Cell Blockers and Singal Jammer in Greece

Mobile communications in Greece

Mobile networks in Greece have been operating since 1992, when services were provided by Panafon and Telestet, both of which are actively developing mobile networks throughout the country.

5G development in Greece is progressing rapidly. The Greek government completed the auction of 700 MHz, 3.5 GHz and 26 GHz frequency bands in 2021, and Cosmote, Vodafone and Wind are the main 5G network builders.

Greece uses the modern European GSM standard to cover the country's cellular network. The network also supports messaging and calls. All European devices are able to connect to local mobile operators.

If you plan to travel to Greece, you should know that all mobile phone numbers in the country are ten digits. This is where mobile signal coverage is best.

On the mainland, mobile networks are almost everywhere. You can easily buy a SIM card for use during your trip. There are also multiple options for tariffs: prepaid and postpaid. The former is very suitable for travelers.

Mobile Internet in Greece is also actively developing. Leading operators support 3G networks at 2.1 GHz. However, some areas of the country do not support this standard. In addition, many operators are actively using the 4G standard to provide new generation communications. You can use LTE-compatible phones in the country.

Greece also offers a good alternative. There are many free Wi-Fi spots in the country that you can use. They are available in supermarkets, catering establishments, hotels and other places. At the same time, you should not perform any security operations over Wi-Fi, as the possibility of data loss is high.

Illegal use of signal jammers

Regarding the legal status of signal jammers in Greece, the use of signal jammers is illegal under the 2017 Greek Telecommunications Law. The law prohibits the use of signal jammers because they can cause interference to telecommunications networks and disrupt communication services.

Strict law enforcement conditions

In Greece, there are no legal exceptions to the use of signal jammers. The only agencies authorized to use signal jammers are law enforcement agencies, but they must be used under certain strict conditions, such as in the fight against terrorism or criminal activities. Signal jammers can only be used with authorization from the Ministry of Public Order.

The telecommunications market in Greece is dominated by several large operators, providing mobile communications, fixed broadband and TV services. With the promotion of 5G networks, Greece's 4G LTE coverage is relatively mature. The following are the main telecom operators in Greece:

Cosmote (otE)

Cosmote is the largest telecom operator in Greece and is owned by German telecom company Deutsche Telekom. Cosmote is also active in markets such as Albania and Romania. It was the first operator in Greece to launch a 5G network and currently provides 5G services in Athens, Thessaloniki, Patras and other major cities.

GSM 900 (band 8): 890-915 MHz (rising links) and 935-960 MHz (descending links).
GSM 1800 (band 3): 1710-1785 MHz (rising links) and 1805-1880 MHz (descending links).
UMTS 2100 (Band 1): 1920-1980 MHz (rising links) and 2110-2170 MHz (descending links).
4G LTE 800 (band 20): 832-862 MHz (rising links) and 791-821 MHz (descending links).
4G LTE 1800 (band 3): 1710-1785 MHz (rising links) and 1805-1880 MHz (descending links).
4G LTE 2600
5G 700
5G 3500 MHz(3.5 GHz)

Vodafone Greece

Vodafone Greece is a subsidiary of the British Vodafone Group and is the second largest mobile operator in Greece. Vodafone's 4G LTE covers the entire country, especially in urban areas.

GSM 900 (band 8): 890-915 MHz (rising links) and 935-960 MHz (descending links).
GSM 1800 (band 3): 1710-1785 MHz (rising links) and 1805-1880 MHz (descending links).
UMTS 2100 (Band 1): 1920-1980 MHz (rising links) and 2110-2170 MHz (descending links).
4G LTE 800 (band 20): 832-862 MHz (rising links) and 791-821 MHz (descending links).
4G LTE 1800 (band 3): 1710-1785 MHz (rising links) and 1805-1880 MHz (descending links).
4G LTE 2600
5G 700
5G 3500 MHz(3.5 GHz)

Wind Hellas

Wind Hellas is the third largest telecom operator in Greece, controlled by United Group. Wind's 4G LTE network provides extensive coverage in large cities and rural areas in Greece, using 800 MHz, 1800 MHz and 2600 MHz to provide 4G networks, and provides 5G users in major cities through 700 MHz and 3.5 GHz bands.

GSM 900 (band 8): 890-915 MHz (rising links) and 935-960 MHz (descending links).
GSM 1800 (band 3): 1710-1785 MHz (rising links) and 1805-1880 MHz (descending links).
UMTS 2100 (Band 1): 1920-1980 MHz (rising links) and 2110-2170 MHz (descending links).
4G LTE 800 (band 20): 832-862 MHz (rising links) and 791-821 MHz (descending links).
4G LTE 1800 (band 3): 1710-1785 MHz (rising links) and 1805-1880 MHz (descending links).
4G LTE 2600
5G 700
5G 3500 MHz(3.5 GHz)

MVNOs

The MVNO market in Greece is relatively small, but some MVNO operators offer flexible, low-cost packages, such as Q-Telecom and Cyta Greece. They rent network resources from large operators and provide affordable service options.

The Greek telecommunications market is mainly dominated by Cosmote, Vodafone and Wind, with extensive 4G LTE network coverage, mainly in the 800 MHz, 1800 MHz and 2600 MHz bands. 5G networks are gradually expanding, mainly using the 700 MHz and 3.5 GHz bands to meet the high speed and low latency needs of large cities.