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Best eSIM for Mayotte

HelloRoam sells eSIM plans for Mayotte. at $3.99 for 1 GB and $11.80 for 5 GB on Orange 5G. Nomad reaches 120 destinations, where HelloRoam covers 185 and sells 6 Mayotte plans up to 20 GB at $31.52. The floor rate is $1.58/GB at 20 GB, so 1 GB at $3.99 costs more than twice as much per gigabyte.

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eSIMRated Editorial TeamPrices verified September 20, 20266 plans comparedMayotte flag YT
Per GB from
$1.58/ GB
Networks
Orange
Plans available
6
5 GB from
$11.80
★ Editor's ChoiceOur pick for Mayotte, 2026
HelloRoam
HelloRoam
Orange · 6 plans compared

Competitive pricing on Orange in Mayotte. 5 GB plans from $11.80.

From
$3.99
1 GB / 7 days
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ETBy eSIMRated Editorial TeamEditorial Team· Reads every plan a provider publishes for a destination, checks its network list and terms against the provider's own pages, and scores it on eSIMRated's published five-category rubric.|Updated August 23, 2026|Last verified September 20, 2026
On this page
  • Plan comparison
  • Our picks
  • Network coverage
  • Coverage analysis
  • Activation
  • Data usage tips
  • eSIM plan pricing in Mayotte
  • All Mayotte eSIM plans
  • FAQ
  • Provider reviews
Key takeaway
This page compares 6 priced eSIM plans for Mayotte across Orange. HelloRoam's own Mayotte eSIM starts at $3.99 for 1 GB.

Mayotte eSIM plans compared: HelloRoam on Orange 5G from $3.99

eSIM provider comparison for Mayotte. Prices verified September 20, 2026.
ProviderPrice (5GB)CoverageRatingBest For
HelloRoam$11.80Orange4.9/5180-day refund
AiraloNot verified200+ countries4.5/5Most destinations
HolaflyUnlimited160 countries4.2/5Heavy users

Our top 3 picks for Mayotte

We evaluated 6 eSIM plans available for Mayotte, comparing them on verified pricing, network coverage, top-up availability, and app quality. Five stood out.

HelloRoam
HelloRoam
Verified pricing
$11.80
5 GB / 30 days

Pros: Mayotte coverage on Orange, hotspot sharing and top-up on every plan, 24/7 support in 63 languages, and a 180-day refund on an unactivated eSIM. Cons: Newer brand, smaller community than Airalo.

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HelloRoam Unlimited Daily Data Discount TiersUnlimited daily data
TierDurationDiscountStarting price
Short Stay1-2 days4% off$6.70$3.35/day · 2d
Week Package3-9 days8% off$22.48$3.21/day · 7d
Extended Stay10-19 days11% off$31.06$3.11/day · 10d
Monthly Package20-29 days15% off$59.33$2.97/day · 20d
Long TermBest Value30-365 days18% off$85.85$2.86/day · 30d
Based on base rate of $3.49/day. Longer stays save more.
Airalo
Airalo
Most Popular
Not verified

Pros: 200+ countries, top-up available, largest community. Cons: Priced above newer competitors on some routes, support response times can vary.

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Holafly
Holafly
Best Unlimited
Not verified

Pros: Truly unlimited data, full-speed on most plans, live chat support 24/7. Cons: Premium pricing, no per-GB options available.

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Quick Facts

  • HelloRoam sells 6 Mayotte eSIM plans on Orange 5G, from $3.99 for 1 GB to $31.52 for 20 GB, verified May 2026.(source)
  • Mayotte eSIM per-GB rate: $1.58/GB on the 20 GB plan at $31.52 on Orange 5G.(source)
  • Mayotte eSIM plans connect to Orange, running European-standard infrastructure as a French overseas department.(source)
  • Orange covers Mamoudzou, Dzaoudzi, Pamandzi Airport, and the RN1 and RN2 coastal roads across Grande-Terre and Petite-Terre.(source)
  • Pamandzi International Airport has no SIM card kiosks in arrivals, so a pre-installed eSIM avoids a barge trip to Mamoudzou.(source)
  • All 6 HelloRoam Mayotte plans carry top-up and hotspot sharing, with a 180-day refund on an unactivated eSIM and support in 63 languages.(source)

HelloRoam runs Mayotte on Orange 5G

HelloRoam runs Mayotte on Orange, the single network carrying 5G across both islands, so one profile at $11.80 for 5 GB holds signal from Mamoudzou down the western coast through Bandrele and along the eastern coast from Koungou to Bandraboua. Petite-Terre, including Dzaoudzi and Pamandzi Airport, is fully covered. Orange connects to the same backbone used across France, which is why speeds in populated areas match a mainland French experience.

Remote inland villages on the mountain roads between Mamoudzou and Chirongui see reduced signal.

Coverage analysis

Orange covers every main urban area on 5G: Mamoudzou on Grande-Terre, Dzaoudzi and Pamandzi on Petite-Terre, and the RN1 and RN2 coastal roads. The lagoon area and the reef entry points at M'Tsanga and Saziley hold workable signal. Central highland areas around Mount Bénara drop to intermittent 3G.

Northern coastal villages near Bandraboua keep 4G. South coast areas around Kani-Kéli and Bouéni stay consistent. Overall coverage quality matches other French overseas territories, and the weakest stretch is the inland mountain road between Mamoudzou and Chirongui.

Activation

Install your eSIM QR code before arriving at Pamandzi International Airport (DZA) on Petite-Terre. Orange Mayotte attaches on landing. The airport is small and has no SIM kiosks in arrivals, so a pre-installed profile saves a trip to Mamoudzou.

Your plan starts counting from first data use. iPhone XS or newer, Pixel 3a or newer, and Galaxy S20 or newer support eSIM, and the phone must be carrier-unlocked.

Data usage tips

Budget 200-400 MB per day for Google Maps on Mayotte's winding coastal roads, messaging, and social uploads. Reef diving in the Mayotte lagoon, the world's largest barrier reef, and photographing baobab trees uses 150-250 MB per photo session. Downloading offline maps of Grande-Terre before arrival saves 100 MB of live map data per day.

A 7-day visit needs 2-3 GB in total, so the $8.93 3 GB plan is the usual pick and the $11.80 5 GB plan covers heavier use.

eSIM plan pricing in Mayotte

Mayotte plans start at $3.99 for 1 GB over 7 days, and 3 GB costs $8.93 over 30 days. The 5 GB plan at $11.80 covers a full visitor week, 10 GB costs $19.06, and 20 GB costs $31.52, which works out to $1.58/GB. A daily plan at $3.49 allows 2 GB a day before a fair-use speed reduction.

Local SIM alternatives mean a trip to an Orange shop in Mamoudzou, a barge ride from Petite-Terre. Mayotte eSIM data from HelloRoam starts at $3.99 for 1 GB on Orange 5G, with top-up and hotspot sharing on all 6 plans.

All 6 Mayotte eSIM plans, $3.49 to $31.52

Mayotte 20GB 30Days
Orange (5G)30 daysTop-up available
$31.52
20 GB · 30 days
Per GB$1.58
TetheringYes
NetworkOrange
Mayotte 10GB 30Days
Orange (5G)30 daysTop-up available
$19.06
10 GB · 30 days
Per GB$1.91
TetheringYes
NetworkOrange
Mayotte 5GB 30Days
Orange (5G)30 daysTop-up available
$11.80
5 GB · 30 days
Per GB$2.36
TetheringYes
NetworkOrange
Mayotte 3GB 30Days
Orange (5G)30 daysTop-up available
$8.93
3 GB · 30 days
Per GB$2.98
TetheringYes
NetworkOrange
Mayotte 1GB 7Days
Orange (5G)7 daysTop-up available
$3.99
1 GB · 7 days
Per GB$3.99
TetheringYes
NetworkOrange
All eSIM plans for Mayotte. Prices verified September 20, 2026.
PlanNetworkValidityPrice
Mayotte 20GB 30Days ⭐Orange30 days / 20 GB$31.52
Mayotte 10GB 30DaysOrange30 days / 10 GB$19.06
Mayotte 5GB 30DaysOrange30 days / 5 GB$11.80
Mayotte 3GB 30DaysOrange30 days / 3 GB$8.93
Mayotte 1GB 7DaysOrange7 days / 1 GB$3.99
Mayotte 2GB/DayFair use policyOrange1 day / 2 GB per day$3.49

Prices verified: September 20, 2026

Mayotte eSIM questions answered

What is the best eSIM for Mayotte?

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HelloRoam sells eSIM plans for Mayotte. at $3.99 for 1 GB and $11.80 for 5 GB on Orange 5G. The 20 GB plan costs $31.52, which is $1.58 per GB and the floor rate here. Small plans cost more per gigabyte, so 1 GB at $3.99 works out to $3.99 per GB.

Which Mayotte eSIM plan should I buy?

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HelloRoam prices Mayotte at $11.80 for 5 GB on Orange 5G, which covers a full visitor week with maps and photo uploads. A 3 GB plan at $8.93 fits a short trip of three or four days. The 20 GB plan at $31.52 works out to $1.58/GB for longer postings. Orange covers Mamoudzou, Dzaoudzi, and every main coastal road.

How much does a Mayotte eSIM cost?

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HelloRoam sells eSIM plans for Mayotte. Mayotte has 6 eSIM plans on Orange 5G. The entry tier is $3.99 for 1 GB over 7 days, and 3 GB costs $8.93. Five GB costs $11.80, 10 GB costs $19.06, and 20 GB costs $31.52 at $1.58/GB. A daily option costs $3.49 and allows 2 GB a day. Prices verified May 2026.

Which network does eSIM use in Mayotte?

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HelloRoam sells eSIM plans for Mayotte. The Mayotte eSIM connects to Orange, the territory's main carrier, on all 6 plans. Orange runs under French telecommunications standards and covers every main town, coastal road, and tourist area across Grande-Terre and Petite-Terre. Coverage quality matches other French overseas territories. Inland mountain roads between Mamoudzou and Chirongui are the weakest stretch.

How much data do I need in Mayotte?

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HelloRoam sells eSIM plans for Mayotte. Most Mayotte visitors need 2-3 GB per week, which the $8.93 3 GB plan covers. Google Maps for coastal roads, messaging for local bookings, and photo uploads from reef dives and lagoon trips use 200-400 MB per day. Download offline maps of Grande-Terre before arrival to cut live data use. Heavier users should take the $11.80 5 GB plan.

How do I get a SIM card or eSIM in Mayotte?

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HelloRoam sells eSIM plans for Mayotte. An eSIM is the simpler route. Install your eSIM QR code before flying and switch it on after landing at Pamandzi International Airport. Pamandzi has no SIM kiosks in arrivals, so a pre-installed profile saves a detour. Orange SIM cards are sold at shops in Mamoudzou, across the water from Petite-Terre. Plans start at $3.99 for 1 GB.

How do I activate a Mayotte eSIM?

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HelloRoam sells eSIM plans for Mayotte. Install your eSIM QR code before departure. Orange attaches on landing at Pamandzi Airport with no counter visit and no local ID. Your plan starts counting from first data use, so installing days ahead costs you nothing. Any of the 6 plans, from $3.99 for 1 GB up to $31.52 for 20 GB, activates the same way.

Is there a daily data plan for Mayotte?

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HelloRoam sells eSIM plans for Mayotte. A daily Mayotte plan costs $3.49 on Orange 5G. It allows 2 GB a day, after which speed drops under fair-use terms for the rest of that day. That suits a two or three day stopover better than the $3.99 1 GB plan. For a full week, the 3 GB plan at $8.93 or the 5 GB plan at $11.80 costs less overall.

Which lagoon and reef areas have signal in Mayotte?

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HelloRoam sells eSIM plans for Mayotte. Orange covers the main lagoon entry points including M'Tsanga beach and Saziley on the south coast. The reef itself is underwater, so no signal applies while diving. Boat departure points and the beaches around the lagoon hold 4G. Signal is there for uploading photos after snorkelling and diving sessions, and 5 GB at $11.80 covers a week of that.

Can I use eSIM data as a hotspot in Mayotte?

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HelloRoam sells eSIM plans for Mayotte. All 6 Mayotte plans include tethering and hotspot use, as do all 1,129 plans in the catalogue. You can share the connection with a tablet, laptop, or a travel companion's phone. Hotspot use roughly doubles consumption, so a two-person trip should start at the 10 GB plan at $19.06 rather than the 5 GB tier at $11.80.

Provider reviews

Read our in-depth reviews of the top eSIM providers available in Mayotte.

HelloRoam
★4.9/ 5
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Airalo
★4.5/ 5
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Holafly
★4.2/ 5
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