Mauritius SIM Card for Tourists: Prices, Registration & Where to Buy

Mauritius gives visitors several straightforward local prepaid choices. Emtel, my.t and CHiLi each publish a dedicated tourist package, so there is little reason to rely on resident-only starter offers.

Registration deserves attention before choosing where to buy. Tourists must provide travel-document details and proof of their address in Mauritius, while individual operators may publish additional document requirements.

Mauritius tourist SIM prices at a glance

Prices and terms checked on September 3, 2026. Tourist offers, fair-use policies and sales conditions can change.

Official operator pages publish MUR 1,500 as the Emtel Tourist SIM price, €30 including VAT as the-off my.t tourist charge, and Rs 900 or Rs 999 including VAT for CHiLi physical SIM and eSIM respectively. Separate activation charges or compulsory first top-ups are not disclosed for these tourist offers, so they should not be invented or assumed.

CHiLi currently has the lowest published physical tourist-SIM price among the offers denominated in Mauritian rupees. Direct comparison with my.t requires the current EUR/MUR exchange rate rather than a fixed currency conversion.

Visitors who mainly need data and prefer to arrange connectivity before departure can also check Mauritius eSIM plans.

Can tourists buy a SIM card in Mauritius?

Yes. Mauritius has a formal SIM-registration process for tourists, and each of the three operators covered here publishes an offer specifically aimed at visitors.

The ICTA SIM registration guidance lists two core requirements for tourists:

• Personal details from a passport or another valid travel document

• Proof of an address in the Republic of Mauritius

Identity verification also forms part of the process. ICTA states that the mobile operator takes a colour photograph of the tourist and verifies it against the passport or other travel document.

Hotel, resort or other accommodation details should therefore be available when buying or activating a local SIM. Pre-booking may reduce paperwork at the counter, but it does not remove the registration requirement.

Operator-specific document rules also need checking. CHiLi, for example, publishes a more detailed document list than ICTA's general tourist FAQ.

Emtel, my.t and CHiLi tourist SIMs compared

Emtel Tourist SIM

Emtel sells a dedicated 30-day tourist package rather than directing visitors toward its resident starter offer.

The current Emtel Tourist SIM includes:

• MUR 1,500 price including VAT

• Unlimited 5G mobile data for 30 days

• Rs 200 airtime valid for 30 days

• Unlimited local SMS for 30 days

• Physical SIM and eSIM formats

• 30-day validity from activation

Emtel states that visitors coming to Mauritius are eligible for the Tourist SIM. Purchase options include pre-booking before travel, collection at the Emtel counter at SSR International Airport and Emtel showrooms.

The operator also makes important limitation explicit: tourist-package benefits cannot be used during international roaming. Domestic unlimited data should therefore not be treated as a regional roaming allowance.

Emtel is a sensible local choice when voice credit and local SMS matter alongside a large data allowance.

my.t 5G Tourist SIM

my.t prices its tourist offer in euros rather than Mauritian rupees, which makes the headline cost slightly harder to compare directly with Emtel and CHiLi.

The official my.t Tourist SIM currently provides:

• €30 including VAT

• Unlimited 5G mobile data

• Rs 200 call credit

• Unlimited local SMS

• 30-day validity

• Physical SIM and eSIM options

Eligibility is clearly defined. my.t says the Tourist SIM/eSIM is available to people aged 18 or over visiting Mauritius for tourism or business.

Purchase channels include pre-booking, the Telecom Shop at SSR International Airport, an airport digital kiosk for eSIM, Telecom Shops elsewhere in Mauritius, partner hotels and authorised retailers.

my.t asks tourists for a valid passport and an address of stay in Mauritius. pre-booking also collects information such as the passport number and arrival date before payment and collection.

The broad range of official purchase channels is useful when an airport-counter purchase does not fit the arrival plan.

CHiLi Tourist SIM

CHiLi currently publishes separate prices for its physical tourist SIM and tourist eSIM.

The CHiLi Tourist SIM includes:

• Rs 900 including VAT for the physical SIM

• Rs 999 including VAT for the eSIM

• Unlimited data

• Rs 200 talk time

• Unlimited calls to CHiLi numbers

• Unlimited local SMS

• 30-day validity

CHiLi says physical tourist SIMs are available through its outlets and its dedicated counter at SSR International Airport.

Document requirements deserve closer attention here. CHiLi explicitly lists passport details with a valid visa together with proof of the visitor's address in Mauritius.

Accepted accommodation evidence described by CHiLi includes hotel booking confirmation. Visitors staying with a Mauritian resident are directed to provide an authority letter from that resident together with the resident's local address proof, while company-arranged stays have a separate supporting-letter route.

That wording is more specific than ICTA's general tourist FAQ, so anyone considering CHiLi should check the operator's current document list before purchase rather than assuming a passport alone will be sufficient.

How Mauritius SIM registration works

Local SIM registration links the connection to the person using it. Buying a tourist pack does not bypass that process.

The practical sequence is usually:

1. Select the tourist offer. Compare the published package, validity and included communication benefits.

2. Present the required travel document. Passport details or another accepted travel document are needed under the ICTA tourist-registration rules.

3. Show your Mauritius address. Keep hotel or other accommodation information available.

4. Complete identity verification. ICTA requires photographic verification against the travel document.

5. Meet any operator-specific requirements. CHiLi's published list, for instance, refers to a valid visa and supporting accommodation evidence.

6. Complete registration and activation. Check that the purchased package is active before leaving the sales point.

Pre-booking should be viewed as a convenience rather than a substitute for verification. Exact activation times are not consistently promised across all three operators and sales channels, so there is no reliable basis for claiming that every tourist SIM activates within a particular number of minutes.

Where to buy a tourist SIM in Mauritius

SSR International Airport is a practical buying point because all three operators publish an airport option. Visitors who prefer to organise connectivity later can also use operator-specific shops or other authorised channels.

Current official options include:

• Emtel: pre-booking, SSR International Airport counter and Emtel showrooms

• my.t: pre-booking, airport Telecom Shop, airport eSIM kiosk, Telecom Shops, partner hotels and authorised retailers

• CHiLi: CHiLi outlets and the dedicated SSR International Airport counter

No current official evidence establishes a universal airport markup versus city pricing for these tourist packages. Claims that a city shop will always be cheaper would therefore go beyond the available evidence.

Stock and operating conditions can still vary by sales point. Pre-booking is the more predictable route when getting connected immediately after landing is important.

Broader choices such as roaming, Wi-Fi and other ways of staying are covered separately in our internet options in Mauritius guide.

Local SIM or Roafly eSIM in Mauritius?

Local tourist SIMs have a clear advantage when voice calls, local SMS or an operator-issued local mobile service matter. Emtel, my.t and CHiLi all include verified calling or messaging benefits with their current tourist packages.

Roafly serves a different need. Mauritius plans are data-only, so the focus is mobile internet rather than local calls, SMS or a local phone number.

Owner-verified Roafly options currently include 5GB for $24.90 and 10GB for $39.90, both valid for 30 days. Roafly lists Emtel as the local network, and hotspot or tethering is supported across the purchased data allowance.

Setup can be completed before the trip, there is no physical SIM swap, and an eSIM-compatible phone can keep the primary SIM in place. Using Roafly also removes dependence on local SIM stock and store opening conditions after arrival.

No claim is made here about 5G access, calls, SMS, a local number, unlimited data, exact activation timing or guaranteed coverage.

Roafly prices above are owner-verified standard prices as of September 3, 2026 and may change.

Readers who specifically want a broader travel-eSIM provider comparison can use eSIM options for Mauritius.

Which option makes sense for your trip?

• Calls and local SMS matter: Emtel, my.t and CHiLi all bundle communication benefits with their tourist offers. Compare the exact voice allowance rather than looking at data.

• Published physical-SIM price is the priority: CHiLi lists its tourist SIM at Rs 900 including VAT, below Emtel's MUR 1,500 published tourist price. CHiLi's additional document requirements should be checked before making price the deciding factor.

• Local-operator eSIM is preferred: my.t and CHiLi both publish tourist eSIM options. Emtel also lists eSIM as an available Tourist SIM format.

• Multiple official buying channels are useful: my.t publishes airport, shop, hotel, retailer and purchase routes, giving more flexibility after arrival.

• Connectivity should be arranged before the local purchase process: Roafly suits data-focused trips where keeping the primary SIM installed and avoiding a local SIM counter matters more than receiving local calls or SMS.

• The stay could exceed 30 days: Each tourist package compared here has 30-day benefits. Continued service should be checked with the chosen operator instead of assuming the original tourist allowance renews automatically.

Important details to check before paying

Small practical details can change which option works best.

Keep these points in mind:

• Confirm that the phone is unlocked for another SIM.

• Check eSIM compatibility before ordering an eSIM.

• Keep the required passport or travel document available.

• Save proof of the Mauritius accommodation address.

• Review CHiLi's valid-visa requirement if considering its tourist offer.

• Verify the final amount before paying through any third-party retailer.

• Check current fair-use terms when unlimited data is central to the decision.

• Confirm roaming separately before taking the Mauritius SIM outside the country.

• Recheck validity if the trip could extend beyond 30 days.

Domestic data should never be treated as international roaming unless the exact package terms say so.

FAQ

Do tourists need a passport to buy a SIM card in Mauritius?

Tourists must provide passport details or details from another valid travel document under ICTA's registration guidance. Proof of an address in Mauritius is also required.

Photographic identity verification forms part of the registration process. Individual operators can ask for additional supporting documents, with CHiLi currently listing passport details with a valid visa and proof of accommodation.

Does CHiLi require a visa for its Mauritius tourist SIM?

CHiLi's current tourist-SIM page explicitly lists passport details with a valid visa among the documents required to issue its tourist SIM.

That requirement comes from CHiLi's own published sales conditions. Visitors whose immigration status does not involve a conventional visa document should verify acceptable documentation directly with CHiLi before relying on the offer.

Can I buy a Mauritius SIM card at the airport?

Yes. Emtel, my.t and CHiLi currently publish tourist-SIM purchase or collection options at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport.

Exact availability can vary, so pre-booking may be useful when mobile service is needed immediately after arrival.

Can tourists get an eSIM from a Mauritius mobile operator?

Yes. Current tourist offers from Emtel, my.t and CHiLi include eSIM options.

Local-operator eSIMs still follow the operator's registration requirements. Choosing eSIM instead of a plastic SIM does not automatically remove passport, address or other required verification.

How long do Mauritius tourist SIM packages last?

The Emtel, my.t and CHiLi tourist benefits compared here are valid for 30 days.

Longer stays may require recharge, another package or assistance from the operator. Renewal conditions should be checked directly instead of assuming the original tourist allowance repeats automatically.

Final recommendation

Mauritius is unusually convenient for visitors who want a dedicated local tourist SIM. Emtel, my.t and CHiLi all publish 30-day options, but price, document requirements, calls and purchase channels differ enough to make the choice worth checking before arrival.

CHiLi has the lowest currently published physical tourist-SIM price among the rupee-priced offers, although its document list is more specific. Emtel combines unlimited 5G data with airtime and local SMS, while my.t pairs similar tourist benefits with a wide range of official purchase channels.

Roafly is the simpler alternative when mobile data is the priority and completing setup before travel matters more than having local voice or SMS service.

Roafly publishes this guide and offers the travel-eSIM alternative discussed above.