eSIM for Madagascar
ESIMBYCOUNTRY at checkout · See all codes →Madagascar at a glance
- Generations
- 3G, 4G/LTE, 5G
- Main carriers
- Telma, Orange, Airtel
- Local eSIM
- Some local carriers issue eSIMs (Yas Madagascar (ex-Telma))
- Calling code
- +261
Mobile networks in Madagascar are operated by Telma, Orange, and Airtel, offering 3G, 4G/LTE, and 5G coverage. Connectivity relies primarily on bands B3 (1800 MHz), B8 (900 MHz), and n78 (3.5 GHz) for 5G. A travel eSIM will work on any modern eSIM-compatible phone and connects to these networks and generations seamlessly.
Roaming charges from your home carrier tend to be expensive in Madagascar. Travel eSIM country plans are generally available and typically offer a simpler and more cost-effective option than purchasing a local SIM or eSIM for short visits, though some local carriers do issue eSIMs if you prefer a local option. For current plan details and pricing, consult your eSIM provider at the time of purchase.
| Connectivity | As publicly reported |
|---|---|
| Network generations | 3G, 4G/LTE, 5G |
| Main mobile networks (MNOs) | Telma, Orange, Airtel |
| Key travel bands | B3(1800), B8(900), n78(3.5GHz) |
| Local eSIM support | Some local carriers issue eSIMs (Yas Madagascar (ex-Telma)) |
| Region | Africa |
| Capital | Antananarivo |
| Calling code | +261 |
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Travel eSIM or local SIM in Madagascar?
Home-carrier roaming is costly here; travel-eSIM country plans are available and generally cheaper and simpler than a local SIM for short stays. See the eSIM-vs-roaming view for this country →
Travel eSIM plans for Madagascar
Live plans and prices here are supplied by the eSIM provider feed (Airalo / Holafly / Saily) at publish time — not stored or estimated on this page. A travel eSIM works on almost any modern eSIM-capable phone regardless of whether local carriers issue eSIMs. Open the plan finder →
eSIM providers covering Madagascar
| Provider | Destination coverage | Activation | Plans |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sim Local | Dedicated Madagascar destination page (verified on the provider's site 2026-07-14) | Digital delivery — installs as an eSIM profile on an eSIM-capable, unlocked phone | See plans →10% off with our code ESIMBYCOUNTRY at checkout |
Provider destination pages checked on 2026-07-08 and 2026-07-14. Plans and prices are live on the provider's site — never stored or estimated here. We only list partners we can link and verify directly; this table grows as more providers pass review. How we compile this →
Frequently asked questions
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Compiled from public-record telecom facts (the MNO roster, commercially-launched 3G/4G/5G generations, deployed travel-relevant bands and local-eSIM support) and verified June 2026; see the source we compile this country from. Local-eSIM availability checked against carrier-official pages July 2026 (carrier source 1, carrier source 2, carrier source 3). How we compile this. Plan prices are supplied by the eSIM provider feed at publish time, not stored here.