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There are more than 80 travel eSIM providers and more than 1,800 prepaid data plans available for use in Madagascar, offering a wide variety of options so travelers can easily find a plan that matches their needs.
Yes, several e‑SIM providers offer unlimited data plans that work in Madagascar. These plans generally allow tethering, but speeds may be throttled after a certain amount of data has been consumed, and some plans set a fixed maximum speed. The price range for unlimited plans varies widely, from as low as about $8 to as high as roughly $450, depending on validity period and provider. Additionally, one provider sets a 5 Mbps speed limit on its unlimited offering. Travelers who prefer higher speeds or longer validity periods may want to review these details carefully and choose a plan that matches their expected usage.
In Madagascar, the primary Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) are:
Airtel Madagascar: A subsidiary of the Indian multinational Bharti Airtel, offering a range of mobile services including voice, data, and value-added services.
Orange Madagascar: Part of the French telecommunications group Orange, providing mobile voice and data services with a focus on expanding network coverage across the country.
Yas (formerly Telma): Rebranded from Telma in November 2024, Yas is a leading telecommunications provider in Madagascar, offering mobile, fixed-line, and internet services.
Blueline (also known as BIP): Operated by Gulfsat Madagascar S.A., Blueline provides mobile services, focusing on serving the local population with a range of voice and data plans.
Additionally, Madagascar has Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) that offer mobile services by leasing access from major carriers. However, most travel eSIMs rely on the infrastructure of the primary MNOs rather than MVNOs.
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