A1 Belarus Speed Test - Mobile and Fiber

A1 Belarus is a telecommunications company serving 4.9 million mobile subscribers and 400,000 fixed network users. A1 is a subsidiary of A1 Telekom Austria Group and operates as the first mobile network launched in Belarus. The company offers mobile plans from BYN 15 per month and fixed broadband in select areas. Test your A1 connection to measure actual download, upload, and latency.

About A1 Belarus

A1 Belarus launched mobile services in 1999 under the brand name velcom and became Belarus's first mobile operator. In October 2007, A1 Telekom Austria Group acquired 70% of the company, followed by the remaining 30% in October 2010. In August 2019, the company rebranded from velcom to A1 Belarus to align with the parent group's unified branding.

A1 Belarus is headquartered in Minsk and operates one of Belarus's two mobile networks alongside MTS Belarus. The company also provides fixed broadband services to approximately 400,000 users, making it the second-largest fixed provider after Beltelecom.

A1 Belarus Plans and Services

A1 Belarus offers several internet plans across different technologies and price points.

A1 Belarus offers mobile plans under the Drive brand. Drive Start costs BYN 15 per month for 10 GB data and 300 minutes. Drive Active costs BYN 22 per month for 25 GB and 500 minutes. Drive Unlim costs BYN 30 per month for unlimited data and 700 minutes to other networks.

A1 also provides fixed broadband in select areas at speeds up to 100 Mbps. IPTV services are available as add-ons to fixed broadband. Tourist SIM cards cost BYN 10 for 5 GB data with 50 minutes on a 7-day plan. A1 operates on 4G LTE, 3G, and 2G frequencies including 800 MHz, 1800 MHz, and 2600 MHz bands.

A1 Belarus Internet Plans

Plan	Speed	Price	Features
Drive Start mobile	4G LTE	BYN 15/month	10 GB internet data 300 minutes to all networks No contract required 4G LTE speeds
Drive Active mobile	4G LTE	BYN 22/month	25 GB internet data 500 minutes to all networks Free A1 Video streaming No contract required
Drive Unlim mobile	4G LTE	BYN 30/month	Unlimited internet data 700 minutes to other networks Unlimited A1-to-A1 calls No contract required
Home Fiber 100 fiber	100 Mbps	BYN 35/month	100 Mbps download speed Unlimited data IPTV add-on available Router included

Prices and availability may vary by location. Contact A1 Belarus for current offers.

A1 Belarus Coverage by Region

A1 Belarus performance varies by location. Coverage density, local infrastructure, and network congestion affect speeds in each market.

Minsk

Coverage: Dense 4G LTE coverage. Fixed broadband available in many areas Typical: 30-60 Mbps on mobile 4G. 80-100 Mbps on fixed broadband Peak congestion: Moderate during evening peak hours

A1's strongest market. Best mobile and fixed infrastructure

Regional cities (Gomel, Brest, Vitebsk, Grodno, Mogilev)

Coverage: 4G available in city centers. 3G in suburban areas Typical: 20-45 Mbps on 4G. Fixed broadband where available Peak congestion: Low to moderate

Fixed broadband limited to select buildings in regional capitals

Small towns and villages

Coverage: 3G and 4G coverage varies. 2G as fallback Typical: 10-25 Mbps on 4G where available. 3-8 Mbps on 3G Peak congestion: Low

A1 rural coverage is less extensive than MTS in recently expanded villages

Is A1 Belarus Right for You?

Every provider has trade-offs. Here is how A1 Belarus performs based on real-world usage and customer feedback.

Strengths

First mobile operator in Belarus with mature network infrastructure
A1 Telekom Austria backing provides investment and technology upgrades
Unlimited data plan at BYN 30 per month is competitively priced
Fixed broadband available in addition to mobile. Dual-service provider
4G LTE coverage across major population centers
Tourist-friendly prepaid plans available at BYN 10

Weaknesses

Fixed broadband only available in select areas. Not nationwide
No 5G network yet. Limited to 4G LTE and below
Mobile data speeds can be inconsistent in rural areas
Customer support sometimes slower than MTS Belarus
Drive Unlim unlimited plan has fair usage limits on hotspot

Best For

Users who want both mobile and fixed broadband from one provider
Budget-conscious mobile users who need unlimited data at BYN 30
Tourists and visitors who need a short-term SIM card
Business customers who want A1 Telekom Austria group support

Not Ideal For

Users outside A1's fixed broadband coverage area
Customers who want 5G network access
Heavy tethering users. Hotspot data may be limited on unlimited plans
Rural users far from A1 tower infrastructure

How A1 Belarus Compares

Side-by-side comparison of A1 Belarus against major competitors in Belarus.

Competitor	Speed	Price	Coverage	Verdict
MTSBelarus	Comparable 4G LTE speeds in urban areas. MTS has slightly wider LTE-800 rural coverage.	A1 Drive Unlim at BYN 30 for unlimited. MTS comparable plans at similar prices. Differences are small.	Both cover major cities well. MTS recently expanded to 1,434 new villages with LTE-800. A1 coverage is slightly less in rural areas.	Choose A1 for combined mobile and fixed broadband. Choose MTS for slightly wider rural coverage.
Beltelecom	Beltelecom GPON fiber reaches 500 Mbps. A1 fixed broadband reaches 100 Mbps. A1 mobile averages 20-40 Mbps.	Beltelecom YASNA 100 at BYN 45 for 100 Mbps with TV. A1 Home Fiber 100 at BYN 35 without TV.	Beltelecom has nationwide fiber. A1 fixed broadband is limited to select areas.	Choose A1 for mobile service and select-area fixed broadband. Choose Beltelecom for nationwide fiber with TV.

Troubleshooting A1 Belarus Issues

Common A1 Belarus connection problems and how to fix them.

A1 Belarus mobile speeds are slower than expected

Cause: Congestion, poor signal, or connected to 3G instead of 4G.

Check if your phone shows 4G or 3G in the status bar
Move to an area with stronger signal. Try outdoors or near a window
Toggle airplane mode on and off to reconnect to a faster tower
Restart your phone to clear network issues
Check the A1 app or website for network maintenance in your area

A1 mobile data is not connecting at all

Cause: APN settings incorrect, data package expired, or SIM issue.

Verify mobile data is enabled in your phone settings
Check your remaining data balance in the A1 app
Set APN to a1.by for internet access
Restart your phone after changing APN settings
Visit an A1 service center if the SIM card may be damaged

A1 Belarus History

Key milestones in A1 Belarus development and network expansion.

1999

Launched as velcom, Belarus's first mobile network operator

2007

A1 Telekom Austria Group acquired 70% of the company

2010

A1 Telekom Austria acquired the remaining 30% for full ownership

2019

Rebranded from velcom to A1 Belarus in August to match parent group branding

2023

Continued 4G LTE network expansion across Belarus. Reached 4.9 million mobile subscribers

2025

Launched new Unlimited Internet packages with updated speed tiers starting April 2025

Test Your A1 Belarus Speed

Run a free speed test to check if A1 Belarus delivers the speeds you are paying for. Test during peak evening hours for the most realistic results. Compare your results against A1 Belarus advertised speeds above.

A1 Belarus Speed Test FAQ

Is A1 Belarus the same as velcom?

Yes, A1 Belarus and velcom are the same company. Belarus's first mobile operator launched in 1999 under the brand name velcom. After A1 Telekom Austria Group acquired full ownership, the company rebranded from velcom to A1 Belarus in August 2019. The rebrand aligned the Belarusian subsidiary with A1 Telekom Austria's unified branding across Central and Eastern Europe. All former velcom subscribers are now A1 Belarus customers.

How many subscribers does A1 Belarus have?

A1 Belarus provides mobile services to 4.9 million subscribers and fixed network services to approximately 400,000 users. This makes A1 one of the two major mobile operators in Belarus alongside MTS Belarus. The company has been operating since 1999 and is owned by A1 Telekom Austria Group, which is one of the largest telecommunications holdings in Central and Eastern Europe.

Does A1 Belarus offer home internet?

Yes, A1 Belarus offers fixed broadband services in select areas with speeds up to 100 Mbps. However, A1's fixed broadband coverage is limited compared to Beltelecom, which has nationwide fiber infrastructure. A1 serves approximately 400,000 fixed network users. IPTV services are available as add-ons. For users outside A1's fixed coverage area, mobile 4G LTE can serve as an alternative for home internet, especially on the Drive Unlim plan.

What is the cheapest A1 Belarus mobile plan?

The cheapest A1 Belarus plan is Drive Start at BYN 15 per month, which includes 10 GB of internet data and 300 minutes of calls to all networks. For tourists and short-term visitors, A1 offers a 7-day prepaid plan at BYN 10 with 5 GB data and 50 minutes. All A1 plans operate on 30-day billing cycles without contracts. Drive Active at BYN 22 and Drive Unlim at BYN 30 offer more data for users who need it.