Guyana Internet Speed Test - Fiber & 5G Networks

Fiber Broadband

Two submarine cable systems provide international connectivity for Guyana. The Suriname-Guyana Submarine Cable System activated in 2010, giving Guyana its first fiber link to the global internet via Trinidad.

Deep Blue One, a 2,000-km subsea system built by Digicel and Orange, went live in 2024 connecting Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, and Trinidad and Tobago. Deep Blue One delivers up to 12 terabits per second per fiber pair and interconnects with other regional backbones, dramatically expanding international capacity.

Domestic fiber expanded rapidly through competitive deployment. ONE Communications deployed fiber to reach 170,000 homes and business establishments by 2025, covering 75% of all premises. The operator prioritized expansion from Georgetown's West Side, East Coast Demerara to Berbice, and down East Bank Demerara to Linden.

E-Networks extended its fiber-optic backbone to Berbice, Linden, and Essequibo within 18 months, deploying the first submarine fiber-optic cable to Essequibo. This created the largest fiber-optic backbone in the country.

Digicel deployed FibreX fiber in select Georgetown neighborhoods offering speeds starting at 250 Mbps. Two-thirds of Guyanese households now have fiber access, up from minimal coverage before 2020.

Mobile Networks

5G networks launched in Georgetown and major towns. E-Networks deployed Guyana's first 5G mobile network in 2022, delivering average download speeds of 75 Mbps. The network offers unlimited talk, text, and data packages.

4G LTE networks cover over 85% of the population from all three major operators. Fixed wireless access using 5G and LTE technology connects neighborhoods and rural areas where fiber deployment remains economically challenging or physically difficult due to terrain and population density.

Urban Areas

Georgetown and the coastal region between Georgetown and New Amsterdam hold the strongest internet infrastructure with fiber choices from ONE Communications, E-Networks, and Digicel. Fixed broadband speeds in Georgetown average 100-150 Mbps on fiber connections. Over 85% of urban households report internet access.

Residents choose from fiber plans ranging from 50 Mbps entry tiers to 250 Mbps on Digicel FibreX and up to 1 Gbps on ONE Communications. 5G coverage from E-Networks spans the capital. Urban areas enjoy consistent speeds for remote work, streaming, and business applications.

Berbice and Linden regions show moderate connectivity with average speeds of 30-50 Mbps. E-Networks deployed fiber-optic backbone to both regions within 18 months of expansion starting in 2020. ONE Communications prioritized Berbice and Linden in its 75% national coverage target.

Fiber availability exists in town centers but thins in surrounding areas. Fixed wireless and mobile broadband provide primary connectivity outside main commercial zones.

Rural Areas

Rural and interior regions face a sharp digital divide. Only 27% of Guyanese live in urban centers like Georgetown, while 73% live in small towns, villages, and rural communities scattered across vast landscape. E-Networks aims to ensure all areas access the same services at the same price point as Georgetown, bridging the urban-rural gap.

However, fiber remains absent in most rural areas. Operators use wireless broadband via 4G LTE or proprietary systems to serve neighborhoods and rural districts where laying fiber is difficult. In remote Amerindian villages, solar-powered computer hubs connected via Starlink provide connectivity.

Low population density and challenging terrain reduce financial incentives for private operators. The government prioritizes digital transformation to support economic growth from oil sector revenue, though significant disparities persist between coastal and interior regions.

ONE Communications, formerly GTT and rebranded in September 2024, dominates as the former state-owned incumbent with 54% market share of internet subscriptions.

ONE operates the largest fiber network covering 170,000 homes and business establishments, reaching 75% of all premises by end of 2025. The operator serves over 300,000 subscribers across fixed and mobile services. ONE Fibre offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds of 25 Mbps.

The company deployed DSL networks before transitioning to fiber-first strategy from 2019 onward. ONE prioritized expansion from Georgetown to Berbice and Linden. Commercial offices operate in Retrieve, Linden and New Amsterdam, Berbice. The operator benefits from decades-old infrastructure and nationwide coverage.

E-Networks

E-Networks operates the country's largest fiber-optic backbone spanning Georgetown, Berbice, Linden, and Essequibo after aggressive post-2020 expansion. E-Networks deployed the first submarine fiber-optic cable to Essequibo region.

The operator

The operator launched Guyana's first 5G mobile network in 2022, delivering average download speeds of 75 Mbps and offering unlimited talk, text, and data packages.

E-Networks recorded the fastest mobile internet speeds in Guyana in 2025. The company focuses on price parity across regions, ensuring Georgetown rates apply to Berbice and interior zones. E-Networks competes through network quality and rural expansion.

Digicel Guyana

Digicel Guyana holds 12% market share primarily through mobile data users. Digicel entered the fixed broadband market with FibreX service offering speeds starting at 250 Mbps, the fastest advertised residential fiber in Guyana.

FibreX

FibreX is available in Georgetown neighborhoods including Kingston, Wortmanville, Thomas Lands, Lodge, and North Cummingsburg. Coverage remains limited compared to ONE and E-Networks.

Digicel built the Deep Blue One submarine cable in partnership with Orange, landing in 2024 with 12 terabits per fiber pair capacity. This positions Digicel for future network expansion. The operator targets urban markets with premium speeds.

Starlink satellite service recorded the fastest average speeds in Guyana at 112.2 Mbps download in 2025. Coverage reaches remote areas without fiber or cellular connectivity. Early adopters use Starlink primarily in Georgetown and rural locations. High equipment costs limit mass adoption. Starlink fills gaps in remote Amerindian villages through solar-powered installations.

Affordability

Internet costs a moderate portion of Guyanese household income adjusted for purchasing power. The average household earns approximately GYD 150,000-200,000 monthly in 2025. Fixed broadband represents 4-6% of household income, comparable to Caribbean neighbors when adjusted for local purchasing power.

Fiber entry plans start at GYD 8,000-10,000 per month for 50 Mbps from major operators. Mid-tier plans at GYD 12,000-18,000 monthly provide 100-150 Mbps. Premium fiber reaches 250 Mbps on Digicel FibreX for GYD 20,000-25,000 monthly.

Contract and Fees

ONE Communications offers 1 Gbps plans for GYD 30,000-40,000 monthly targeting business users and affluent households. Installation fees typically run GYD 5,000-10,000 including equipment. Promotional rates often waive installation for contract commitments.

Mobile Data Pricing

Mobile data offers lower entry points. Prepaid SIM cards cost GYD 500-1,000. Data plans start at GYD 1,000 for smaller bundles with options for larger volumes at higher prices. E-Networks offers unlimited talk, text, and data on 5G network for GYD 8,000-12,000 monthly.

Pay-per-GB rates average GYD 500-800 per gigabyte. Prepaid plans range from GYD 1,000 for 1GB to GYD 5,000 for 10GB. Unlimited mobile plans cost GYD 10,000-15,000 monthly.

Affordability

As of 2023, 1.22% of average income is needed to cover a low-consumption internet basket using at least 3G technology, making Guyana relatively affordable compared to global standards. Pricing remains stable in GYD with operators competing on speed and coverage rather than price cuts.

Contract and Fees

Always verify actual speeds at your specific address before committing to long-term contracts, as performance varies by location and time of day.

5G Rollout

5G deployment launched in 2022 when E-Networks activated Guyana's first 5G mobile network. The network delivers average download speeds of 75 Mbps, the fastest mobile internet in Guyana in 2025. E-Networks offers unlimited talk, text, and data packages on 5G. Coverage concentrates in Georgetown and major coastal towns.

Fiber Deployment

Expansion plans target 90% population coverage by 2027. Early adoption focuses on fixed wireless home internet and mobile data rather than 5G smartphones, as handsets remain expensive for most Guyanese. ONE Communications and Digicel plan 5G launches to compete with E-Networks. Fiber-to-the-home expanded through competitive deployment by ONE Communications, E-Networks, and Digicel.

ONE leads with 170,000 homes and businesses reached, covering 75% of all premises by end of 2025. E-Networks operates the largest fiber-optic backbone spanning Georgetown, Berbice, Linden, and Essequibo with the first submarine cable to Essequibo.

Digicel offers the fastest residential speeds starting at 250 Mbps on FibreX in select Georgetown neighborhoods. Two-thirds of households now connect via fiber networks, up from minimal penetration before 2020. Fiber concentration remains highest in Georgetown and coastal urban centers.

Deep Blue One submarine cable landed in 2024, transforming international connectivity. Built by Digicel and Orange, the 2,000-km system delivers up to 12 terabits per second per fiber pair connecting Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, and Trinidad and Tobago. This positions Guyana as a potential regional digital hub.

Combined with the earlier Suriname-Guyana Submarine Cable System from 2010, Guyana now has redundant international paths.

Mobile-first internet use dominates consumer behavior. Smartphone penetration exceeds 70%. E-commerce, digital payments, social media, and content consumption run primarily through mobile devices. The government prioritizes digital transformation initiatives to support oil sector economic growth.

Satellite and Emerging

Starlink satellite fills gaps in remote areas without fiber or cellular coverage, though high equipment costs limit mass adoption. Fixed wireless access emerged as the key technology for connecting neighborhoods and rural communities where fiber deployment remains economically challenging.