Coverage in Mauritania: what to know
Mauritel has the widest footprint, about 328 towns versus 48 for Mattel in 2023 regulator figures, so Mattel is the narrower option. Outside Nouakchott and Nouadhibou, desert coverage turns patchy and depends on the route.
Checked 3 Nov 2026. Source: btw.media. Coverage changes, so check your route before you rely on it.
The short answer
The best eSIM for Mauritania is the one that fits your trip and your networks. For two weeks of photos, maps and social, NUM picks 5 GB for 30 days at $40.49, as of 3 Nov 2026.
| Plans from | $10.19 on 3 Nov 2026 |
|---|---|
| Networks on local plans | Mattel 4G |
| A week | 3 GB, 15 days, $24.49 |
| Two weeks | 5 GB, 30 days, $40.49 |
| A month | 10 GB, 30 days, $73.59 |
| Phone number | None, data only |
| Payment | Apple Pay, Google Pay or card |
Questions people ask about Nouakchott
Is there mobile signal at Nouakchott?
Dense capital core where all networks concentrate service.
How much does an eSIM for Mauritania cost?
On 3 Nov 2026, Mauritania plans started at $10.19 and went up to $150.89 for the biggest. The shop always shows today’s price, and the price on the pay button is the price you pay.
Which network works well in Mauritania?
Mauritel has the widest footprint, about 328 towns versus 48 for Mattel in 2023 regulator figures, so Mattel is the narrower option. Outside Nouakchott and Nouadhibou, desert coverage turns patchy and depends on the route.
Which network works well in Mauritania?
Mauritel has the widest footprint, about 328 towns versus 48 for Mattel in 2023 regulator figures, so Mattel is the narrower option. Outside Nouakchott and Nouadhibou, desert coverage turns patchy and depends on the route.
Why does my eSIM show another carrier’s name?
Many travel eSIMs are issued by one carrier and roam on local networks, so your phone can show the issuing carrier’s name while your data runs on a local network. Keep data roaming on for the eSIM.
Will it work on my phone?
Dial *#06# on the phone you’re taking. If you see an EID number, it takes an eSIM. Every iPhone from the XR and XS on does, and the SE from 2020, as do Google Pixel 3 and later and Samsung Galaxy S20 and later. The phone must be carrier-unlocked. Not sure? Text PHONE and your model and we’ll check.
When do I install it?
At home, on wifi, before you fly. Then switch it on when you land. Tell us your landing day and we text you the switch-on steps that morning.
Does it come with a phone number?
No. It’s a data-only eSIM. WhatsApp, LINE, iMessage and FaceTime all work over it, and your home number can stay on for calls and codes.
What if it doesn’t work?
If we can’t issue your eSIM, we refund you in full. If it won’t install or connect, text us and we help you get connected.