Central African Republic: Mobile Coverage & Carriers
ESIMBYCOUNTRY at checkout · See all codes →Central African Republic has three main mobile network operators: Orange, Telecel, and Moov. These carriers currently offer 3G and 4G/LTE services commercially, with 5G not yet deployed in the country. The networks primarily operate on two key LTE bands that roaming eSIM users are likely to connect to: Band 3 (1800 MHz) and Band 8 (900 MHz).
Regarding eSIM availability, local carriers' support for eSIM technology is currently being verified and remains uncertain. Travelers considering a roaming eSIM should confirm compatibility and availability directly with their international carrier before arrival, as information on local eSIM issuance is not yet conclusive. Coverage and service quality may vary across different regions of the country.
| Connectivity | As publicly reported |
|---|---|
| Network generations | 3G, 4G/LTE |
| Main mobile networks (MNOs) | Orange, Telecel, Moov |
| Key travel bands | B3(1800), B8(900) |
| Local eSIM support | Some local carriers issue eSIMs (Orange Centrafrique) |
| Region | Africa |
| Capital | Bangui |
| Calling code | +236 |
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eSIM providers covering Central African Republic
| Provider | Destination coverage | Activation | Plans |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sim Local | Dedicated Central African Republic destination page (verified on the provider's site 2026-07-14) | Digital delivery — installs as an eSIM profile on an eSIM-capable, unlocked phone | See plans →10% off with our code ESIMBYCOUNTRY at checkout |
Provider destination pages checked on 2026-07-08 and 2026-07-14. Plans and prices are live on the provider's site — never stored or estimated here. We only list partners we can link and verify directly; this table grows as more providers pass review. How we compile this →
Compiled from public-record telecom facts (the MNO roster, commercially-launched 3G/4G/5G generations, deployed travel-relevant bands and local-eSIM support) and verified June 2026; see the source we compile this country from. Local-eSIM availability checked against carrier-official pages July 2026 (carrier source 1). How we compile this. Plan prices are supplied by the eSIM provider feed at publish time, not stored here.