Launch an MVNO › Existing Licensee
I Already Hold an NCC MVNO Licence
You have the licence. MCX provides the platform. Integration-to-launch typically runs 8–12 weeks.
Your Starting Position
What Holding a Licence Already Means
An existing NCC MVNO licence changes the programme in two important ways: the regulatory track is compressed, and MCX can begin platform integration immediately.
Regulatory track — compressed
NCC licence application is complete. The regulatory track shifts to ongoing compliance: NDPA registration, SIM registration flow setup, and lawful intercept configuration. This typically runs in parallel with platform integration.
Integration track — starts immediately
MCX Core provisioning, BSS configuration, and MCX Activate deployment begin in week one of the programme. Elapsed time is driven by use-case complexity and UAT depth rather than regulatory processing.
Commercial model locked earlier
With licensing known, commercial model decisions (prepaid/postpaid, tariff structures, SIM vs eSIM mix) are finalised in Discovery and drive the BSS configuration roadmap.
MVNO autonomy is immediate
As the licence holder, the MVNO has full responsibility for subscriber data, regulatory submissions, and commercial decisions from day one. MCX provides the operational platform that supports those obligations.
Operational Responsibilities
MCX vs MVNO — Ownership Split
| Function | MCX | MVNO |
|---|---|---|
| Core network operation | Owns and operates | Access via platform |
| BSS (billing, charging) | Operates and maintains | Configuration decisions |
| KYC and SIM registration | Platform and integration | Regulatory submissions |
| NCC licence compliance | Support and reporting tools | Licence holder obligations |
| Subscriber acquisition | None | Full ownership |
| Brand and marketing | None | Full ownership |
| Customer service | Technical escalation | First-line operations |
| Product pricing | Catalogue configuration | Commercial decisions |
Frequently asked questions
Ready to activate your licence?
Bring your licence documentation and commercial model to the scoping call. MCX will outline the integration plan and timeline.