What are the MCC and MNC codes in Lesotho?
Every mobile network in Lesotho shares Mobile Country Code (MCC) 651 — the three-digit prefix that opens every PLMN broadcast by a Lesotho SIM. The country's international dialling prefix is +266, which is distinct from the MCC: 651 identifies the country inside the network, while +266 routes voice calls. Under ISO 3166 Lesotho is coded LS / LSO / 426. This page lists 3 mobile networks operating in Lesotho, with each network's MNC, full PLMN, operator, status and market share.
By reported market reach, the largest networks in Lesotho are Vodacom (79.5%), Vodacom (79.5%), Econet Telecom (20.5%).
| MCC | MNC | PLMN | Operator | Status | Market share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 651 | 01 | 65101 | Vodacom Vodacom Lesotho (Pty) Ltd | Operational | 79.5% |
| 651 | 02 | 65102 | Econet Telecom Econet Ezi-cel | Operational | 20.5% |
| 651 | 10 | 65110 | Vodacom Vodacom Lesotho (Pty) Ltd | Unknown | 79.5% |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MCC of Lesotho?
- Lesotho's Mobile Country Code (MCC) is 651. Every SIM issued by a Lesotho network broadcasts a PLMN that begins with these three digits.
- What is Lesotho's country calling code?
- Lesotho's international dialling prefix is +266. Note that this is separate from the MCC (651): the calling code routes voice calls, while the MCC identifies the country inside the mobile network.
- How many mobile networks are in Lesotho?
- This registry lists 3 mobile networks for Lesotho, from full MNOs to MVNOs, each with its MNC, PLMN code, operator, status and market share.
- How do I read a Lesotho PLMN?
- A PLMN such as 65101 is simply the MCC and MNC joined together: 651 (Lesotho) followed by 01 (Vodacom). 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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