Papua New Guinea: Mobile Coverage & Carriers
Papua New Guinea has two main mobile network operators: Digicel and Telikom (which operates under the Vodafone PNG brand). Both carriers offer 3G and 4G/LTE services commercially. 5G has not yet been commercially launched in the country. Roaming visitors using eSIMs can expect coverage on LTE Band 3 (1800 MHz) and Band 8 (900 MHz), which are the key bands deployed by local operators.
Regarding eSIM availability from local carriers, this remains under verification and information is limited. Travelers considering eSIM options should contact Digicel or Telikom/Vodafone PNG directly to confirm current eSIM support, as availability and implementation may vary. Given the low confidence in available data about PNG's mobile infrastructure, official carrier websites or in-country inquiries are advisable before arrival.
| Connectivity | As publicly reported |
|---|---|
| Network generations | 3G, 4G/LTE |
| Main mobile networks (MNOs) | Digicel, Telikom/Vodafone PNG |
| Key travel bands | B3(1800), B8(900) |
| Local eSIM support | We are verifying local eSIM availability |
| Region | Oceania |
| Capital | Port Moresby |
| Calling code | +675 |
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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.