Find the best eSIM for Turkmenistan

There are 3 travel eSIM providers and 3 prepaid data plans available for use in Turkmenistan. While the options are somewhat limited, travelers can still choose a plan that matches their needs.

Currently, there are no unlimited data eSIM plans available for Turkmenistan. Travelers heading to Turkmenistan should estimate their likely data usage based on anticipated activities such as web browsing, social media, map usage, and email. Selecting a plan with a sufficient data allowance to comfortably cover these activities is recommended to avoid incurring additional charges or experiencing service interruptions.

In Turkmenistan, the primary mobile network operator is:

• Altyn Asyr: A state-owned company operating under the TM CELL brand, providing GSM, 3G, and LTE services nationwide.

Previously, MTS Turkmenistan, a subsidiary of the Russian company MTS, offered mobile services in the country. However, as of 2017, MTS Turkmenistan ceased operations in Turkmenistan.

Currently, there are no Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) operating in Turkmenistan.

Yes, travel eSIM plans that include a phone number and SMS are available for Turkmenistan. Roamify and Orange Travel each offer a 30‑day package that provides a phone number with inbound and outbound voice and SMS capabilities; both use the dialing code +33, which means the number is allocated from France and not local to Turkmenistan. Prices start around $25 USD for Roamify and $35.99 USD for Orange Travel, and the data caps are 50 MB for each. Travelers who rely on local numbers should be aware that these plans issue foreign numbers, and they should check that the calling and texting services they need will work with a +33 number when visiting Turkmenistan.