Nepal: Mobile Coverage & Carriers
Nepal has two major mobile network operators: Ncell and Nepal Telecom. Both carriers provide mobile services across the country with 3G and 4G/LTE technology commercially available. The primary LTE bands used for roaming travelers are Band 3 (1800 MHz) and Band 8 (900 MHz), which form the backbone of data connectivity in the region.
Some local carriers in Nepal issue eSIMs, though availability may be limited compared to traditional SIM cards. However, confidence in the completeness of this mobile coverage information is relatively low, and travelers should verify current network capabilities and eSIM availability directly with carriers before arrival, as the telecommunications landscape in Nepal continues to evolve.
| Connectivity | As publicly reported |
|---|---|
| Network generations | 3G, 4G/LTE |
| Main mobile networks (MNOs) | Ncell, Nepal Telecom |
| Key travel bands | B3(1800), B8(900) |
| Local eSIM support | Some local carriers issue eSIMs |
| Region | Asia |
| Capital | Kathmandu |
| Calling code | +977 |
eSIM for Nepal → · eSIM vs roaming →
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.