Mayotte eSIM
Mobile data in Mayotte. No roaming fees, instant activation, one-tap install on iPhone, Samsung and Android.
- 01Internet on arrival
- 02No SIM swap — keep your number
- 03Set up in under a minute, before you fly
Choose Your Unlimited Plan
- 3G/4G/5G network speeds
- Top-up anytime if needed
- Instant Activation · Hotspot Sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
- 1 GB high speed per 24 hours
- Unlimited data (min. 1 Mbps after high-speed)
- 3G/4G/5G · Instant activation · Hotspot sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
All Mayotte eSIM plans and prices
| Data | Valid | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $1.49 / day | — |
| 2 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $2.49 / day | — |
| 3 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $3.49 / day | — |
| 5 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $3.99 / day | — |
| 10 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $6.99 / day | — |
Which Mayotte eSIM plan should I pick?
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Streaming and hotspot every day
Unlimited daily
from $1.49 / day
How it works
- Step01 Choose Plan Pick the data and validity that fit your trip.
- Step02 Receive Order Email Your eSIM arrives by email straight away.
- Step03 Install in one tap Tap install, then switch on data when you land.
Mayotte
Common Questions
Is an eSIM useful for the ferry to Mamoudzou in Mayotte?
You leave Dzaoudzi Pamandzi International Airport with your bag and pull up Google Maps to find the ferry crossing to Mamoudzou. Instead of joining a queue to buy a SIM, you get your bearings and head towards the waterfront. Across the lagoon, boats move against the green shoreline while you message your accommodation on WhatsApp to confirm where to meet.
In Mamoudzou, you follow the map towards the covered market, pausing beside stalls piled with produce and fragrant spices. You use Google Translate to understand a handwritten food sign, then choose something to eat before browsing the colourful fabrics. A WhatsApp message helps you arrange a lagoon outing with a guide, and you send a photo of the harbour home while deciding where to wander next.
What should tourists look for in a Mayotte eSIM?
Choose an eSIM with local network access around Mamoudzou and Dzaoudzi, plus the coastal areas you plan to explore. This plan connects to supported local networks, giving you data for navigation, bookings and messages through apps. It is data-only, and hotspot sharing works on most plans.
Look for straightforward advance setup and a clear activation window. This plan supports installation before departure and gives you 180 days from purchase to activate. Use the plan picker to compare the allowance and validity of each package; both depend on your selection. If your needs change, buy a new plan.
Where does the eSIM have coverage in Mayotte?
Your eSIM connects to local networks including Orange, with 3G/4G/5G connectivity. Coverage is strongest around Mamoudzou, Dzaoudzi and the main populated coastal areas. It becomes patchier in the forested interior of Grande-Terre, along steep mountain trails and around isolated stretches of coastline. Expect a more consistent connection in town than on a hike towards Mount Choungui.
| SimSwift eSIM | Local SIM | Roaming | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setup | Install at home before you fly | Find a shop and queue after landing | Nothing to install; switch roaming on |
| When you're connected | On landing through a supported network | After purchase and setup | On landing if your home plan includes this destination |
| Paperwork / ID | No registration paperwork | ID may be requested at the counter | Use your existing account without new paperwork |
| Cost predictability | Pay once upfront | Buy on arrival under local terms | Included or billed separately, depending on your home plan |
| WhatsApp & your number | Keep using WhatsApp on your home number | New local number; WhatsApp stays on your home number | Your home number, on your home plan's roaming terms |
| Top-ups | Buy a new plan if you need more data | Ask the shop about available options | Extra allowances depend on your home plan |
What connectivity tips help when exploring Mayotte?
- Download a map of Grande-Terre before exploring inland; save your accommodation and trail access points for offline navigation.
- Save the Mamoudzou ferry terminal location and your onward directions before putting your phone away near the water.
- Carry a waterproof phone pouch for lagoon excursions, and keep charging ports dry after boat trips.
- Bring a compatible adapter for Type E sockets and a power bank for navigation away from your accommodation.
- Carry a physical payment card and cash for market purchases; do not rely entirely on phone payments in Mamoudzou.
- Ask permission before photographing people at markets or in villages, especially before sharing their images online.
How much does a Mayotte eSIM cost?
SimSwift Mayotte unlimited daily plans start at $1.49 a day.