Skytel - Mongolia

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

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Carrier website: http://www.skytel.mn/

Skytel Mongolia is a significant player in the country's telecommunications sector. Here are some key points about the Skytel Mongolia mobile network:

  1. History and Ownership:

    • Skytel Group was established in July 1999 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
    • Initially, it was a joint venture between Mongolian and Korean firms. In 2010, it became a 100% indigenous enterprise with equal shareholders of Altai Holding and Shunkhlai Holding, two of Mongolia's largest privately held firms.

  2. Services and Coverage:

    • Skytel is the leading mobile data operator and one of the biggest conglomerates in Mongolia.
    • It offers telecommunication, ISP, and IPTV services, as well as IT solutions.
    • The company has a strong presence in Ulaanbaatar and several provinces, with a network that covers 43 offices in the capital and other provinces.

  3. Subscribers and Market Share:

    • As of 2021, Skytel was the third-largest mobile services provider in Mongolia, with a quarter of the market share.
    • It has over 500,000 subscribers.

  4. Network and Speed:

    • Skytel's network covers Ulaanbaatar using HSPA+ technology for high-speed internet access.
    • In more remote areas, coverage may be limited to 2G connectivity for basic calling and texting.
    • The network provides average download speeds of 5-10 Mbps and upload speeds of 2-5 Mbps in Ulaanbaatar.

  5. Retail Presence:

    • Skytel has 65 branches and over 7,000 retail shops across Mongolia, and its network covers another 220 territories worldwide.

  6. Customer Support:

    • Skytel offers 24/7 cell center customer support.

  7. International Roaming and eSIM:

    • Skytel provides international roaming options for tourists, although this can be expensive.
    • The company also offers eSIMs for tourists, which can be purchased from various retailers.

  8. Internet Plans:

    • Skytel offers various prepaid data plans, including 1GB/day for around 1500-2000 MNT ($0.50-0.70 USD) and 5GB/week for around 7000 MNT ($2.30 USD).

Overall, Skytel Mongolia is a significant player in the country's telecommunications sector, offering a range of services and coverage across major cities and provinces.

Frequency Bands

UMTS

Name Interface Description
B1 (2100 MHz) UMTS

Skytel Mongolia uses the UMTS B1 (2100 MHz) frequency band. The deployment date is unknown.

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