Find the best eSIM for Turkmenistan

There are 1 travel eSIM brand and 2 prepaid data plans available for 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.

Travel eSIM plans that include a phone number and SMS support are not available for Turkmenistan. Travelers wishing to use telephony in that country must rely on data‑only eSIMs, which provide internet connectivity but do not allocate a local or foreign phone number.

These data‑only eSIMs allow voice and text communication through internet‑based services such as WhatsApp, Telegram, or iMessage, which work over the data connection. This approach is widely used by visitors who need to stay in touch while avoiding the lack of traditional telephony coverage in Turkmenistan.