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Destinations  ›  Gambia Entry 103  ·  last checked 05.09.2026 GM
Arch 22 monument on the Banjul skyline, Gambia
103 Gambia

Gambia

GM 5G on 1 of 1 carriers

The Gambia has improving mobile connectivity, with 5G recently launched in parts of the greater Banjul area by Africell. Arriving at Banjul International Airport, travellers face limited public wifi and a short walk to the terminal. An eSIM on Africell gives you data immediately for taxi booking and navigation.

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Plans for Gambia

Pick a row — it prices the box above
Allowance Validity Notes Per GB Price
1 GB Validity: 7 days Maps and messages for a short stop Per GB: €18.90 Price: €18.90 2 GB Validity: 1 day A single day out, maps and messages Per GB: €17.95 Price: €35.90 3 GB Validity: 30 days A week of ordinary use Per GB: €21.30 Price: €63.90 5 GB Validity: 30 days Two weeks, some navigation Per GB: €19.78 Price: €98.90 10 GB Validity: 30 days Most people choose this for two weeks Per GB: €18.09 Price: €180.90 20 GB Validity: 30 days Hotspot for a laptop, video calls Per GB: €16.60 Price: €331.90
Networks you will actually roam on Order the eSIM tries them
Africell First choice — what you will usually be on. 5G
Where the signal holds in Gambia
Greater Banjul In Greater Banjul, Africell provides 5G in some areas and LTE elsewhere, giving usable data in the capital.
Coastal resorts Coastal resorts like Kololi and Kotu have continuous LTE coverage, including on beaches and in hotels.
Upcountry Upcountry, coverage is present along main roads and in larger towns, but thins in villages and remote areas.
River Gambia Along the River Gambia, signal can be intermittent on boat trips and in riverine areas.
What catches travellers out in Gambia
01

Registration for local SIMs

Local SIMs in Gambia typically require an ID and sometimes a passport photo. An eSIM avoids this because you activate it remotely.

02

Currency and payments

The Gambian dalasi is used. Credit cards are accepted in larger hotels and some restaurants, but cash is essential for markets, taxis, and small vendors.

03

Public wifi

Public wifi is rare outside a few cafes in Banjul and tourist areas. Mobile data from your eSIM is often more reliable for getting online.

Questions people ask about Gambia
01

Does an eSIM work in Gambia?

Yes, it connects to Africell's network, including 5G where available, and LTE elsewhere.

02

Is there 5G in Gambia?

Africell has launched 5G in parts of the Greater Banjul area. Outside those areas, the network provides LTE.

03

Do I need to register a SIM card in Gambia?

Local SIMs commonly require registration with identification. An eSIM needs no local registration; you set it up before you arrive.

04

Is there coverage at the beach resorts?

Yes, Kololi, Kotu, and other coastal resorts have LTE coverage, so you can stay connected on the beach and in hotels.

05

Can I use my eSIM for mobile money or payments?

Mobile money is common in Gambia, but as a traveller you may find cash more convenient. Your eSIM data works with any app that accepts international payments.

06

Is wifi available at Banjul airport?

Public wifi at Banjul airport is limited. Having your own eSIM data means you can arrange transport and contact your accommodation right away.