Eritel - Eritrea

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Eritel (Eritrea) uses 1 GSM band. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work with Eritel (Eritrea). See the tables below for details.

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Carrier website: http://www.eritel.com.er/

Eritel Eritrea is the sole operator of both landline and mobile telephone communication infrastructure in Eritrea. The company, also known as the Eritrea Telecommunication Services Corporation (EriTel), provides mobile GSM services that are optimized to cover a wide area, including cities, villages, and rural areas. Eritel offers a range of mobile services, including voice calls, SMS, and international calls, with various tariffs and packages available for both Eritrean nationals and expatriates.

Key details about Eritel Eritrea's mobile network include:

  • Mobile GSM Services: Eritel provides mobile GSM prepaid services that keep users connected across the country. The service is optimized for wide coverage, including rural areas.
  • Charges: The cost of services includes new SIM card fees, replacement fees, and per-minute charges for voice calls and SMS. International call tariffs are divided into direct and indirect calls, with varying charges depending on the destination.
  • Coverage: Eritel’s mobile network covers 85% of Eritrea, with major cities connected except for Assab as of 2023.
  • Internet Services: Eritel also offers internet services, including ADSL Platinum and Silver packages, which provide dedicated and shared bandwidth options with varying volumes and prices.

Eritel is committed to improving its services and infrastructure, with ongoing efforts to extend coverage and improve the quality of services, particularly in remote areas. The company aims to be the leading telecommunications and internet service provider in Africa, emphasizing customer satisfaction and digital connectivity.

Frequency Bands

GSM

Name Interface Description
900 MHz (E-GSM) GSM

Eritel Eritrea uses the GSM 900 MHz frequency band, specifically the E-GSM (Extended GSM) band. The deployment details for this specific band are not provided.

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