Installed the esim per instructions. Even at the Manas airport i already could NOT connect to the data/service. So i tried activating the esim in the Global Yo app (it is supposed to be automatically activated once I could connect but since I could not connect I thought I would need to activate it manually). Then I tried restarting my phone too but that didn’t work either.

It’s been a few hours and I’ve obviously left the airport now. Even within the city and town there is no service. Only managing to post this review using the guesthouse wifi.

Why sell a product that does not work, and customer service is not 24-7 available to help? I hope when Global Yo does reply I will be in a location that has wifi access to be able to read their reply.

Mar 23, 2024

Frequently Asked Questions

How many travel eSIM brands (providers) are available for use in Kyrgyz Republic (Kyrgyzstan), and how many prepaid data plans are there?

There are approximately 100 providers and about 2, 900 prepaid data plans available for use in Kyrgyz Republic (Kyrgyzstan). The extensive selection makes it easy for travelers to find an eSIM that suits their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Kyrgyz Republic (Kyrgyzstan)?

Limited data plans are available from several eSIM providers that cover Kyrgyzstan.
Providers that offer unlimited data include Yoho Mobile, Roamify, abesteSIM and Yesim. All of these plans allow tethering but may experience speed throttling; some specify an upper limit of 5 Mbps. The price ranges for these unlimited plans vary widely, from as low as $3.29 to as high as $449.07 USD for a 1‑to‑30‑day validity period. Travelers can compare the offerings from each provider to find a plan that fits both their budget and data needs.

What are the major mobile networks available for a travel eSIM in Kyrgyz Republic (Kyrgyzstan)?

In the Kyrgyz Republic (Kyrgyzstan), the primary Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) providing services suitable for travel eSIMs are:

O!: Operated by Nur Telecom LLC, O! is the largest mobile communication operator in Kyrgyzstan, offering services across GSM (2G), WCDMA/UMTS (3G), and LTE (4G) standards.
MegaCom: A state-owned telecommunications company, MegaCom provides mobile voice and data services with a focus on 2G, 3G, and 4G connectivity.
Beeline: Part of the Veon Group, Beeline Kyrgyzstan offers mobile voice and data services, emphasizing the expansion of their 4G and 4G+ (LTE) network infrastructure.

As of 2023, Kyrgyzstan does not have Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs).

Can I get a travel eSIM with a phone number and SMS for Kyrgyz Republic (Kyrgyzstan)?

Travel eSIM plans that include a phone number and inbound SMS are available for Kyrgyz Republic (Kyrgyzstan) through the provider GlobaleSIM. The plans offer data caps ranging from 1 GB to 20 GB and validity periods from 7 days to 30 days, with prices between $4.00 and $12.00. Each plan provides a phone number with the dialing code +1, which is the United States code, so the number is not a local Kyrgyz Republic (Kyrgyzstan) number. Telephony services include inbound and outbound voice calls, while SMS is supported only inbound.

Summarized by Gen AI. Last updated: December 15, 2025