“Awful. I don't know the reason but in 2 days the SIM just refused to connect to the network. After a week it connected again and worked fine for another 3 days but now it won't connect again. Awful experience, never experienced it with any other SIM card. Support is useless, and keeps asking the same questions over and over. I've purchased a SIM from another provider, and it's working fine.”

John

Nov 26, 2025

abesteSIM Russia

“They took my money and I didn't get the SIM card or the code.”

Raghad Saad

Aug 8, 2025

GoMoWorld Russia

“Very stupid support who don't want to help and their sim is not worked.”

You

Nov 8, 2024

Manet Travel Russia

“Superb and very fast communication via email. More than happy with their service. Initially, thought that my eSim was given for my home country (as I scanned the QR before I left). I was re-assured that it will work perfectly when I arrive to my destination (Russia) 10 days later - and indeed it did.”

manulike

Jul 5, 2024

GigSky Russia

“jaiajaje”

flendyyy

Apr 29, 2024

GlobaleSIM Russia

“I took it on a trip from two different operators. From 3h did not work in Georgia. Globalesim worked without problems in Russia, Armenia, Turkey, Georgia.”

V

Nov 12, 2021

Russia Travel eSIM FAQ

Everything you need to know about using eSIMs in Russia

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

Russia offers more than 130 travel eSIM providers and over 4300 prepaid data plans. This large selection gives travelers a wide variety of options to choose from, ensuring they can find an eSIM that fits their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Russia?

Several providers list unlimited‑data eSIM plans that work in Russia. Notable names include Roamify, abesteSIM, Yesim, EtravelSIM, eSIMX, and FairPlay. Prices range from around $3.50 for the briefest one‑day packages up to approximately $356 for the longest plans. Most of these unlimited options note that speed may be throttled, and a few of them allow tethering. Travelers should check the duration and any speed limits that apply to choose a plan that fits their usage needs.

What are the major mobile networks available for a travel eSIM in Russia?

In Russia, the primary Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) are:

MTS (Mobile TeleSystems): One of the largest mobile operators in Russia, offering extensive coverage and a wide range of services.
MegaFon: A major telecommunications provider known for its comprehensive network and diverse service offerings.
Beeline (PJSC VimpelCom): A significant player in the Russian mobile market, providing various mobile services across the country.
Tele2 Russia (Rostelecom): A competitive operator offering mobile services with a growing customer base.

In addition to these MNOs, Russia hosts several Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs). MVNOs provide mobile services by leasing access from major carriers. Notable examples include Yota, SberMobile, and Tinkoff Mobile. However, most travel eSIMs rely on MNO infrastructure rather than MVNOs.

Can I get a travel eSIM with a phone number and SMS for Russia?

Travel eSIM plans that include a phone number and SMS functionality are available for Russia from several providers, including GlobaleSIM, EtravelSIM, Earth Esim, Roamify, eSIMX, and RedEx eSIM. All of these plans offer voice inbound and outbound capabilities, and most also support SMS inbound and outbound. Each plan’s dialing code is listed in the dataset and none match Russia’s local code (+7) – the numbers are issued from other countries such as the United States (+1), the United Kingdom (+44), France (+33), and the Faroe Islands (+376) or the United Arab Emirates (+971).

Prices for these plans start around $6 for a 1 GB data allowance with a phone number and increase with higher data caps, larger validity periods, and additional features; some packages provide unlimited data. Validity periods range from a single day to 365 days, and many options support tethering. Travelers using these plans will receive a foreign phone number, not a local Russian number, but can make and receive calls and SMS with the provided number while in Russia.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Jul 10, 2026