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Mauritania eSIM

Instant data from $26

The best eSIM for Mauritania gives you 1GB of high-speed data for $26, valid 7 days, on the strongest local networks. Arrive at Nouakchott–Oumtounsy airport with data already set up, no SIM paperwork at the counter. Wayfarro's Mauritania eSIM works for maps, messages and bookings in the capital and in towns like Atar, gateway to the old desert town of Chinguetti. Signal fades in the open Sahara, so save offline maps first.

Choose your plan

✓ Hotspot allowed✓ Top up without reinstalling✓ Instant delivery

Data plans

High-speed data · use it at your own pace

Unlimited Lite

1GB a day at full speed, then 512 kbps

Unlimited Essential

1GB a day at full speed, then 1.25 Mbps

Unlimited Plus

2GB a day at full speed, then 2 Mbps

Installation

Set up before you fly

Install on Wi-Fi at home; your plan only starts when you land and connect in Mauritania. Full device-by-device steps in the install guide.

  1. 1

    Open the email

    Your QR arrives seconds after checkout.

  2. 2

    Scan or tap

    iPhone: one tap. Android: scan the QR in Settings → Network.

  3. 3

    Turn on data roaming for the eSIM

    Sounds wrong, is right — it's how travel eSIMs connect. No roaming fees apply.

Mauritania eSIM — questions, answered

What is the best eSIM for Mauritania?

Wayfarro's Mauritania eSIM starts at $26 for 1GB over 7 days, running on the strongest local networks. It's delivered instantly by email, installs in about two minutes, and you can top it up mid-trip without reinstalling anything.

When should I buy my Mauritania eSIM?

Anytime before you travel. Install it at home on Wi-Fi, and it activates when you land and connect to a local network — so buying a few days early costs you nothing.

Will my phone work with an eSIM?

Almost every phone released since 2019 supports eSIM — iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and recent Samsung Galaxy models. Check your exact model in our compatibility list before buying; it takes ten seconds.

Do I keep my WhatsApp number?

Yes. Your Wayfarro eSIM only carries data and sits beside your normal SIM. WhatsApp, iMessage, and verification texts keep using your existing number exactly as before.

Can I share data with my laptop?

Yes — personal hotspot and tethering are supported on all Wayfarro plans, at no extra charge.

What happens if I run out of data in Mauritania?

Top up from your Wayfarro email receipt or account in two taps. Top-ups apply to the eSIM you already installed — no new QR code, no reinstalling.

What if it doesn't work?

Our support team responds around the clock. If we can't get your eSIM working, you get a full refund to your card — and if your plans change before you install it, the full amount comes back as Wayfarro credit. See our refund policy for details.

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