Seychelles Mobile Subscriptions
Mobile cellular subscriptions per 100 people IT.CEL.SETS.P2
Seychelles's mobile subscriptions was 183.58 in 2025, ranked 13th globally. This represents a 0.7% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Seychelles's mobile subscriptions stood at 183.58 in 2025, a decline of +1.33 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 183.58 by 2025. Seychelles ranked 13th globally.
Seychelles has experienced a notable growth in mobile subscriptions over the past five decades, driven by increasing accessibility and affordability of mobile services. Since 1960, when mobile subscriptions first began to emerge, the country has witnessed a steady expansion, with the number of subscriptions reaching an all-time high of 184.90 in 2023. Conversely, the lowest point in mobile subscriptions was recorded in 1994, when the number stood at 0.00. In recent years, Seychelles has maintained a strong ranking, currently holding the 13th position globally with 183.58 mobile subscriptions per 100 people in 2025. This trend is comparable to other countries, such as Colombia, which has a similar ranking with 183.60 mobile subscriptions per 100 people. The sustained growth in mobile subscriptions in Seychelles suggests a continued reliance on mobile technology for communication and economic development. However, a potential shift towards 5G technology and increasing competition in the market could alter this trajectory in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Mobile Subscriptions | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 188.72 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 183.58 | - | - |
| 2025 | 183.58 | −1.33 | #13 |
| 2023 | 184.90 | +21.47 | #5 |
| 2022 | 163.43 | +13.95 | #16 |
| 2021 | 149.48 | −3.07 | #19 |
| 2020 | 152.55 | −12.07 | #14 |
| 2019 | 164.62 | +9.07 | #10 |
| 2018 | 155.55 | +6.76 | #11 |
| 2017 | 148.79 | +10.52 | #21 |
| 2016 | 138.28 | +0.03 | #33 |
| 2015 | 138.25 | −6.36 | #38 |
| 2014 | 144.61 | +10.62 | #29 |
| 2013 | 133.99 | −3.12 | #46 |
| 2012 | 137.11 | +6.63 | #38 |
| 2011 | 130.48 | +6.66 | #37 |
| 2010 | 123.81 | +5.61 | #40 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Seychelles matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2009. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw mobile subscriptions improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Seychelles's mobile subscriptions was 183.58 in 2025. Ranked 13th globally. This represents a 0.7% decrease from the previous year.
Seychelles's mobile subscriptions peaked at 184.90 in 2023.
The lowest mobile subscriptions in Seychelles was 0.00 in 1960.
Seychelles ranks 13th globally in mobile subscriptions as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is IT.CEL.SETS.P2. Data sourced from World Bank.
Seychelles's mobile subscriptions is projected to reach 183.58 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The mobile subscriptions of Seychelles in 2025 was 183.58. This ranks 13th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_seychelles_mobile-subscriptions,
title = {Seychelles Mobile Subscriptions},
url = {https://historysaid.com/seychelles/mobile-subscriptions/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}