Tunisia, an African nation with a thriving GSM market, presents a promising opportunity for capitalizing on termination services. With a robust mobile penetration rate—one of the highest in North Africa, boasting approximately 17.5 million connections—the potential for profit is substantial. As of today, the average termination rate in Tunisia ranges from $0.16 to $0.20 per minute, making it a lucrative destination for launching your traffic termination business, provided you employ an effective anti-block solution.
As of the most recent data available, mobile penetration in Tunisia has reached an impressive 150%, with a population exceeding 11.7 million. The GSM sector in the country is primarily served by three major operators:
- Ooredoo (market share - 43%)
- Tunisie Telecom (market share - 34%)
- Orange (market share - 23%)
Both Ooredoo and Tunisie Telecom provide excellent GSM coverage, reaching 99% of the population. Orange, while still providing good coverage, reaches slightly fewer people, covering 87% of the population. Additionally, Tunisia hosts virtual mobile operators (MVNOs) like Lycamobile and Wantany Telecom.
To obtain a prepaid SIM card, you are required to present your passport at the point of sale for registration. However, this registration process may not be suitable for termination purposes. Instead, consider sourcing SIM cards from street vendors (which are often pre-registered under someone else's name) or explore dedicated online forums for potential options.
Starting plans for prepaid SIM cards in Tunisia can range from as low as 30 cents to $3.5, often accompanied by initial credit or bonuses. Outgoing cellular communication costs are equally economical, starting at just $0.01 per minute. If you operate a GSM VoIP gateway, such as Amazon, for 5 hours a day, you can expect to generate a minimum profit of $700 per port, making Tunisia a compelling destination for your termination business.
With Tunisia's flourishing GSM market and the right approach to SIM card acquisition, you can unlock substantial profit potential in the thriving termination sector. Stay tuned for further developments in this lucrative market.
