eSIM for Senegal
Prepaid mobile data from £4.49 · delivered instantly by email
Get mobile data in Senegal without roaming fees: prepaid eSIM plans from £4.49, delivered by email within minutes. Install it before you leave and it connects to a local network when you land.
Senegal eSIM at a glance
- Price
- from £4.49
- Plans
- 8
- Validity
- 1 day – 30 days
- Data
- 0.49 GB – 30 GB
- Networks
- Orange/Sonatel Senegal
- Delivery
- Instant, by email (QR code)
Mobile internet in Senegal: what to know
The practical side of staying connected in Senegal: network quality, calls, blocked apps and local SIM rules.
- Mobile network
- Mostly 4G/LTE
- WhatsApp & FaceTime calls
- Work normally
- Blocked on local networks
- No major apps
- Local SIM card
- Passport required at the shop
- Main airports
- Dakar Blaise Diagne (DSS)
- Useful apps
- Yango and Heetch
eSIM for Senegal: your questions
How much does an eSIM for Senegal cost?
Plans for Senegal start at £4.49 for 0.49 GB · 1 day. There are 8 plans to choose from, valid from 1 day to 30 days.
What is the best Senegal eSIM for a one-week trip?
For 7 days in Senegal, the best value is 3 GB · 7 days at £15.99: enough for maps, messaging, ride apps and social media. If you stream, make video calls or work online, take 10 GB · 30 days for £44.49.
Which eSIM should I get for two weeks in Senegal?
For 14 days in Senegal, the best value is 5 GB · 15 days at £24.99: enough for maps, messaging, ride apps and social media. If you stream, make video calls or work online, take 20 GB · 30 days for £77.99.
Is there 5G in Senegal?
Mobile internet in Senegal runs mostly on 4G/LTE; 5G is limited or not yet available. 4G is fast enough for maps, video calls and streaming. Your eSIM uses 4G/LTE, and 5G where the partner network allows it.
Do WhatsApp and FaceTime calls work in Senegal?
Yes. Voice and video calls on WhatsApp, FaceTime, Telegram and similar apps work normally over the eSIM data in Senegal.
Do I need to register a SIM or show my passport in Senegal?
No. Your eSIM is bought online and needs no passport check or registration in Senegal. A local SIM card, by contrast, requires your passport at a shop.
Will my eSIM work as soon as I land at Dakar Blaise Diagne (DSS)?
Yes. Install the eSIM at home, switch it on when you land at Dakar Blaise Diagne (DSS), and it connects to a local network within a minute or two. You can order a ride or message your hotel before you leave the airport.
Where does the eSIM work in Senegal?
Coverage is strong in Dakar, Saint-Louis, and Saly and along main roads.
Which apps are useful for travelling in Senegal?
Travellers in Senegal commonly use Yango and Heetch. They all work over the eSIM data. Sign up and receive any SMS verification codes before you travel, as the eSIM has no phone number.
Which mobile networks does the eSIM use in Senegal?
The eSIM connects to Orange/Sonatel Senegal and switches to the best available network automatically.
How much data do I need for a week in Senegal?
For maps, messaging and social media, 1 to 3 GB per week is usually enough. If you make video calls, stream or work online, choose 5 GB or more, or an unlimited plan.
Can I buy my Senegal eSIM before I travel?
Yes, and it is the best option: install it at home over Wi-Fi. The plan only starts when your phone first connects to a network in Senegal.
Will WhatsApp still work with my usual number?
Yes. WhatsApp stays linked to your number. Keep your regular SIM on for calls and SMS if you want, and use the eSIM for data.
