More than 50 travel eSIM providers and over 450 prepaid data plans are available for Afghanistan, offering a wide variety of options that make it easy for travelers to find a plan that suits their needs.
Yesim offers unlimited data eSIM plans for Afghanistan. These plans have a validity period ranging from one to thirty days and a price range ofāÆ$9.38āÆup toāÆ$84.40. Tethering is permitted, though bandwidth may be throttled, and the networks available are 3G and LTE.
Afghanistan's mobile network landscape is served by several key Mobile Network Operators (MNOs):
Afghan Wireless Communication Company (AWCC): Established in 2002, AWCC is the country's first mobile services provider, offering extensive coverage across all provinces.
Roshan (Telecom Development Company Afghanistan Ltd.): Launched in 2003, Roshan serves over 6.5 million active customers and operates in more than 287 districts and cities nationwide.
MTN Afghanistan: A subsidiary of the multinational MTN Group, MTN Afghanistan has been operating since 2006, providing a range of mobile services throughout the country.
Etisalat Afghanistan: Beginning operations in 2007, Etisalat Afghanistan is a subsidiary of Etisalat UAE, offering voice and data services in all 34 provinces and over 200 districts.
Salaam Telecom (Afghan Telecom Company): Operating as a state-owned entity, Salaam Telecom provides mobile services, including 3G coverage, and contributes to expanding telecom services in rural areas.
These operators play a significant role in Afghanistan's telecommunications sector, offering a range of services and coverage across the country.
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