ANACOM has decided to detail the regulatory framework for the activity of mobile virtual network operators (MVNO), which summarizes the arrangements applicable to MVNOs, namely concerning matters such as the general authorization scheme, and numbering and interconnection rights and obligations.
As the assessment of the market for call access and origination in public mobile telephone networks (market 15) has not been yet concluded, and thus operators with significant market power in this market have not been yet identified, mobile operators are not under any regulatory obligation to provide third parties with wholesale access to their networks. Nevertheless, the regulatory framework in force covers in an appropriate manner the activity of MVNOs that arise following a desirable freedom to deal between entities who wish to pursue this activity and mobile operators who support their services over their own radio networks.
This document, approved by determination of 9 February 2007, does not alter the current regulatory framework, yet it is intended to promote the transparency and predictability of regulations, as well as to provide all market participants with the same level of information.
Consult:
- Regulatory framework for the activity of MVNOs https://www.anacom.pt/render.jsp?contentId=457406
See also:
- ANACOM establishes a framework for MVNO activity https://www.anacom.pt/render.jsp?contentId=457465
Related information on ANACOM's website:
- Market 15 - Call access and origination in public mobile telephone networks https://www.anacom.pt/render.jsp?categoryId=152597
