---
title: "Optus: MCC 505 MNC 02"
mcc: "505"
mnc: "02"
plmn: "50502"
tadig: "AUSOP"
brand: "Optus"
operator: "Singtel Optus Proprietary Limited"
country: "Australia"
country_iso: "AU"
region: "Oceania"
technologies: ["3G", "4G", "5G"]
updated: "2025-04-09"
canonical: "https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_02"
---

# Optus: MCC 505, MNC 02 (Australia)

**Optus** (operator: Singtel Optus Proprietary Limited) is a mobile network in [Australia](https://mcc-mnc.org/countries/australia.md) (Oceania), identified by MCC **505** and MNC **02**: PLMN ID 50502, also written 505-02 or 505 02, with the TADIG roaming code **AUSOP**. It runs 3G, 4G and 5G.

## Identifiers

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MCC (Mobile Country Code) | 505 |
| MNC (Mobile Network Code) | 02 |
| PLMN ID (MCC+MNC) | 50502 |
| TADIG code | AUSOP |
| Brand | Optus |
| Operator | Singtel Optus Proprietary Limited |
| Country | Australia (AU) |
| Region | Oceania |
| Dialling code | — |
| Technologies | 3G, 4G, 5G |
| Last updated | 2025-04-09 |

## Technologies & bands

| Generation | Bands | Measured cells |
|---|---|---|
| 3G | [UMTS 2100](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/umts_2100.md), [UMTS 900](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/umts_900.md) | 39 |
| 4G | [LTE 1800](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/lte_1800.md), [LTE 700](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/lte_700.md), [LTE 2600](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/lte_2600.md), [LTE 2100](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/lte_2100.md) | 35,224 |
| 5G | [5G 2300](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/5g_2300.md), [5G 3500](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/5g_3500.md) | 1,265 |

## 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 Optus

Singtel Optus Proprietary Limited, commonly known as Optus, is a major telecommunications provider in Australia. As a key player in the Australian mobile network landscape within Oceania, it rivals Telstra and Vodafone in terms of coverage, subscribers, and services offered. Optus operates its network under the Mobile Country Code (MCC) 505, which identifies Australia, and the Mobile Network Code (MNC) 02. This combination, 505 02, is unique to Optus and essential for mobile devices to correctly identify and connect to the Optus network across the country.

Optus provides a comprehensive range of mobile services including 4G and 5G connectivity to both consumer and business clients. Known for competitive data plans and a strong emphasis on customer experience, Optus continuously invests in expanding and upgrading its network infrastructure. This includes strategically deploying cell towers in urban and rural areas to enhance coverage and capacity while competing with other Australian players. The company also innovates with value added services such as streaming and entertainment bundled with their mobile packages, making it a popular choice for Australians seeking reliable mobile communications and engaging digital experiences.

## MVNOs on Optus

- [Virgin](https://mcc-mnc.org/mvno/virgin-au.md)

## Global SIMs using this network's numbering

- [1GLOBAL](https://mcc-mnc.org/mvno/1global.md) (Travel)

## APN settings

| Name | APN | Types | Protocol | Username | Password | MMSC | MMS proxy | MMS port | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apex Telecom | `splns357` | default, supl | — | — | — | — | — | — | LineageOS |
| Boost Mobile | `yesinternet` | default, supl | — | — | — | — | — | — | LineageOS |
| Exetel | `exetel1` | default, supl | — | — | — | — | — | — | LineageOS |
| Optus | `internet` | default, supl | — | — | — | — | — | — | LineageOS |
| Optus Business Mobile Broadband | `yesbusiness` | default, supl | — | — | — | — | — | — | LineageOS |
| Optus Connect | `connect` | default, supl | — | — | — | — | — | — | LineageOS |
| Optus ConnectCap | `connectcap` | default, supl | — | — | — | — | — | — | LineageOS |
| Optus Internet | `yesinternet` | default, supl | — | `*` | `*` | — | — | — | LineageOS |
| Optus Preconnect | `preconnect` | default, supl | — | — | — | — | — | — | LineageOS |
| Optus Streaming | `yesinternet` | default, supl | — | — | — | — | — | — | LineageOS |
| Optus Yes Internet | `yesinternet` | default, ia, supl | — | — | — | — | — | — | AOSP |
| Optus Yesinternet | `yesinternet` | default, supl | — | — | — | — | — | — | LineageOS |
| Virgin AU | `virgininternet` | default, supl | — | `*` | `*` | — | — | — | LineageOS |
| Boost MMS | `mms` | mms | — | — | — | `http://mmsc.optus.com.au:8002/` | 61.88.190.10 | 8070 | LineageOS |
| Optus MMS | `mms` | mms | — | — | — | `http://mmsc.optus.com.au:8002/` | 61.88.190.10 | 8070 | AOSP, LineageOS |
| Optus MMS | `mms` | mms | — | `*` | `*` | `http://mmsc.optus.com.au:8002/` | 61.88.190.10 | 8070 | LineageOS |
| Virgin AU MMS | `virginmms` | mms | — | `*` | `*` | `http://mms.virginvibe.com.au:8002/` | 202.139.083.152 | 8070 | LineageOS |

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

## APN settings: Virgin

| Name | APN | Types | Protocol | MMSC | MMS proxy | MMS port | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virgin Internet | `yesinternet` | default, ia, supl | — | — | — | — | AOSP |
| Virgin MMS | `mms` | mms | — | `http://mmsc.optus.com.au:8002/` | 61.88.190.10 | 8070 | AOSP |

## Android carrier config highlights

| Setting | Value | Key |
|---|---|---|
| Call settings over Ut/XCAP | Yes | `carrier_supports_ss_over_ut_bool` |

## Cell towers

OpenCelliD has measured **36,528** cells on this network across 217 location/tracking areas, first seen 2013-05-23 and last seen 2026-09-17 (data as of 2026-09-27).

| Radio | Generation | Cells |
|---|---|---|
| UMTS | 3G | 39 |
| LTE | 4G | 35,224 |
| NR | 5G | 1,265 |

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 Australia

| MCC | MNC | Network | TADIG |
|---|---|---|---|
| 505 | 01 | [Telstra](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_01.md) | AUSTA |
| 505 | 03 | [Vodafone](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_03.md) | AUSVF |
| 505 | 04 | [Department of Defence](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_04.md) | — |
| 505 | 05 | [Ozitel](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_05.md) | — |
| 505 | 06 | [3](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_06.md) | — |
| 505 | 07 | [Vodafone](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_07.md) | — |
| 505 | 08 | [One Tel](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_08.md) | — |
| 505 | 09 | [Airnet](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_09.md) | — |
| 505 | 10 | [Norfolk Is](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_10.md) | — |
| 505 | 11 | [Telstra](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_11.md) | — |
| 505 | 12 | [3](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_12.md) | — |
| 505 | 13 | [RailCorp](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_13.md) | — |
| 505 | 14 | [AAPT](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_14.md) | — |
| 505 | 15 | [3GIS](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_15.md) | — |
| 505 | 16 | [VicTrack](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_16.md) | — |
| 505 | 17 | [Optus](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_17.md) | — |
| 505 | 18 | [Pactel](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_18.md) | — |
| 505 | 19 | [Lycamobile](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_19.md) | — |
| 505 | 20 | [Ausgrid Corporation](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_20.md) | — |
| 505 | 21 | [Queensland Rail Limited](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_21.md) | — |
| 505 | 22 | [iiNet Ltd](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_22.md) | — |
| 505 | 23 | [Challenge Networks Pty Ltd](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_23.md) | — |
| 505 | 24 | [Advanced Communications Technologies Pty. Ltd.](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_24.md) | — |
| 505 | 25 | [Pilbara Iron Company Services Pty Ltd](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_25.md) | — |
| 505 | 26 | [Dialogue Communications Pty. Ltd.](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_26.md) | — |
| 505 | 27 | [Nexium Telecommunications](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_27.md) | — |
| 505 | 28 | [RCOM International Pty Ltd](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_28.md) | — |
| 505 | 30 | [Compatel Limited](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_30.md) | — |
| 505 | 31 | [BHP Billiton](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_31.md) | — |
| 505 | 32 | [Thales Australia](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_32.md) | — |
| 505 | 33 | [CLX Networks Pty Ltd](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_33.md) | — |
| 505 | 34 | [Santos Limited](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_34.md) | — |
| 505 | 35 | [MessageBird Pty Ltd](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_35.md) | — |
| 505 | 36 | [Optus](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_36.md) | — |
| 505 | 37 | [Yancoal Australia Ltd](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_37.md) | — |
| 505 | 38 | [Truphone](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_38.md) | — |
| 505 | 39 | [Telstra](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_39.md) | — |
| 505 | 40 | [CITIC Pacific Mining](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_40.md) | — |
| 505 | 41 | [Aqura Technologies Pty](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_41.md) | — |
| 505 | 42 | [GEMCO](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_42.md) | — |
| 505 | 43 | [Arrow Energy Pty Ltd](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_43.md) | — |
| 505 | 44 | [Roy Hill Iron Ore Pty Ltd](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_44.md) | — |
| 505 | 45 | [Clermont Coal Operations Pty Ltd](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_45.md) | — |
| 505 | 46 | [AngloGold Ashanti Australia Ltd](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_46.md) | — |
| 505 | 47 | [Woodside Energy Limited](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_47.md) | — |
| 505 | 48 | [Titan ICT Pty Ltd](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_48.md) | — |
| 505 | 50 | [Pivotel Group Pty Limited](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_50.md) | — |
| 505 | 61 | [CommTel NS](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_61.md) | — |
| 505 | 62 | [NBN](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_62.md) | — |
| 505 | 68 | [NBN](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_68.md) | — |
| 505 | 71 | [Telstra](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_71.md) | — |
| 505 | 72 | [Telstra](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_72.md) | — |
| 505 | 88 | [Pivotel Group Pty Limited](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_88.md) | — |
| 505 | 90 | [Optus](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_90.md) | — |
| 505 | 99 | [One Tel](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_99.md) | — |

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