Mountain town in Gabala District, Azerbaijan
Internet in Gabala: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Gabala?
Median fixed broadband in Azerbaijan is 93 Mbps and mobile is 99 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Hotel and café wifi is usually fine for basics; resorts can strain on busy weekends. No coworking.
Getting online in Gabala
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Cafés and coworking | Hotel and café wifi is usually fine for basics; resorts can strain on busy weekends. No coworking. |
| Tourist SIM | Azercell, Bakcell and Nar sell SIMs at Baku airport and shops with a passport. Over 30 days, register your phone's IMEI and pay a fee. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Azercell, Bakcell, Nar |
| Monthly data plan | ₼15–30 ($8.8–17.7) |
| Blocked services | Major apps work; many independent and opposition news sites are blocked. VPNs are widely used. |
Coworking in Gabala
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in Central Asia & Caucasus
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Uzbekistan | 94 Mbps | 61 Mbps |
| Azerbaijan | 93 Mbps | 99 Mbps |
| Armenia | 90 Mbps | 76 Mbps |
| Kyrgyzstan | 89 Mbps | 52 Mbps |
| Kazakhstan | 88 Mbps | 88 Mbps |
| Georgia | 52 Mbps | 147 Mbps |
| Tajikistan | 49 Mbps | — |
| Turkmenistan | 2 Mbps | — |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Gabala?
Median fixed broadband in Azerbaijan is 93 Mbps and mobile is 99 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Hotel and café wifi is usually fine for basics; resorts can strain on busy weekends. No coworking.
Which SIM card should I get in Gabala?
Azercell, Bakcell and Nar sell SIMs at Baku airport and shops with a passport. Over 30 days, register your phone's IMEI and pay a fee.
Can I use an eSIM in Azerbaijan?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.