“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?

In Russia, there are approximately 90 travel eSIM providers and around 2700 prepaid data plans available. With such a wide variety of options, travelers can easily find an eSIM that suits their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Russia?

The answer is yes – several eSIM providers offer unlimited data plans that can be used in Russia. The providers that currently list unlimited data options include Firsty, abesteSIM, Roamify, Yoho Mobile, Yesim, and FairPlay. These plans generally allow tethering, but many come with a speed limitation or throttling; for instance some are capped at 256 kbps or 5 Mbps, while others simply note that speeds may be throttled after traffic thresholds are reached. Prices vary widely, from as low as a few dollars for a single day plan (e.g., starting around $3.35) up to several hundred dollars for longer validity periods (up to a month), with most options falling between about $3 to $70 for 1‑30 day durations. Travelers should review each provider’s specific terms for the Russian network to ensure the speed limits and validity meet their 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 eSIMs that provide a phone number and SMS are available for Russia from GlobaleSIM, Roamify and TravelKon. These plans bundle data with telephony services, enabling voice calls and text messages for the duration of the validity period.

The phone numbers supplied are not local Russian numbers. GlobaleSIM uses numbers with the United States dialing code +1 and offers inbound and outbound voice calls with inbound SMS only. Roamify and TravelKon provide numbers with the French dialing code +33 and allow both inbound and outbound voice calls as well as inbound and outbound SMS. Validity runs from 7 to 30 days, and prices start at about $6 USD for the simplest GlobaleSIM packages and rise to roughly $30 USD for larger data bundles.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Mar 1, 2026