Maldives
Mobile networks and carriers in Maldives use 1 GSM band, 1 UMTS band, 3 LTE bands, and 1 5G NR band. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work in Maldives. See the tables below for details.
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Check device compatibilityThe Maldives has made significant strides in its mobile network development. Historically, the country has been proactive in transforming its telecommunications sector. The mobile market has been the main focus of the Maldives telecom sector, with operators expanding their infrastructure to cover a wider area. This expansion has been driven by the increasing demand for data services, necessitating significant investment in telecom infrastructure. The mobile market penetration is high, with a mobile market penetration of 125 percent, and the country has also launched 5G connectivity, making it the first in South Asia to do so.
The development of the mobile network has been influenced by government initiatives and regulations. These efforts have led to a strong increase in telecom subscribers, creating a need for network expansion. The fixed-line market remains underdeveloped, with a decline in fixed telephone lines as the mobile segment continues to expand.
The Maldives has also seen a shift in data consumption, with a radical increase in the volume of data being processed. This has led to a high level of investment in new data centers to meet the growing demand for data localization and cloud computing.
Carriers
| Name | # of frequency bands in use |
|---|---|
| Dhiraagu | 5 |
| Ooredoo | 5 |
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Frequencies in use
GSM
| Name | Interface |
|---|---|
| 900 MHz (E-GSM) | GSM |
UMTS
| Name | Interface |
|---|---|
| B1 (2100 MHz) | UMTS |
LTE
| Name | Interface |
|---|---|
| B3 (1800 MHz +) | LTE |
| B7 (2600 MHz) | LTE |
| B28 (700 MHz APT) | LTE |
5G NR
| Name | Interface |
|---|---|
| N78 (3500 MHz) | 5G NR |
