Launch an MVNO › Aspiring MVNO
I Want to Launch an MVNO — No Licence Yet
MCX Launch Path takes aspiring operators from licence application through commercial launch in 12–14 weeks.
The Launch Programme
Four Stages from Concept to Commercial Operations
MCX Launch Path runs discovery, regulatory, and integration tracks in parallel to compress the timeline.
01
Discovery
Weeks 1–2- Tier selection and licence application strategy
- Use-case definition and subscriber-base sizing
- Commercial model (prepaid, postpaid, hybrid)
- Integration requirements assessment
02
Regulatory
Weeks 2–8 (overlapping)- NCC application preparation and submission
- NDPA registration process
- Host MNO commercial term negotiation support
- SIM registration compliance setup
03
Integration
Weeks 3–10- MCX Core provisioning and subscriber profile setup
- BSS configuration: tariff plans, charging rules, product catalogue
- MCX Activate deployment: KYC flow, SIM/eSIM provisioning
- UAT and end-to-end testing
04
Launch
Weeks 10–14- Go-live readiness assessment
- Soft launch with controlled subscriber base
- Commercial launch
- 90-day hypercare support period
Indicative Timelines
Typical Timelines by Audience
| MVNO type | Typical programme length | Primary timeline driver |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiring MVNO (no licence) | 12–16 weeks | NCC application processing time |
| Existing licensee | 8–12 weeks | Platform integration and UAT |
| Brand-led (mobile brand) | 12–20 weeks | Brand and distribution readiness |
| Tier 5 UVO | 16–20 weeks | RAN/core build scope and regulatory depth |
Frequently asked questions
Ready to start the licensing process?
Bring your business case to the scoping call. MCX will assess fit, recommend a tier, and outline the programme timeline.