WiFi & Connectivity
Stay connected at Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport — free WiFi, eSIM options and local data for Mauritania.
Airport WiFi at NKC
No airport-specific eSIM vendor is confirmed.
WiFi is reportedly available in the Air France Lounge; general terminal-wide WiFi elsewhere is explicitly described as unconfirmed, so don't assume it's available outside the lounge.
eSIM for Mauritania
Skip the SIM card queue. Activate a data plan before you land and connect the moment you arrive in Nouakchott.
Recommended · eSIMPlans from major carriers — instant activation, no physical SIM needed. Works on any unlocked eSIM-compatible device.
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Your Connectivity Options at NKC
Available throughout most terminals. Speeds vary — suitable for messaging and email, less reliable for video calls.
Buy before you travel. Instant activation, no queues, works from the moment you land in Nouakchott.
Available at airport shops and telecom kiosks in the arrivals hall. Requires a passport — bring yours.
Airport lounges offer fast, dedicated WiFi. Access via Priority Pass, airline status or day pass.