Mongolia
Mobile networks and carriers in Mongolia use 2 GSM bands and 1 UMTS band. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work in Mongolia. See the tables below for details.
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Check device compatibilityMongolia's mobile network has undergone significant development, particularly in recent years. The country's first mobile phone service was introduced in 1996, and since then, the number of mobile phone users has grown steadily. As of 2022, there were approximately 4.84 million mobile phones in use, which corresponds to an average of 1.4 mobile phones per person. This is comparable to the United States, where the average is 1.1 mobile phones per person.
The mobile network infrastructure in Mongolia has improved substantially, with all provincial capitals having 4G access. Wireless local loop technology has been instrumental in increasing accessibility to telecommunications, especially in rural areas where traditional landline technologies have faced challenges due to the country's sparse population and nomadic lifestyle.
In terms of internet access, Mongolia relies on fiber optic communications with its Chinese and Russian neighbors. The country's internet penetration has been steadily increasing, with 68.1% of the population having access to the internet as of 2020. Mobile broadband subscriptions have also grown, with 848,391 subscriptions in 2012, representing 26.7% of the population.
The cost of mobile phone services in Mongolia is relatively low, with an average monthly budget of $5.90 in 2022, which includes 140 telephony minutes, 70 text messages, and 2 GBytes of data transfer. This cost is significantly lower than in the United States, where the average monthly cost is around $44.10.
Overall, Mongolia's mobile network has evolved to meet the needs of its population, with a focus on improving accessibility and affordability, particularly in rural areas.
Carriers
| Name | # of frequency bands in use |
|---|---|
| G-Mobile | 1 |
| Mobicom | 3 |
| Skytel | 1 |
| Unitel | 2 |
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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 |
