The DriftAsia eSIM plans for Mongolia shown on this page use Mobicom and offer 4G depending on the plan. Check each plan for its exact network, data allowance, validity and price before choosing. Available plans are fully refundable within 30 days as long as the eSIM has not been used on a network at the destination.
Ulaanbaatar covered; the steppe is largely off-grid.
Plan share by operator
Share of the eSIM plans we sell for Mongolia, by underlying operator.
- Mobicom100%
Network at a glance
Mobicom is the network most travellers lean on in Mongolia. Coverage here is 4G across the operators we carry; expect solid speeds in cities and lighter coverage off the main routes. On our Mobile Speed Index it scores 69, placing it mid-tier for regional speed. Median data price has risen from $1.12 per GB in April 2026 to $5.98 in August 2026.
The operators behind our plans
Each network we carry in Mongolia, with who runs it and what generation it reaches.
Common questions
Which operator is best in Mongolia?
Mobicom offers the widest reach for most travellers. Ulaanbaatar covered; the steppe is largely off-grid. Our eSIM plans run on the strongest available network, so you do not have to choose a SIM at the counter.
Does Mongolia have 5G?
Not on the plans we carry. Networks here run 4G, which is fine for maps, messaging and streaming in populated areas.
How much is a local SIM in Mongolia?
A tourist SIM bought on arrival typically runs $6-12. An eSIM skips the queue and the passport scan, and activates by QR code before you land.
How many operators power Mongolia eSIM plans?
We carry plans across 1 operator in Mongolia. The donut above shows how our catalogue splits between them.
How we read this
Plan share counts how many of the eSIM plans we sell for Mongolia run on each operator. It reflects catalogue depth, not subscriber market share. The top operator is the network we would hand a traveller who can pick only one.