---
title: "Zain: MCC 418 MNC 20"
mcc: "418"
mnc: "20"
plmn: "41820"
brand: "Zain"
operator: "Zain Iraq"
country: "Iraq"
country_iso: "IQ"
region: "Asia & Middle East"
technologies: ["2G"]
updated: "2025-04-09"
canonical: "https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/418_20"
---

# Zain: MCC 418, MNC 20 (Iraq)

**Zain** (operator: Zain Iraq) is a mobile network in [Iraq](https://mcc-mnc.org/countries/iraq.md) (Asia & Middle East), identified by MCC **418** and MNC **20**: PLMN ID 41820, also written 418-20 or 418 20. It runs 2G.

## Identifiers

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MCC (Mobile Country Code) | 418 |
| MNC (Mobile Network Code) | 20 |
| PLMN ID (MCC+MNC) | 41820 |
| TADIG code | — |
| Brand | Zain |
| Operator | Zain Iraq |
| Country | Iraq (IQ) |
| Region | Asia & Middle East |
| Dialling code | — |
| Technologies | 2G |
| 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) | 32 |
| 3G | No bands on file | 121 |
| 4G | No bands on file | 749 |

## 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 Zain

Zain Iraq, operating under MCC 418 and MNC 20, connects millions across Iraq as one of the country's leading mobile network operators. Part of the larger Zain Group, a prominent telecom player in the Middle East and Africa, Zain Iraq provides a range of services from basic voice and text to advanced 4G LTE data, aiming to bridge the digital divide in a nation undergoing significant development. Serving a diverse population spread across the Middle Eastern country, Zain Iraq competes with other major providers such as Korek Telecom and Asiacell to deliver reliable and affordable mobile connectivity.

Being part of the Zain Group allows Zain Iraq to leverage international expertise and resources, contributing to network upgrades and service innovation within Iraq. Focusing on expanding its coverage, especially in underserved areas, is a key priority, alongside enhancing data speeds and introducing new digital solutions. Like other mobile operators in Iraq, Zain Iraq faces the challenges of navigating a complex regulatory landscape and competing in a price-sensitive market, constantly adapting its strategies to meet the evolving needs of Iraqi consumers in both urban and rural environments.

## APN settings

| Name | APN | Types | Protocol | Username | Password | MMSC | MMS proxy | MMS port | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zain-GPRS | `internet` | default, supl | — | `atheer` | `atheer` | — | — | — | LineageOS |
| ZAIN-GPRS | `internet` | default, ia, supl | — | `atheer` | `atheer` | — | — | — | AOSP |
| Zain-MMS | `MMS` | mms | — | `atheer` | `atheer` | `http://mms:8002/` | 172.29.11.12 | 8080 | AOSP |
| Zain-MMS | `MMS` | mms | — | `atheer` | `atheer` | `http://mms:8002/` | 172.29.11.12 | 8080 | LineageOS |

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

## Android carrier config highlights

| Setting | Value | Key |
|---|---|---|
| Max MMS image height | 1944 | `maxImageHeight` |
| Max MMS image width | 2592 | `maxImageWidth` |
| Max MMS size (bytes) | 153600 | `maxMessageSize` |

## Cell towers

OpenCelliD has measured **902** cells on this network across 60 location/tracking areas, first seen 2018-11-16 and last seen 2026-09-14 (data as of 2026-09-27).

| Radio | Generation | Cells |
|---|---|---|
| GSM | 2G | 32 |
| UMTS | 3G | 121 |
| LTE | 4G | 749 |

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 Iraq

| MCC | MNC | Network | TADIG |
|---|---|---|---|
| 418 | 00 | [Asia Cell](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/418_00.md) | — |
| 418 | 05 | [Asia Cell](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/418_05.md) | IRQAC |
| 418 | 08 | [SanaTel](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/418_08.md) | — |
| 418 | 30 | [Zain](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/418_30.md) | — |
| 418 | 40 | [Korek](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/418_40.md) | — |
| 418 | 45 | [Mobitel](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/418_45.md) | — |
| 418 | 62 | [Itisaluna](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/418_62.md) | — |
| 418 | 92 | [Omnnea](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/418_92.md) | — |

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