Central African Republic: Mobile Coverage & Carriers
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 | We are verifying local eSIM availability |
| Region | Africa |
| Capital | Bangui |
| Calling code | +236 |
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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. This country's connectivity row is currently low-confidence (small / island / single-operator / fast-changing market), so treat the carrier, band and 5G details as a starting point we are still verifying. How we compile this. Plan prices are supplied by the eSIM provider feed at publish time, not stored here.