What telecommunications are available in Kyrgyzstan?

Telecommunications in Kyrgyzstan include fixed and mobile telephones and the Internet.

Does Kyrgyzstan have a mobile network?

Mobile network operators have actively expanded coverage, including in remote and hard-to-reach areas, despite the country's mountainous terrain. As of the mid-2020s, mobile networks cover more than 99% of the populated territory of Kyrgyzstan. In the early 2000s, Internet use has expanded rapidly.

Who regulates telecommunications operations in the Kyrgyz Republic?

1. Who is responsible for regulating telecommunications operations in the Kyrgyz Republic? The State Agency for Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic (SAC KR) is the public authority regulating communications sphere (telecommunications).

Are telecommunications services licensed under Kyrgyz law?

Under Kyrgyz law a series of activities related to telecommunications services are subject to licensing, including: - devices, networks, lines, structures, systems. While each activity related to telecommunications is generally licensed separately, a single license for several activities may be issued when it is technically feasible.

How many Internet hosts are there in Kyrgyz Republic?

In 2004 some 12,300 Internet hosts were in operation. The country code top level domain is .kg. Variable upload/download speeds through xDSL are available through state telephone company Kyrgyz Telecom (up to 8 Mbit/s downlink) and private ISPs (up to 10 Mbit/s downlink).

Which ISPs are in Kyrgyzstan?

ISPs in Kyrgyzstan include Kyrgyz Telecom, Elcat, Asiainfo, Transfer Ltd, Totel, Megaline, Aknet, Intranet, Saima Telecom, My4G, Rikonet, AlaTV, ExNET, and IPSWICH. Since the early 2020s, Kyrgyzstan has seen rapid development in the internet sector, accompanied by the expansion of communication channels and modernization of infrastructure.