Iceland
Mobile networks and carriers in Iceland use 2 GSM bands, 2 UMTS bands, and 3 LTE bands. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work in Iceland. See the tables below for details.
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Check device compatibilityIceland's mobile network landscape is characterized by extensive coverage and modern infrastructure. The country has a highly developed telecommunications sector with multiple wholesale and retail providers operating in a competitive market. As of 2024, Iceland's telecom infrastructure is fully digitized and mostly fibre-based, with 93% of households having full-fibre availability. Mobile telecoms in Iceland adhere to the GSM standard and offer 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G services, with 2G services due to be shut down in 2024 and 3G services in 2025. The NMT (1G) network was shut down in 2010.
Historically, Iceland's mobile network development began with the introduction of mobile services in the early 1990s. The first mobile network operator, SÃminn, was established in 1990. Vodafone and Nova entered the market later, offering competitive prepaid plans and extensive coverage. These operators have continuously upgraded their services, introducing 4G in 2013 and 5G in 2020 and 2021, respectively. This development has ensured that Icelanders have access to reliable and advanced mobile communication services.
Carriers
| Name | # of frequency bands in use |
|---|---|
| Nova | 2 |
| Siminn | 6 |
| Vodafone | 6 |
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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 |
| B8 (900 MHz GSM) | UMTS |
LTE
| Name | Interface |
|---|---|
| B3 (1800 MHz +) | LTE |
| B7 (2600 MHz) | LTE |
| B20 (800 MHz DD) | LTE |
