FAQ

Why should I rent a mobile phone when I am visiting Ethiopia?

Renting mobile phone makes it easy to keep in touch with your family and others while travling. It can be used to get help if you are lost. Using your hotel's fixed phone is inconvenient and very expensive.

I already have a mobile phone, can I just rent a SIM card?

If you already have a GMS mobile phone that works in Ethiopia, you can just rent a SIM card from us. Our rate for SIM card rental only is cheaper.

Does the mobile serivce work outside Addis Ababa?

Yes, there are decent coverage around the following cities: Dire Dawa, Harar, Dese, Gonder, Mekele, Nekemete and others.


Call cost:

How much is the cost for incoming calls?

All incoming calls, both local and international, are absolutely free.

How much does outgoing local calls cost?

Outgoing local calls cost 90cents (.10USD) per min

How much does it cost to call outside Ethiopia?

All outgoing International calls outside Ethiopia cost 12birr(or 1.30USD) per min.