“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 and more than 3, 300 prepaid data plans are available for use in Russia, offering a wide variety of options that make it easy for travelers to find an eSIM that fits their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Russia?

Unlimited data eSIM options for Russia can be found with several providers. Firsty offers a 1‑day plan at no cost, but the connection is ad‑supported and speed may be throttled to 256 kbps. abesteSIM, Roamify, Yoho Mobile, Yesim, and FairPlay all provide unlimited data for 1 to 30 days; these plans typically include tethering and allow 5 G connectivity, though speeds may be throttled, with standard limits around 5 Mbps for most providers. The price range for these unlimited plans spans from free with Firsty to about $81.80 USD with Yoho Mobile, while other providers generally fall between $3.50 and $57.60 USD. Travelers should review the specific speed and throttling details of each plan and choose the one that fits their data usage 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 provide a phone number and SMS support for Russia are available from several providers, including GlobaleSIM, Roamify, Earth Esim and TravelKon. These plans offer inbound and outbound voice calls and inbound SMS, and some also allow outbound SMS. The phone numbers used come with foreign dialing codes: GlobaleSIM uses +1 (the North American code) while Roamify, Earth Esim and TravelKon use +33 (the French code). Because of the foreign dialing code, the numbers are not local Russian numbers.

Prices for these plans start at about $6 for a 1GB 7‑day option and can reach roughly $67 for a 20GB 30‑day plan. Validity ranges from 7 days to 30 days. Travelers who need a local Russian number would need to look for other solutions, but the plans above do provide a phone number and SMS capability while in Russia.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Apr 7, 2026