Guinea
Mobile networks and carriers in Guinea use 2 GSM bands, 1 UMTS band, and 1 LTE band. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work in Guinea. See the tables below for details.
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Check device compatibilityGuinea's mobile network has undergone significant development over the years. The country's first mobile network was introduced in the early 2000s, with the arrival of Digicel Group Ltd in response to the government's decision to allow competition in the mobile communications market in 2005. This marked the beginning of a rapid expansion of mobile services, with a significant increase in the number of mobile subscribers.
By 2017, mobile voice services remained the largest revenue contributor, with an estimated growth rate of 2.7% from 2017 to 2022. Mobile data services, driven by network expansions and innovative service offerings, were the fastest-growing segment during this period. Operators like Orange Guinea and MTN Guinea dominated the market, investing in 2G/3G coverage expansions and the deployment of fiber-optic cables to enhance international connectivity.
In 2017, the total telecom service revenue in Guinea was estimated to be $390 million, with mobile services accounting for 97.3% of the total revenue by 2022. The country's mobile network has continued to evolve, with ongoing investments in network upgrades and the introduction of Value-Added Services (VAS) such as mobile money and mobile music to stimulate data adoption.
Carriers
| Name | # of frequency bands in use |
|---|---|
| Cellcom | 3 |
| MTN | 3 |
| Orange | 3 |
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Frequencies in use
GSM
| Name | Interface |
|---|---|
| 900 MHz (E-GSM) | GSM |
| 1800 MHz (DCS) | GSM |
UMTS
| Name | Interface |
|---|---|
| B1 (2100 MHz) | UMTS |
LTE
| Name | Interface |
|---|---|
| B3 (1800 MHz +) | LTE |
