What are the MCC and MNC codes in Benin?
Every mobile network in Benin shares Mobile Country Code (MCC) 616 — the three-digit prefix that opens every PLMN broadcast by a Benin SIM. The country's international dialling prefix is +229, which is distinct from the MCC: 616 identifies the country inside the network, while +229 routes voice calls. Under ISO 3166 Benin is coded BJ / BEN / 204. This page lists 5 mobile networks operating in Benin, with each network's MNC, full PLMN, operator, status and market share.
By reported market reach, the largest networks in Benin are MTN (58.1%), Moov (27.4%), Glo (14.1%).
| MCC | MNC | PLMN | Operator | Status | Market share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 616 | 01 | 61601 | Benin Telecoms Mobile | Operational | — |
| 616 | 02 | 61602 | Moov Telecel Benin | Operational | 27.4% |
| 616 | 03 | 61603 | MTN Spacetel Benin | Operational | 58.1% |
| 616 | 04 | 61604 | BBCOM Bell Benin Communications | Operational | — |
| 616 | 05 | 61605 | Glo Glo Communication Benin | Not operational | 14.1% |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MCC of Benin?
- Benin's Mobile Country Code (MCC) is 616. Every SIM issued by a Benin network broadcasts a PLMN that begins with these three digits.
- What is Benin's country calling code?
- Benin's international dialling prefix is +229. Note that this is separate from the MCC (616): the calling code routes voice calls, while the MCC identifies the country inside the mobile network.
- How many mobile networks are in Benin?
- This registry lists 5 mobile networks for Benin, from full MNOs to MVNOs, each with its MNC, PLMN code, operator, status and market share.
- How do I read a Benin PLMN?
- A PLMN such as 61601 is simply the MCC and MNC joined together: 616 (Benin) followed by 01 (Benin Telecoms Mobile). 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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