“The application is good and the coverage depends on chosen supplier. Some suppliers are good, others need to be enhanced. The speed and coverage depends on the service provider and on the country infrastructure. Rate is acceptable.”

Dr J

Apr 3, 2026

thirr.com Russia

“I have bought 20 GB İnternet.
But not coming e mail to connect
”

Taşdemir

Feb 6, 2026

Roamify Russia

“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?

Over 100 travel eSIM providers are available for use in Russia, and there are more than 3 300 prepaid data plans. With such a broad selection, travelers will easily find a plan that fits their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Russia?

Unlimited data eSIM plans for travel in Russia are offered by several providers. Firsty supplies a free unlimited plan that includes advertisements and a strict speed limit of 256 kbps. The other providers—abesteSIM, Roamify, Yoho Mobile, Yesim, and FairPlay—also list unlimited data options that allow tethering, but note that speeds may be throttled and the maximum bandwidth is typically capped at 5 Mbps. The prices for these unlimited plans vary widely, with the lowest starting at zero dollars (Firsty) and the highest reaching about eighty‑three dollars and fifty‑one cents, so travelers can choose a plan that fits both budget and bandwidth expectations.

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 for use in Russia are available from several providers. GlobaleSIM offers plans with a +1 dialing code that support inbound and outbound voice calls and inbound SMS, while Earth Esim, Roamify and TravelKon provide plans with a +33 dialing code that support inbound and outbound voice and SMS. All of these numbers are from foreign dialing codes (the local Russian code is +7), so the phone number is not local to Russia. Prices for these plans start around $6.00 and can go up to about $104.00, with validity periods ranging from 7 days to 30 days.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Apr 21, 2026