.
How much data do maps use in Nouakchott?
Maps, messages and email together use about 0.25 GB a day, so a day of getting around Nouakchott on directions is light on data. Keep a little spare for photos or a social media scroll in the evening.
Ready for Mauritania?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.