Etisalat - Egypt
Etisalat (Egypt) uses 2 GSM bands, 1 UMTS band, 1 LTE band, and 3 5G NR bands. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work with Etisalat (Egypt). See the tables below for details.
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Last updated: 2024/08/05 - See latest updates
Etisalat Egypt is a prominent mobile network operator in Egypt, offering a range of services including mobile internet, local minutes, and international calls. Here are some key details about Etisalat Egypt's mobile network:
Service Bundles
Etisalat Egypt offers several service bundles tailored for tourists visiting Egypt, each with different data allowances and call minutes:
- Traveler 200: 7 GB of mobile internet, 100 local minutes, and 5 international calls.
- Traveler 300: 12 GB of mobile internet, 250 local minutes, and 10 international calls.
- Traveler 450: 25 GB of mobile internet, 250 local minutes, and 20 international calls. This bundle is renewable three times.
- Traveler 600: 40 GB of mobile internet, 400 local minutes, and 30 international calls. This bundle is also renewable three times.
Network Performance
Etisalat Egypt has consistently demonstrated strong network performance. According to Opensignal, Etisalat won the Upload Speed Experience award for the second time in a row, with a score of 6.2 Mbps, which is nearly 12% higher than its closest rival, WE. Additionally, Etisalat won the Availability award outright for the second time, with a score of 96.7%, indicating that users on Etisalat's network spend 96.7% of their time with at least a 3G connection.
Additional Services
Etisalat Egypt offers various additional services, including:
- Hi Traveler Line: A package designed to meet the internet, calls, and international calls needs of tourists at the best prices and highest speeds.
- Etisalat Cash: Allows users to transfer money from their mobile to any other mobile number or wallet in Egypt, even if it is not an Etisalat cash wallet.
History and Investments
Etisalat Egypt started its operations in May 2007 and quickly gained popularity, attracting one million subscribers in the first 50 days. The company has invested over 50 billion pounds over 12 years to develop its network and infrastructure, making it the prime company in the Egyptian telecommunications market.
Sponsorships
Etisalat Egypt has significant sponsorship deals, including a four-year deal worth 800 million EGP to sponsor Al-Ahly Club, one of Egypt's most prominent football clubs.
Overall, Etisalat Egypt is known for its robust network, competitive pricing, and extensive service offerings, making it a preferred choice for both locals and tourists in Egypt.
Frequency Bands
GSM
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 900 MHz (E-GSM) | GSM | Etisalat Egypt uses the E-GSM (Extended GSM) frequency band, which operates on the 900 MHz range. This band is used for both uplink and downlink communications. The specific frequency range for E-GSM is from 880 MHz to 915 MHz for uplink and from 925 MHz to 960 MHz for downlink. |
| 1800 MHz (DCS) | GSM | Etisalat Egypt uses the GSM 1800 MHz (DCS) frequency band. This band is used for both uplink and downlink communications. The specific frequency range for GSM 1800 MHz is from 1710 MHz to 1785 MHz for uplink and from 1805 MHz to 1880 MHz for downlink. |
UMTS
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| B1 (2100 MHz) | UMTS | Etisalat Egypt uses the UMTS frequency band B1 (2100 MHz) for its 3G services. This band is widely used for 3G services and supports various networks and devices globally. |
LTE
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| B3 (1800 MHz +) | LTE | Etisalat Egypt uses the LTE B3 (1800 MHz +) frequency band. This band is one of the most widely used for LTE deployments globally, supporting both FDD and TDD configurations. It is particularly popular in regions such as Europe, APAC, MEA, and selected countries in South America, facilitating international roaming for mobile broadband services. The LTE B3 band offers a balance between network coverage and data capacity, making it suitable for dense urban areas. |
5G NR
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| N1 (2100 MHz) | 5G NR | Etisalat Egypt uses the 5G NR frequency band N1 (2100 MHz). The specific frequency range for this band is from 1920 MHz to 1980 MHz for uplink and from 2110 MHz to 2170 MHz for downlink. |
| N3 (1800 MHz) | 5G NR | Etisalat Egypt uses the 5G NR N3 (1800 MHz) frequency band. The deployment of this band is not specified in the provided information. |
| N8 (900 MHz) | 5G NR | Etisalat Egypt uses the 5G NR frequency band N8 (900 MHz) for its 5G services. This band operates on the uplink frequency range of 880-915 MHz and the downlink frequency range of 925-960 MHz. The deployment of this frequency band is not specified in the provided information. |
Latest updates
- 2024/08/05 - Frequency LTE B3 (1800 MHz +) added to Etisalat Egypt.
- 2024/08/05 - Frequency 5G NR N1 (2100 MHz) added to Etisalat Egypt.
- 2024/08/05 - Frequency 5G NR N3 (1800 MHz) added to Etisalat Egypt.
- 2024/08/05 - Frequency 5G NR N8 (900 MHz) added to Etisalat Egypt.
