Spectrum Auction Announcement
After several years of delay, on June 2nd, the Telecommunications Superintendence (SIT) of Guatemala will hold the spectrum auction to allocate 120 MHz in the 2.5/2.6 GHz band. These frequencies will be critical for the expansion of 4G mobile services and the introduction of 5G in the country.
Important Dates
Interested national and international operators have until May 15th to acquire the auction manual, with a period for clarifying questions lasting until May 26th. May 19th is the final day for interested parties to register at the SIT offices to participate in the auction process.
Frequency Requests
In the initial stage, the SIT received 48 frequency assignment requests, including one from the América Móvil subsidiary.
Legislative Update
In February, Guatemala amended the General Telecommunications Law, ensuring that 75% of the funds raised in the auction are directed towards connectivity projects. With the upcoming expansions of 4G and 5G services, a multitude of new opportunities will arise as Guatemala aims to enhance its communication services.