Find the best eSIM for Turkmenistan

Turkmenistan offers 1 travel eSIM provider with 2 pre‑paid data plans. While the selection is modest, travelers can still find a plan that meets 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.

There are no travel eSIM plans that include a local phone number and SMS support for Turkmenistan. Travelers can still use data‑only eSIM options and rely on VoIP services such as WhatsApp, Telegram or iMessage for calls and messages over the data connection.