What are the MCC and MNC codes in Bahrain?
Every mobile network in Bahrain shares Mobile Country Code (MCC) 426 — the three-digit prefix that opens every PLMN broadcast by a Bahrain SIM. The country's international dialling prefix is +973, which is distinct from the MCC: 426 identifies the country inside the network, while +973 routes voice calls. Under ISO 3166 Bahrain is coded BH / BHR / 048. This page lists 6 mobile networks across 7 PLMN codes operating in Bahrain, with each network's MNC, full PLMN, operator, status and market share.
By reported market reach, the largest networks in Bahrain are Batelco (83.2%).
| MCC | MNC | PLMN | Operator | Status | Market share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 426 | 01, 05 | 42601, 42605 | Batelco Bahrain Telecommunications Company | Operational | 83.2% |
| 426 | 02 | 42602 | zain BH Zain Bahrain | Operational | — |
| 426 | 03 | 42603 | Civil Aviation Authority | Unknown | — |
| 426 | 04 | 42604 | stc Stc Bahrain | Operational | — |
| 426 | 06 | 42606 | stc Stc Bahrain | Unknown | — |
| 426 | 07 | 42607 | TAIF | Unknown | — |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MCC of Bahrain?
- Bahrain's Mobile Country Code (MCC) is 426. Every SIM issued by a Bahrain network broadcasts a PLMN that begins with these three digits.
- What is Bahrain's country calling code?
- Bahrain's international dialling prefix is +973. Note that this is separate from the MCC (426): the calling code routes voice calls, while the MCC identifies the country inside the mobile network.
- How many mobile networks are in Bahrain?
- This registry lists 6 operators for Bahrain, covering 7 PLMN codes in total — including MNOs, MVNOs and reserved allocations.
- How do I read a Bahrain PLMN?
- A PLMN such as 42601 is simply the MCC and MNC joined together: 426 (Bahrain) followed by 01 (Batelco). The first three digits are always the country's MCC; the remaining two or three digits are the network's MNC.
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