The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (TRC) stated that it is currently working on several key sectoral files for the year 2026, most notably the Mobile Number Portability (MNP) project and the expansion of 5G services.
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In response to inquiries from Al-Mamlaka, the TRC explained that MNP is a strategic regulatory project designed to allow subscribers to switch mobile service providers while retaining their existing phone number. This initiative aims to:
Enhance market competitiveness.
Increase the efficiency of options available to consumers.
Incentivize operators to improve service quality and commercial offerings.
The TRC noted that it amended the MNP service instructions in 2025 within a specific implementation timeframe. The service is expected to be fully available in the Jordanian market by April 2027, following the completion of necessary technical and operational requirements.
Mobile Market Statistics (Q3 2025)
According to the TRC's Q3 2025 report, total mobile subscriptions in Jordan reached 8,475,725.
Prepaid: 5,494,414 (65% of total)
Postpaid: 2,981,311 (35% of total)
5G Deployment and Growth
The TRC highlighted 5G deployment as a top priority due to its direct link to enhancing digital infrastructure, supporting digital transformation, and preparing the Kingdom for advanced applications.
The commission is monitoring the progress of licensed companies as they expand coverage. Indicators from 2025 show steady growth, marking the transition of 5G into a phase of gradual market expansion.
Key 5G Milestones:
August - September 2022: The TRC signed agreements with Orange, Umniah, and Zain to introduce 5G services.
Launch: Operators began rolling out services within 2-3 months of receiving licenses.
Coverage Requirements: Licensed operators are obligated to cover major areas (city centers, industrial, and commercial zones) within 3 years of licensing.
Population Targets: Operators must provide 5G to at least 50% of the population within 4 years, increasing by 5% annually until reaching at least 75% coverage.
Revenue Sharing: The government, via the TRC, receives a 10% revenue share from 5G services and applications.
5G Subscription Growth (2024-2025)
The 5G sector has witnessed explosive growth according to the TRC's statistical reports:
Q3 2025: 287,000 subscriptions.
Q2 2025: 241,000 subscriptions (a 19.1% quarterly increase).
Year-on-Year Growth: A staggering 307% increase compared to Q3 2024, which recorded only 70,000 subscriptions.
Source: Al-Mamlaka
