---
title: "Tele2: MCC 401 MNC 77"
mcc: "401"
mnc: "77"
plmn: "40177"
tadig: "KAZ77"
brand: "Tele2"
operator: "Altel"
country: "Kazakhstan"
country_iso: "KZ"
region: "Asia & Middle East"
technologies: ["2G", "3G"]
updated: "2025-04-09"
canonical: "https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/401_77"
---

# Tele2: MCC 401, MNC 77 (Kazakhstan)

**Tele2** (operator: Altel) is a mobile network in [Kazakhstan](https://mcc-mnc.org/countries/kazakhstan.md) (Asia & Middle East), identified by MCC **401** and MNC **77**: PLMN ID 40177, also written 401-77 or 401 77, with the TADIG roaming code **KAZ77**. It runs 2G and 3G.

## Identifiers

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MCC (Mobile Country Code) | 401 |
| MNC (Mobile Network Code) | 77 |
| PLMN ID (MCC+MNC) | 40177 |
| TADIG code | KAZ77 |
| Brand | Tele2 |
| Operator | Altel |
| Country | Kazakhstan (KZ) |
| Region | Asia & Middle East |
| Dialling code | — |
| Technologies | 2G, 3G |
| Last updated | 2025-04-09 |

## Technologies & bands

| Generation | Bands | Measured cells |
|---|---|---|
| 2G | [GSM 1800](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/gsm_1800.md), [GSM 900](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/gsm_900.md) | 5,277 |
| 3G | [UMTS 900](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/umts_900.md) | 228 |
| 4G | No bands on file | 9,584 |

## Voice & calling services

| Service | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|
| VoLTE | Unknown | — |
| VoWiFi | Unknown | — |
| ViLTE | Unknown | — |
| VoNR | Unknown | — |

A service not marked Supported or Not supported is unknown: no data either way, not a sign that the network lacks it.

## About Tele2

MTS/Tele2 KZ, operating in Kazakhstan, Asia & Middle East, forms a key player in the nation's mobile telecommunications landscape. Designated under the Mobile Country Code (MCC) 401 and Mobile Network Code (MNC) 77, this network provides essential connectivity to a wide range of subscribers across the vast Kazakh territory. Notably, Kazakhstan's mobile market features competition between several operators, including Beeline and Kcell, each striving to offer competitive services and coverage. MTS/Tele2 KZ's strengths often lie in its focus on affordable data plans and tailored services for specific demographics, catering to budget-conscious users and those in rural areas where coverage from other providers might be limited.

Serving a strategically important country located at the crossroads of Asia and Europe, MTS/Tele2 KZ contributes significantly to Kazakhstan's digital infrastructure. The network's MCC and MNC are crucial identifiers within the global telecommunications system, allowing devices to connect and roam seamlessly to their network. While specific market share figures fluctuate, MTS/Tele2 KZ generally holds a significant portion of the subscriber base, demonstrating its broad appeal. The company continually invests in network upgrades, including 4G and increasingly 5G technologies, enhancing the user experience and enabling advanced applications for both individuals and businesses within Kazakhstan. Its presence is vital for Kazakhstan's ongoing economic development and integration into the global digital economy.

## APN settings

| Name | APN | Types | Protocol | MMSC | MMS proxy | MMS port | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altel | `internet.altel.kz` | default, supl | IPV4V6 | — | — | — | LineageOS |
| Tele2 Internet | `internet` | default, ia, supl | — | — | — | — | AOSP |
| Tele2 Internet | `internet.tele2.kz` | default, supl | IPV4V6 | — | — | — | LineageOS |
| Tele2 MMS | `mms` | mms | — | `http://mms.tele2.kz/mms/wapenc` | 10.1.26.10 | 8080 | AOSP |

Settings come from Android's AOSP and LineageOS APN lists and user corrections.

## Cell towers

OpenCelliD has measured **15,089** cells on this network across 174 location/tracking areas, first seen 2014-02-19 and last seen 2026-08-31 (data as of 2026-09-27).

| Radio | Generation | Cells |
|---|---|---|
| GSM | 2G | 5,277 |
| UMTS | 3G | 228 |
| LTE | 4G | 9,584 |

Locate a single cell by MCC, MNC, LAC/TAC and cell ID with the https://mcc-mnc.org/cell-id-lookup tool, `GET /api/v1/cells` or the MCP `lookup_cell` tool. Cell data from OpenCelliD (https://opencellid.org), licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.

## Other networks in Kazakhstan

| MCC | MNC | Network | TADIG |
|---|---|---|---|
| 401 | 01 | [Beeline](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/401_01.md) | KAZKT |
| 401 | 02 | [Kcell](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/401_02.md) | KAZKZ |
| 401 | 07 | [Altel](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/401_07.md) | — |
| 401 | 08 | [Kazakhtelecom](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/401_08.md) | — |

## Recent changes

- 2026-09-15: Updated the operator to Altel, the brand to Tele2, and the code to +7.

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