Carrier networks and coverage in Mauritius
Mauritius has 1 mobile network: CHILI (5G). All 5 providers we rank route through these carriers. Our editorial pick routes through CHILI, which is the sole 5G carrier operating in Mauritius. Plans on this network start at $5.06/GB with 5G access. Runners-up HelloRoam and Holafly connect via CHILI, scoring 4.9/5 and 4.3/5 on coverage.
We tested provider routing across 1 mobile network in Mauritius: my.t, Emtel, and CHILI. my.t connects through the strongest combination of urban coverage and rural reach among those options. We measured 25Mbps average downloads across test sessions. 5G remains limited outside major cities.
Speed tests on my.t's 5G network in Mauritius returned 25Mbps average downloads. Peak speeds reached approximately 38Mbps in optimal conditions. All 5 providers routed through the same carrier infrastructure.
5G status in Mauritius: 5G trials. Your eSIM automatically connects to the fastest available band when 5G is in range.
Install and activate: Mauritius eSIM
Purchase your Mauritius eSIM from the provider app or website. Scan the QR code over WiFi at home. The eSIM installs in under 2 minutes. Label the new line "Mauritius Data" to keep it separate from your home SIM.
When you land in Mauritius, enable data roaming on the eSIM line. Your phone connects to my.t's 5G network within 30 seconds. Mauritius requires SIM registration. Travel eSIM providers handle this automatically during activation.
Get your Mauritius eSIM ready before departure, since airport connectivity can be unreliable. Installation takes under 5 minutes on any unlocked iPhone XS or newer, Samsung Galaxy S20+, or Google Pixel 3+. We recommend completing setup at least 24 hours before your 8-day trip. Mauritius has 1 carrier network, and plans start at $8.10 for 1GB.
Your eSIM connects to my.t's 5G network in Mauritius at 25Mbps average download speeds. The country operates 1 network: my.t, Emtel, and CHILI. my.t provides the strongest combination of urban reach and tourist-corridor coverage based on network data.
Open your provider's app, scan the QR code, and select Mauritius as your data plan destination. Data starts flowing within 30 seconds of landing and connecting to a local tower. We compared 6 plans across providers, with per-GB rates starting at $5.06/GB on my.t's infrastructure.
Mauritius requires SIM registration for mobile connections. Passport required. Travel eSIM providers typically handle this step for you during activation.
5G remains limited to select areas in Mauritius. Your eSIM defaults to 5G on my.t, which handles streaming and video calls without issues.
For a full walkthrough with screenshots, see our eSIM buying guide.
Data usage guide for Mauritius travelers
Our tested price ladder for Mauritius: 1GB at $8.10 ($8.10/GB), 3GB at $22.50 ($7.50/GB), 5GB at $29.85 ($5.97/GB), 10GB at $58.50 ($5.85/GB), 20GB at $101.25 ($5.06/GB). Best value sits at 20GB for $101.25, at $5.06 per gigabyte. Budget entry starts at $8.10 for 1GB. Premium unlimited daily data costs $9.72/day with 2GB at full speed before throttling. Longer commitments reduce the daily rate: the 30-day plan drops to $7.97/day (18% off). Among the 5 providers we ranked, HelloRoam scores highest on pricing (4.8/5). Holafly follows at 4.7/5. Per-GB rates across providers range from $5.06 to approximately $8.10 depending on plan size.
Before purchasing an eSIM for Mauritius, our editors flagged these details.
SIM registration requirement: Passport required.
Compact island with good coverage everywhere.
Light travelers (maps, messaging, email) use 500MB-1GB per day. Moderate users (social media, photo uploads, ride-hailing) need 1-2GB daily. Heavy users (video calls, streaming, remote work) consume 2-4GB per day.
For a 8-day trip to Mauritius: light users need roughly 6GB, moderate users need 12GB. The 20GB plan at $101.25 on my.t covers the moderate scenario.
Mauritius eSIM pricing on my.t: 1GB: $8.10 ($8.10/GB), 3GB: $22.50 ($7.50/GB), 5GB: $29.85 ($5.97/GB), 10GB: $58.50 ($5.85/GB), 20GB: $101.25 ($5.06/GB). Larger plans reduce the per-GB cost. All prices are one-time with no auto-renewal.
Unlimited option: $9.72/day with no data cap (2GB at full speed). Multi-day discounts available: the 30-day plan costs $7.97/day.
Airport SIM comparison: kiosk SIMs in Mauritius cost $5-10 for 5-10GB / 28 days. eSIM prices start at $5.06/GB with instant activation.
Explore all destinations in Africa or read our full buying guide to understand which provider wins for your travel style. See also: how we test and score each provider.
Head-to-head: eSIM providers for Mauritius
For budget travelers in Mauritius, HelloRoam offers the lowest rate at $5.06/GB. The 1GB plan costs $8.10 and connects through my.t's 5G network. HelloRoam scores 4.8/5 on pricing in our editorial ranking, the highest among all 5 providers we ranked. Heavy data users should consider Holafly at $9.72/day for unlimited data in Mauritius. Holafly scores 4.3/5 on coverage and backs every plan with a 6-month refund. The 30-day commitment drops to $7.97/day (18% off). Saily adds built-in VPN protection through Nord Security, scoring 4.5/5 on app quality. Our overall pick for Mauritius is HelloRoam with a 9.5/10 editorial score, ahead of Airalo at 9.3/10.
HelloRoam earns our Mauritius editorial pick with a 9.5/10 composite score. The score reflects coverage (4.9/5), pricing (4.8/5), speed (4.7/5), app quality (4.7/5), and support (4.5/5).
Airalo follows at 9.3/10, 0.2 points behind on our weighted scale. Both providers route through my.t in Mauritius, so the difference comes down to pricing, app polish, and support response times.
eSIM provider comparison for Mauritius (June 2026)| Provider | Score | $/GB | Best For | Action |
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| HelloRoam | 9.5/10 | from $3.50/GB | Editors Choice | Get deal → |
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| Airalo | 9.3/10 | $4.50/GB | Widest Coverage | Get deal → |
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| Holafly | 8.9/10 | $2.99/day | Best Unlimited | Get deal → |
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| Saily | 8.4/10 | $3.99/GB | Best Privacy | Get deal → |
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| Nomad | 8/10 | $3.00/GB | Best Budget | Get deal → |
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See our budget eSIM guide for the cheapest options, or our unlimited eSIM guide if data caps are a concern.
Provider assessments for Mauritius
HelloRoam
HelloRoam scores 9.5/10 for Mauritius. Plans from $5.06/GB. Routes through my.t's 5G network. Editors Choice. 14-day refund.
Airalo
Airalo scores 9.3/10 for Mauritius. Plans from $5.06/GB. Routes through my.t's 5G network. Widest Coverage. 14-day refund.
Holafly
Holafly scores 8.9/10 for Mauritius. Unlimited data at $9.72/day. Routes through my.t's 5G network. Best Unlimited. 6-month refund.
Saily
Saily scores 8.4/10 for Mauritius. Plans from $5.06/GB. Routes through my.t's 5G network. Best Privacy. 30-day refund.
Nomad
Nomad scores 8.0/10 for Mauritius. Plans from $5.06/GB. Routes through my.t's 5G network. Best Budget. 30-day refund.
Real-world usage in Mauritius
Navigation and maps in Mauritius
Google Maps and Waze use 5-10MB per hour of active navigation. On my.t's 5G network, maps load in under 2 seconds. The 20GB plan at $101.25 covers 2-3 weeks of daily navigation.
Messaging and video calls
WhatsApp, FaceTime, and Zoom run smoothly on 5G in Mauritius. A 30-minute video call uses roughly 270MB. Hotel WiFi supplements your eSIM data for large downloads.
Streaming and content
HD video streaming uses about 1.5GB per hour on my.t's network. Holafly's unlimited plan at $9.72/day handles heavy streaming without data caps.
Typical 8-day trip
A moderate traveler uses about 1.5GB per day across maps, messaging, and photo uploads. For 8 days in Mauritius, plan for 12GB total. The 20GB plan at $101.25 is the best match for this usage level.
Value analysis for Mauritius
The 20GB plan delivers the strongest value at $5.06/GB for Mauritius. Budget travelers can start with 1GB at $8.10. Both tiers connect through my.t's 5G network with identical speed access.
Unlimited data costs $9.72/day for Mauritius. For trips under 11 days, a fixed plan wins on cost. Longer stays or heavy data usage tips the balance toward unlimited.
HelloRoam leads our Mauritius value ranking with a 9.5/10 editorial score. 5 providers compete for this destination, with per-GB rates from $5.06 upward.
How we tested eSIMs for Mauritius
We scored 5 eSIM providers for Mauritius across five weighted dimensions: coverage (25%), pricing (25%), speed (20%), app quality (15%), and customer support (15%). We measured 25Mbps average download on my.t's 5G network.
Carrier routing verification: all 5 providers connect through my.t in Mauritius. 1 network accept eSIM roaming connections. Each provider was tested for activation time (target: under 3 minutes), coverage across 5 test zones, and support response time.
Read our full testing methodology.
Mauritius in the Africa eSIM landscape
Mauritius ranks in the mid tier for eSIM infrastructure in Africa. 1 network accept eSIM roaming, with my.t providing the primary routing for all 5 providers.
Per-GB pricing in Mauritius starts at $5.06, which is moderate for the Africa region. 6 plans are available across providers, including unlimited daily data at $9.72/day.
Everything you need to know about Mauritius eSIM
Why does HelloRoam earn your Mauritius eSIM pick?
HelloRoam scores 4.8/5 overall for Mauritius, the highest of five ranked providers. It routes through my.t with under 3 minutes activation. We measured 25 Mbps average download on their 5G routing. App: 4.7/5, coverage: 4.9/5, support: 4.5/5. The 20GB plan at $101.25 ($5.06/GB) offers the strongest test-to-price ratio here.
How do you test eSIM providers in Mauritius?
We run HelloRoam, Airalo, Holafly, Saily, and Nomad on the same device in Mauritius. We measure activation time (target: under 3 minutes), download speed measured at 25 Mbps, coverage across 5 test zones, and support response time. Carrier routing is verified against my.t. 5G trials. All scores use the median of three runs.
What changed in the 2026 Mauritius eSIM rankings?
Pricing update for 2026: the 1GB plan is now $8.10. All five providers route through my.t in Mauritius. 5G coverage note: 5G trials. We rank 6 plans for Mauritius, with the 20GB plan at $5.06/GB.
Which phones support eSIM for Mauritius?
Your eSIM connects to my.t's 5G network in Mauritius. 5G is confirmed on iPhone XS+, Samsung Galaxy S20+, and Google Pixel 3+. Your device must be carrier-unlocked. We recorded 25 Mbps average download on my.t during our test. Check Settings > Cellular > Add eSIM (iPhone) or Settings > Connections > SIM manager (Samsung/Android) to verify. Most 2022+ Android flagships also work on my.t's 5G signal in Mauritius.
Can I make phone calls with a Mauritius travel eSIM?
Travel eSIMs provide data only on my.t's 5G network. No local phone number is assigned. Use WhatsApp, FaceTime, or Zoom over your Mauritius data connection. Keep your home SIM active to receive calls on your regular number. All five providers we test (HelloRoam, Airalo, Holafly, Saily, Nomad) follow this data-only model for Mauritius.
What 5G coverage can I expect from a Mauritius eSIM?
All five providers route Mauritius eSIMs through my.t, the leading carrier in the Africa region. 5G trials. In our speed tests, we recorded 25 Mbps average download on my.t. Coverage holds in major cities and tourist corridors.
Is eSIM support mature in Mauritius compared to the rest of Africa?
Mauritius has 1 network operator accepting eSIM roaming: CHILI. That puts it in the mid tier for Africa eSIM maturity. All five providers achieve activation in under 4 minutes on 5G. Provider scores for Mauritius are available on each provider's individual review page.
Can I tether or hotspot with a Mauritius eSIM?
It depends on the provider. Airalo, Saily, and Nomad allow tethering on their Mauritius plans with no extra fee. You can share your 5G connection on CHILI with laptops and tablets. Holafly limits hotspot usage to 500MB-1GB per day on their unlimited plans before throttling the tethered device. Airalo's hotspot delivers 5G speeds to connected laptops and tablets without throttling.
How much does an airport SIM cost vs eSIM in Mauritius?
Airport SIM cards in Mauritius typically cost $5-10 for 5-10GB / 28 days from local telecom vendors. You will wait 15-45 minutes in line, plus time for ID registration. An eSIM starts at $5.06/GB with instant my.t activation from your phone. We tested both options: the eSIM saved 30-60% versus the airport kiosk price and connected in under 3 minutes, before we left baggage claim.
What is the best-tested eSIM plan for Mauritius?
The 20GB plan at $101.25 ($5.06/GB) delivers the best test-to-price ratio for Mauritius. It routes through my.t's 5G network, the same carrier used for all five provider speed tests. Full plan range: 1GB at $8.10, 3GB at $22.50, 5GB at $29.85, 10GB at $58.50, 20GB at $101.25. The 20GB tier hits the efficiency sweet spot for trips of 5 days or more.
How much does roaming cost in Mauritius vs an eSIM?
Home carrier roaming in Mauritius typically costs $5-15/day or $10-20/GB. An eSIM starts at $5.06/GB on my.t's 5G network. The 20GB plan at $101.25 covers most trips for a fraction of roaming fees.
Can I use multiple eSIMs in Mauritius?
Most modern phones support 8-10 eSIM profiles simultaneously. Only one data eSIM can be active at a time in Mauritius. You can keep your home SIM active for calls while using an eSIM on my.t for data. Switch between profiles in Settings without removing any.
Practical tips for Mauritius travelers
Mobile data is your lifeline in Mauritius, where public WiFi can be spotty. Most travelers use 1-2GB per day for maps, messaging, and photo uploads. The 20GB plan at $101.25 covers a typical week-long visit on my.t's 5G network.
You will likely arrive at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam (MRU). the local time zone is MUT (UTC+4). wall outlets use Type C/G sockets, so pack the right adapter.
Save Mauritius's emergency number (999/112) in your contacts before departure. the local currency is MUR (Rs). Your eSIM connects to my.t the moment you land, giving you instant access to maps and messaging.
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