AMMAN — The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (TRC) said on Saturday it is focusing in 2026 on key initiatives, including the introduction of Mobile Number Portability and the expansion of 5G services across the Kingdom.

 

The TRC described mobile number portability as a strategic regulatory project that would allow subscribers to switch between mobile operators while keeping their existing phone numbers.

 

The move aims to boost market competitiveness, expand consumer options, and encourage operators to improve service quality and commercial offerings, Al Mamlaka TV reported.

 

The authority noted that it updated the Mobile Number Portability Service Instructions in 2025, setting a defined timeline for implementation. Mobile number portability is expected to be available in Jordan by April 2027, following completion of the necessary technical and operational requirements.

 

According to TRC data for the third quarter of 2025, Jordan has 8,475,725 mobile subscriptions, including 5,494,414 prepaid accounts (65 per cent) and 2,981,311 postpaid accounts (35 per cent).

 

The TRC highlighted the deployment of 5G services as another major priority for 2026. The project is directly linked to strengthening digital infrastructure, supporting digital transformation, and enhancing Jordan’s readiness for advanced applications and services.

 

The authority is monitoring licensed operators’ commitments to expand coverage and network reach, in line with regulatory frameworks. Published data show a steady growth in 5G subscriptions throughout 2025, reflecting the gradual rollout of services across the country.

 

TRC agreements signed in 2022 with Orange, Umniah, and Zain Jordan paved the way for 5G introduction. Operators were required to launch services in major urban, industrial, and commercial areas within three years of licensing. Each operator must provide coverage to at least 50 per cent of Jordan’s population within four years, increasing by 5 per cent annually until reaching 75 per cent. The TRC will receive a 10 per cent revenue share from licensed 5G services and applications.

 

As of the third quarter of 2025, Jordan recorded 287,000 5G subscriptions, up from 241,000 in the second quarter of the same year, a growth of 19.1 per cent, and a 307 per cent increase from 70,000 subscriptions in Q3 2024.

 

The TRC said both projects reflect its commitment to improving service quality, expanding digital infrastructure, and supporting the country’s ongoing digital transformation efforts.