“I selected their best coverage plan for 10 GB and I had no coverage at all. I failed to set up at the airport, in the taxi. Then I connected for a while at the hotel beach, but I could not connect anymore again. Total waste of money, they refused to refund because I used 64 MB of data already. Then I purchased Yesim 1 GB and had the coverage immediately.”

Leoš

Apr 25, 2026

MicroEsim Mauritius

“OK”

Leoš

Apr 25, 2026

GoMoWorld Mauritius

“Terrible connection. 90% of the time, 3G coverage. 4G rarely appears. 5G is absent.”

Vladimir Shmakov

Dec 31, 2025

Mauritius Travel eSIM FAQ

Everything you need to know about using eSIMs in Mauritius

How many travel eSIM brands (providers) are available for use in Mauritius, and how many prepaid data plans are there?

There are over 190 providers and over 5, 800 prepaid data plans available in Mauritius, offering a wide variety of options that make it easy for travelers to find an eSIM that suits their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Mauritius?

Unlimited data eSIMs for Mauritius can be found from several providers. Yesim, Earth Esim, ASIMGO, Roamify and Ohayu all offer unlimited data plans that are valid from one to thirty days, with most allowing tethering. Speed may be throttled; some plans specifically limit speed to 1 Mbps (Earth Esim, Ohayu) or 5 Mbps (ASIMGO). The price range for these unlimited options spans from around $5.74 to $266.00 USD, so users can choose a plan that fits both their budget and expected data usage.

What are the major mobile networks available for a travel eSIM in Mauritius?

Mauritius hosts several major Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) that provide extensive coverage and services across the island:

My.T (Mauritius Telecom): The incumbent provider, offering comprehensive 2G, 3G, and 4G/LTE services, with coverage extending to Rodrigues and Agalega islands.
Emtel: A prominent operator delivering 2G, 3G, 4G/LTE, and 5G services, with its 5G network covering approximately 80% of the population as of 2024.
Chili (MTML): Operated by Mahanagar Telephone Mauritius Limited, providing 2G and 3G services, with coverage primarily in urban areas.

In Mauritius, Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) lease network access from these major carriers to offer their own mobile services. However, most travel eSIMs rely on the infrastructure of the primary MNOs rather than MVNOs.

Can I get a travel eSIM with a phone number and SMS for Mauritius?

Travel eSIM plans for Mauritius that include a phone number and SMS are offered by several providers. Providers such as GlobaleSIM, JamboSim, ESIM.DOG, AirPlans, Esimtofly, and LinkeSIM give a fully functional number that supports voice calls (inbound and/or outbound) and SMS (inbound and/or outbound). These numbers use foreign dialing codes – most commonly +1 (United States/Canada) and +33 (France) – so they are not local Mauritius numbers (+230). Pricing starts around $6 for a 1GB 7‑day plan and can reach about $107 for a 20GB 365‑day plan, while validity ranges from a week to a year.

If you need to receive SMS locally in Mauritius, verify that the foreign number will be recognized and that SMS forwarding or local reception is allowed for the chosen plan. For pure data needs, data‑only eSIMs are also available, and voice or text can be carried over VoIP services such as WhatsApp or Telegram, though access to these apps may vary in Mauritius. Always check the provider’s roaming and SMS policies before purchasing.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Sep 21, 2026