In Syria, the mobile market in February 2026 is currently navigating a period of significant price adjustments and network modernization. The landscape is dominated by Syriatel and MTN Syria, while the third operator, Wafa Telecom, continues its selective rollout with a focus on 5G readiness.
The Main Carriers
Pricing has recently been "unified," which has led to the removal of many cheap daily bundles in favor of more expensive weekly and monthly tiers.
* Syriatel: * Mix Plus Bundles: These are the most popular "hybrid" offers combining internet and minutes. Prices generally start at 14,000 SYP (~$1.17) for a basic 4GB monthly pack, ranging up to 250,000 SYP (~$21) for 100GB.
* Weekly Offers: Following the cancellation of small daily packs, the new entry-level "Weekly" bundle typically costs around 12,000 SYP.
* MTN Syria: * Monthly Bundles: MTN offers various tiers, with 15GB costing approx. 99,000 SYP (~$8.25) and their largest 250GB pack retailing for about 475,000 SYP (~$40).
* Internet Only: Large data users can find 60GB for 234,000 SYP or 160GB for 350,000 SYP.
* Wafa Telecom: * As the newest player with an exclusive 5G license, their offers are currently more premium and focused on urban business districts in Damascus and Aleppo. They offer specialized 5G pilot plans for early adopters with high-speed requirements.
Smartphone Device Deals
Smartphone prices in Syria are notably higher than global averages due to heavy customs and import taxes.
* iPhone 17 & 16 Series:
* The iPhone 17 Pro Max is available but commands a massive premium, often retailing for double its global price when "customs-cleared" (Gemrok).
* A used iPhone 13 Pro Max (256GB) is currently seen around 4,370,000 SYP.
* Samsung Galaxy S26 & S24:
* The Galaxy S24 FE (256GB) is currently retailing for approximately 5,000,000 SYP in the used/excellent condition market.
* Older reliable models like the Galaxy J8 can still be found for around 100,000 SYP for budget seekers.
* Xiaomi & Infinix: These brands have gained massive market share (over 30% combined) because they offer better performance-per-SYP compared to Apple or Samsung in the local market.
Visitor & Tourist Offers
For travelers entering Syria this month:
* Fixed Tourist SIM: There is a mandatory tourist package costing approximately $45 USD which includes a new SIM card and 15GB of data.
* Registration: Foreigners must register their SIM with a passport. Note that eSIM is currently only available for locals; travelers are still required to use physical SIM cards.
Important Notes for 2026
* The "Gemrok" Factor: If you buy a phone from abroad and bring it into Syria, you must pay a significant customs fee (often 30-50% of the phone's value) to keep it working on local networks past 30 days.
* Network Status: 4G is now the standard in government-controlled urban centers like Damascus, Homs, and Latakia, while 3G remains the fallback in rural areas.
* App Bonuses: Both Syriatel and MTN offer "Social Media only" packs (WhatsApp/Telegram/Facebook) which are significantly cheaper than "Anytime" data packs.
The Main Carriers
Pricing has recently been "unified," which has led to the removal of many cheap daily bundles in favor of more expensive weekly and monthly tiers.
* Syriatel: * Mix Plus Bundles: These are the most popular "hybrid" offers combining internet and minutes. Prices generally start at 14,000 SYP (~$1.17) for a basic 4GB monthly pack, ranging up to 250,000 SYP (~$21) for 100GB.
* Weekly Offers: Following the cancellation of small daily packs, the new entry-level "Weekly" bundle typically costs around 12,000 SYP.
* MTN Syria: * Monthly Bundles: MTN offers various tiers, with 15GB costing approx. 99,000 SYP (~$8.25) and their largest 250GB pack retailing for about 475,000 SYP (~$40).
* Internet Only: Large data users can find 60GB for 234,000 SYP or 160GB for 350,000 SYP.
* Wafa Telecom: * As the newest player with an exclusive 5G license, their offers are currently more premium and focused on urban business districts in Damascus and Aleppo. They offer specialized 5G pilot plans for early adopters with high-speed requirements.
Smartphone Device Deals
Smartphone prices in Syria are notably higher than global averages due to heavy customs and import taxes.
* iPhone 17 & 16 Series:
* The iPhone 17 Pro Max is available but commands a massive premium, often retailing for double its global price when "customs-cleared" (Gemrok).
* A used iPhone 13 Pro Max (256GB) is currently seen around 4,370,000 SYP.
* Samsung Galaxy S26 & S24:
* The Galaxy S24 FE (256GB) is currently retailing for approximately 5,000,000 SYP in the used/excellent condition market.
* Older reliable models like the Galaxy J8 can still be found for around 100,000 SYP for budget seekers.
* Xiaomi & Infinix: These brands have gained massive market share (over 30% combined) because they offer better performance-per-SYP compared to Apple or Samsung in the local market.
Visitor & Tourist Offers
For travelers entering Syria this month:
* Fixed Tourist SIM: There is a mandatory tourist package costing approximately $45 USD which includes a new SIM card and 15GB of data.
* Registration: Foreigners must register their SIM with a passport. Note that eSIM is currently only available for locals; travelers are still required to use physical SIM cards.
Important Notes for 2026
* The "Gemrok" Factor: If you buy a phone from abroad and bring it into Syria, you must pay a significant customs fee (often 30-50% of the phone's value) to keep it working on local networks past 30 days.
* Network Status: 4G is now the standard in government-controlled urban centers like Damascus, Homs, and Latakia, while 3G remains the fallback in rural areas.
* App Bonuses: Both Syriatel and MTN offer "Social Media only" packs (WhatsApp/Telegram/Facebook) which are significantly cheaper than "Anytime" data packs.
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