The Office of the Telecommunications and Radiocommunications Regulator (“the Regulator”) previously issued Decision No. 01 of 2018 on the planning and allocation of the 2100 MHz spectrum band (1920–1980 MHz / 2110–2170 MHz) for mobile broadband services in Vanuatu.
Since that time, the telecommunications market in Vanuatu has continued to develop, and the 2100 MHz spectrum has become increasingly valuable for 4G services and potential 5G deployment in urban areas. Additionally, TRBR is in the process of standardizing spectrum fees for International Mobile Telecommunications (IMT) bands, with the 900 MHz and 700 MHz bands currently set at VT 90,000 per MHz. In comparison, the 2100 MHz band has been charged at VT 27,000 per MHz since 2018.
The Regulator hereby determines that any frequency band considered to be a high-value band for IMT or other advanced wireless technologies shall be charged at a standardized rate of VT 90,000 per MHz. The Regulator reserves the right to review and amend this rate in accordance with the Telecommunications and Radiocommunications Regulation Act 2009 and the Radio Apparatus Licence and Spectrum Licence (Fees) Regulation.