What is an MVNO or Mobile Virtual Network Operator?

What is an MVNO or Mobile Virtual Network Operator?

An MVNO (or Mobile Virtual Network Operator) is an entity that enters into a business agreement with Mobile Network Operators to obtain airtime in bulk, including voice calls, SMS and mobile data. The airtime is acquired at wholesale rate and the MVNO resells the airtime at their own retail rates. MVNOs do not own the infrastructure to provide the services. However, an MVNO may maintain their own customer service, billing systems, marketing and sales staff. TRAVELWINGS is not a MVNO but essentially we partnered with Roambuddy.world Ltd who developed this service which now allows us to package the best priced roaming plans for eSIM compatible phones or Mobile Wi-Fi devices.

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