Iran · Telecom, Internet & Apps

Rightel

One of Iran's three mobile operators, focused on mobile internet, with prepaid and postpaid plans.

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About Rightel

Rightel is Iran's third mobile network operator, next to Hamrah-e Aval (MCI) and Irancell. It is known for mobile data services and offers SIM cards, data packages and an app for managing the line. Coverage and quality differ by area, and the main customer service is in Persian.

Key Features

Mobile Data Plans: Data packages and prepaid or postpaid plans.
SIM Cards: Sold in company shops and through dealers.
Self-Service App: Check your balance, buy packages and top up in the app.
Support: Customer service by phone and in shops.

How to Get Started

Check that your phone is unlocked and works on the network.
Visit a Rightel shop or an authorised dealer with your passport.
Choose a package and have the SIM registered in your name.
Install the Rightel app to follow your balance and buy packages.

Before you use it

Sign-up: Foreigners buy a Rightel tourist SIM with a passport at Imam Khomeini Airport or official shops.
Limits: Many foreign websites and apps are blocked in Iran, including several messengers and social networks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Rightel work with a foreign bank card in Iran?: Not reliably - a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
Is Rightel available in English?: Not officially - the interface is mainly in the local language.
Do I need a local phone number to use Rightel?: No, an international phone number generally works for Rightel.
Do I need local ID or residency for Rightel?: No, Rightel doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
Where can I use Rightel?: iOS · Android · Web
How much does Rightel cost?: Tourist SIMs at airports; cheap data packs