Region in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
Internet in Hunza Valley: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Hunza Valley?
Median fixed broadband in Pakistan is 18 Mbps and mobile is 32 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Guesthouse wifi often works for messaging but not for video calls; SCO and Zong mobile data are patchy.
Getting online in Hunza Valley
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Few homes have fixed broadband; guesthouses use shared lines. |
| Cafés and coworking | Guesthouse wifi often works for messaging but not for video calls; SCO and Zong mobile data are patchy. |
| Outages | Frequent power and signal cuts; solar helps |
| Tourist SIM | Buy at operator franchises with your passport and a fingerprint check. Phones used with a local SIM need PTA registration for longer stays. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Jazz, Zong, Ufone |
| Monthly data plan | Rs1,000–2,500 ($3.6–9.0) |
| Blocked services | X was restored in May 2025; Bluesky and adult sites stay blocked. Mobile data is often suspended during protests and Muharram. |
Coworking in Hunza Valley
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in South Asia
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Nepal | 89 Mbps | — |
| Bangladesh | 71 Mbps | 39 Mbps |
| India | 64 Mbps | 128 Mbps |
| Sri Lanka | 37 Mbps | 59 Mbps |
| Pakistan | 18 Mbps | 32 Mbps |
| Afghanistan | 6 Mbps | 19 Mbps |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Hunza Valley?
Median fixed broadband in Pakistan is 18 Mbps and mobile is 32 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Guesthouse wifi often works for messaging but not for video calls; SCO and Zong mobile data are patchy.
Which SIM card should I get in Hunza Valley?
Buy at operator franchises with your passport and a fingerprint check. Phones used with a local SIM need PTA registration for longer stays.
Can I use an eSIM in Pakistan?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Pakistan
- Jazz
- Zong
- Ufone
- Pakistan Online Visa System (NADRA)
- Pakistan International Airlines
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 Spotted something out of date?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.