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Brazil Mobile Cellular Subscriptions

– Mobile cellular subscriptions refer to subscriptions to a public mobile telephone service that provide access to the public switched telephone network (PSTN) using cellular technology.

Brazil Mobile Cellular SubscriptionsMillion · 2015–2024

2602402202002015: 257.8Peak2016: 244.12017: 221.32018: 209.42019: 202Trough2020: 205.82021: 219.72022: 212.92023: 213.32024: 216.120152017201920212024
Source: data.worldbank.orgLast updated: April 2026

What Brazil Mobile Cellular Subscriptions shows

Brazil Mobile Cellular Subscriptions was 216.1 Million in 2024, up 1.3% on 2023. Brazil’s mobile cellular subscription between 2015 and 2024 reflect a large and evolving telecommunications market characterized by fluctuations and gradual recovery. Subscription volumes declined from 257.81 million in 2015 to 216.08 million in 2024, influenced by market consolidation and regulatory changes.

Trend

Lower over the period

Brazil Mobile Cellular Subscriptions moved from 257.8 Million in 2015 to 216.1 Million in 2024 (−16.2%), an average of −1.9% a year. The series high was 257.8 Million in 2015 and the low 202 Million in 2019.

Volatility

A 21.6% peak-to-trough swing

The gap between the series high (2015) and low (2019) is 55.80 Million. The sharpest single-year move was −9.3% in 2017.

Structure

Ranks 6 of 33 countries covered

Among the 33 countries in this dataset, Brazil ranks 6 for 2024, behind China (1,870 Million) and India (1,150 Million). It accounts for 2.4% of the global total in 2024.

Full series

Brazil Mobile Cellular Subscriptions by year

Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Million.

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Brazil Mobile Cellular Subscriptions, 2015–2024, Million.
YearMillionChange vs prior year
2024 216.1 +1.3%
2023 213.3 +0.2%
2022 212.9 −3.1%
2021 219.7 +6.7%
2020 205.8 +1.9%
2019 Trough202 −3.5%
2018 209.4 −5.4%
2017 221.3 −9.3%
2016 244.1 −5.3%
2015Peak 257.8 —

Regional context

How Brazil compares in Latin America and Caribbean

Mobile Cellular Subscriptions by country, 2024, Million. Brazil is highlighted.

1Brazil
216.1
2Mexico
152.4
3Argentina
64.08
4Uruguay
4.93

About this indicator

Mobile Cellular Subscriptions — – Mobile cellular subscriptions refer to subscriptions to a public mobile telephone service that provide access to the public switched telephone network (PSTN) using cellular technology. It includes both postpaid subscriptions and active prepaid SIM cards that have been used within a specified period (typically the last three months).

Despite this, demand for mobile data services remains strong. The telecom sector continues to invest in infrastructure and digital transformation. Overall, the dataset highlights Brazil as a significant telecom market with long-term growth potential supported by digital adoption and population scale. This process of market optimization is a powerful testament to a nation that is refining its digital landscape for a new era of high-quality connectivity. The data reveals a society that remains deeply connected, where mobile technology is the primary gateway to the modern economy. Brazil’s commitment to building a resilient telecommunications network is evident in the ongoing investment in infrastructure and digital platforms. The dataset provides a fascinating look at a massive market in transition, where the focus is shifting from pure quantity to superior service quality. Brazil remains a dominant force in the global telecommunications landscape, with an insatiable appetite for digital innovation. The data underscores a nation that is perfectly positioned to lead the next wave of digital expansion in South America. With its vast population and growing digital economy, Brazil is poised to become a global leader in high-speed connectivity and digital service delivery. The dataset captures a nation that is actively engineering its digital future, establishing a resilient and high-velocity telecom landscape that serves as a blueprint for emerging markets around the world.

Indicator
Mobile Cellular Subscriptions
Country
Brazil
Region
Latin America and Caribbean
Unit
Million
Coverage
2015–2024, annual
Category
ICT & Media
Last updated
April 2026
Source
data.worldbank.org

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Frequently asked questions

What is Brazil Mobile Cellular Subscriptions?

Definition – Mobile cellular subscriptions refer to subscriptions to a public mobile telephone service that provide access to the public switched telephone network (PSTN) using cellular technology. It includes both postpaid subscriptions and active prepaid SIM cards that have been used within a specified period (typically the last three months). Inclusions – The data includes all active mobile cellular subscriptions offering voice communication services, covering both prepaid and postpaid accounts. It encompasses subscriptions across analogue and digital cellular technologies (including 2G, 3G, and 4G systems) and is compiled from telecom operators and regulatory authorities, typically aggregated at the national level. Exclusions – The data excludes subscriptions used solely for mobile data services such as USB modems or data cards, as well as private trunked mobile radio, radio paging, telepoint systems, and telemetry services. It also does not capture inactive SIM cards or non-voice-based mobile connectivity services.

What was Brazil Mobile Cellular Subscriptions in 2024?

Brazil Mobile Cellular Subscriptions was 216.1 Million in 2024, up 1.3% on 2023.

How has Brazil Mobile Cellular Subscriptions changed between 2015 and 2024?

Brazil Mobile Cellular Subscriptions moved from 257.8 Million in 2015 to 216.1 Million in 2024 (−16.2%), an average of −1.9% a year. The series high was 257.8 Million in 2015 and the low 202 Million in 2019.

Which year had the highest and lowest Brazil Mobile Cellular Subscriptions?

The highest value was 257.8 Million in 2015 and the lowest was 202 Million in 2019.

Where does the Brazil Mobile Cellular Subscriptions data come from?

The series is sourced from data.worldbank.org (https://data.worldbank.org/indicator/IT.CEL.SETS). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Million.

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