---
title: "Somtel: MCC 637 MNC 71"
mcc: "637"
mnc: "71"
plmn: "63771"
brand: "Somtel"
operator: "Somtel"
country: "Somalia"
country_iso: "SO"
region: "Africa"
technologies: ["2G", "3G", "4G"]
updated: "2025-04-09"
canonical: "https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/637_71"
---

# Somtel: MCC 637, MNC 71 (Somalia)

**Somtel** is a mobile network in [Somalia](https://mcc-mnc.org/countries/somalia.md) (Africa), identified by MCC **637** and MNC **71**: PLMN ID 63771, also written 637-71 or 637 71. It runs 2G, 3G and 4G.

## Identifiers

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MCC (Mobile Country Code) | 637 |
| MNC (Mobile Network Code) | 71 |
| PLMN ID (MCC+MNC) | 63771 |
| TADIG code | — |
| Brand | Somtel |
| Operator | Somtel |
| Country | Somalia (SO) |
| Region | Africa |
| Dialling code | — |
| Technologies | 2G, 3G, 4G |
| 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) | — |
| 3G | [UMTS 2100](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/umts_2100.md) | — |
| 4G | [LTE 800](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/lte_800.md) | 1 |

## 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 Somtel

Somtel, operating in Somalia, is a prominent mobile network operator (MNO) offering a range of telecommunications services across the country. Identified by its Mobile Country Code (MCC) of 637 and Mobile Network Code (MNC) of 71, Somtel plays a significant role in connecting individuals and businesses within Somalia and beyond. Competing in a dynamic market alongside other providers, such as Hormuud Telecom, Somtel strives to deliver reliable and innovative solutions tailored to the specific needs of the Somali population. Their services encompass voice calls, SMS messaging, and mobile internet access, contributing to the country’s growing digital landscape and facilitating communication within this key East African nation.

Leveraging advancements in telecommunications technology, Somtel has expanded its network coverage to reach both urban and rural areas of Somalia. As with many mobile networks operating in developing nations, Somtel has heavily invested in mobile money services, acknowledging their critical role in a society where traditional banking infrastructure may be limited. This focus on mobile financial services bolsters financial inclusion and drives economic activity. Somtel continues to adapt to the evolving demands of its customer base, aiming to provide accessible and affordable communication solutions that empower communities and foster development throughout Somalia. Their continued innovation and expansion is a key factor in driving Somali’s connectivity to the wider African continent and the world.

## APN settings

| Name | APN | Types | Protocol | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somtel | `default` | default, ia, supl | — | AOSP |

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

## Cell towers

OpenCelliD has measured **1** cells on this network across 1 location/tracking areas, first seen 2026-04-08 and last seen 2026-04-08 (data as of 2026-09-27).

| Radio | Generation | Cells |
|---|---|---|
| LTE | 4G | 1 |

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 Somalia

| MCC | MNC | Network | TADIG |
|---|---|---|---|
| 637 | 01 | [Telesom](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/637_01.md) | SOM01 |
| 637 | 04 | [Somafone](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/637_04.md) | — |
| 637 | 10 | [Nationlink](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/637_10.md) | — |
| 637 | 20 | [SOMNET](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/637_20.md) | — |
| 637 | 30 | [Golis](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/637_30.md) | — |
| 637 | 50 | [Hormuud](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/637_50.md) | — |
| 637 | 57 | [UNITEL](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/637_57.md) | — |
| 637 | 60 | [Nationlink](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/637_60.md) | — |
| 637 | 67 | [Horntel Group](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/637_67.md) | — |
| 637 | 70 | [Onkod Telecom Ltd.](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/637_70.md) | — |
| 637 | 82 | [Telcom](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/637_82.md) | — |

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