IoT connectivity in the Philippines
Updated
In the Philippines, we have not yet found a reliable source on permanent roaming. Of the 2 mobile operators we track there, 0 have switched off 2G and 2 3G, as of 26 October 2026. Sources are listed below each table.
Permanent roaming
No reliable source found yet. See how we search in the permanent roaming guide.
2G and 3G shutdowns by operator
| Operator | Network | Status | Date | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Globe | 2G | No plan announced | none | thingsdata.com, newsbytes.ph Tracker (Feb 2026) lists a Globe 2G sunset as planned but with no date communicated. DICT (Oct 2025) is preparing a phased 2G transition with telcos. |
| Globe | 3G | Switched off | none | newsbytes.ph, korewireless.com DICT said in Oct 2025 that the three major telcos had shut down 3G (NTC final confirmation pending). Kore lists Globe 3G as finished without a date; no Globe date found. |
| Smart | 2G | No plan announced | none | thingsdata.com, newsbytes.ph Tracker (Feb 2026) lists a Smart 2G sunset as planned but with no date communicated. DICT (Oct 2025) said a phased 2G transition plan is being worked out with telcos; about 10 million 2G users remained. |
| Smart | 3G | Switched off | September 2025 | newsbytes.ph, korewireless.com DICT said in Oct 2025 that the three major telcos had shut down 3G, with NTC awaiting final confirmation. Kore lists Smart (PLDT group) 3G as finished, dated 30 Sep 2025. |
What it means for IoT devices in the Philippines
- 2G still runs on some networks, but plan new devices on 4G-based technologies (LTE Cat-1bis, LTE-M or NB-IoT where available): 2G is being closed across the region.
- 3G is already gone on 2 networks: devices that fall back to 3G will lose service there.
- Private delivery works the same from the Philippines: device data reaches your cloud over private links. See private delivery.
Other countries in Asia-Pacific
Full tables: permanent roaming rules by country and 2G and 3G shutdown dates.
Frequently asked questions
When is 2G switched off in the Philippines?
Status by operator, as of 26 October 2026. Globe: no shutdown plan announced; Smart: no shutdown plan announced.
When is 3G switched off in the Philippines?
Status by operator, as of 26 October 2026. Globe: switched off; Smart: switched off (2025-09).