What are the MCC and MNC codes in Namibia?
Every mobile network in Namibia shares Mobile Country Code (MCC) 649 — the three-digit prefix that opens every PLMN broadcast by a Namibia SIM. The country's international dialling prefix is +264, which is distinct from the MCC: 649 identifies the country inside the network, while +264 routes voice calls. Under ISO 3166 Namibia is coded NA / NAM / 516. This page lists 7 mobile networks operating in Namibia, with each network's MNC, full PLMN, operator, status and market share.
By reported market reach, the largest networks in Namibia are MTC (91.1%), TN Mobile (7%).
| MCC | MNC | PLMN | Operator | Status | Market share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 649 | 01 | 64901 | MTC MTC Namibia | Operational | 91.1% |
| 649 | 02 | 64902 | switch Telecom Namibia | Operational | — |
| 649 | 03 | 64903 | TN Mobile Telecom Namibia | Operational | 7% |
| 649 | 04 | 64904 | Paratus Telecommunications (Pty) | Operational | — |
| 649 | 05 | 64905 | Demshi Investments CC | Unknown | — |
| 649 | 06 | 64906 | MTN Namibia | Operational | — |
| 649 | 07 | 64907 | Capricorn Connect | Unknown | — |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MCC of Namibia?
- Namibia's Mobile Country Code (MCC) is 649. Every SIM issued by a Namibia network broadcasts a PLMN that begins with these three digits.
- What is Namibia's country calling code?
- Namibia's international dialling prefix is +264. Note that this is separate from the MCC (649): the calling code routes voice calls, while the MCC identifies the country inside the mobile network.
- How many mobile networks are in Namibia?
- This registry lists 7 mobile networks for Namibia, from full MNOs to MVNOs, each with its MNC, PLMN code, operator, status and market share.
- How do I read a Namibia PLMN?
- A PLMN such as 64901 is simply the MCC and MNC joined together: 649 (Namibia) followed by 01 (MTC). 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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