Mauritius has three mobile operators — my.t (Mauritius Telecom), Emtel and Chili (MTML) — with strong 4G LTE coverage across the island and 5G live in the main towns and tourist belts. Both my.t and Emtel sell convenient tourist SIM and eSIM packs at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU), so getting connected on arrival is quick. International travel eSIMs from Airalo, Ubigi and others roam on these same networks for travelers who prefer to set up before they fly.
Networks & coverage
my.t and Emtel are the two dominant networks, both with island-wide 4G and 5G in Port Louis, Grand Baie, Flic-en-Flac, Ebene and other busy areas; Chili (MTML) is a smaller third option. Coverage is excellent across the coast and resort zones where most visitors stay, and signal holds up well even on the central plateau and around the interior. Travel eSIMs typically roam on Emtel, giving dependable data wherever tourists go.
eSIM or physical SIM?
Mauritius is unusually eSIM-friendly: my.t runs eSIM vending machines by the luggage belts at MRU and Emtel sells eSIM tourist packs, so you can go digital without queuing. Buying a local physical SIM is just as easy at the my.t and Emtel shops in arrivals — you’ll need your passport, as registration is mandatory. International eSIMs installed before departure connect the moment you land. For most resort holidays an eSIM is the most convenient choice.
Data, calls & messaging
Local tourist SIMs bundle unlimited or large data with some calling credit and SMS, while international travel eSIMs are usually data-only — fine since WhatsApp covers calls and messaging. A local my.t or Emtel pack gives you a Mauritian number if you need to call hotels, tour operators or taxis. Unlimited-data tourist packs are common locally, making heavy use simple without worrying about top-ups.
How much data do you need?
A week of maps, messaging and browsing fits comfortably in 3–5 GB. Two weeks of resort-hopping with social media and photo uploads suits 10 GB. Heavy users who stream or work remotely should choose 15–20 GB, or one of the unlimited local tourist packs. Since unlimited options are cheap on the island, data-hungry travelers often just buy a local pack on arrival.
Available plans
18 plans available
Prices here are listed in more than one currency — the range is compared against each group in its own currency, values are not converted.
Data last verified: Jul 3, 2026
SIM and eSIM plans in Mauritius — operator, plan, data, validity, network, type and price.
Plans shown are indicative samples for reference. Confirm current pricing, data allowances, and coverage with each provider before purchasing.
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How we compile this data
Plan data is compiled from the public pricing pages of mobile operators, MVNOs, and eSIM providers serving each destination.
Listings are reviewed by the DROAM telecom desk and kept neutral — we surface a representative sample of options rather than promote any single provider.
Operators change allowances and pricing frequently, so we update entries as plans change and always link out to the provider for the current offer.
Networks & coverage
9 operators appear in the plans listed for Mauritius:
Airalo
Ubigi
Instabridge
my.t
Emtel
eSIMbag
MyDataSim
Xipo Flex
Weconnect
Network technology available across these plans: 4G, 5G.
Good to know
The lowest-cost option listed is MyDataSim at $7.42 for 1 GB over 365 days.
eSIM plans activate instantly by scanning a QR code — no SIM swap or local store visit needed.
A physical SIM can be the better choice for older phones that do not support eSIM.
Check that your phone is carrier-unlocked before buying, and match the data allowance to your trip length.
