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Belarus eSIM
A 5 GB Belarus eSIM costs £10.99 for 30 days on A1, life:) and MTS with 5G. Plans start at £3.99 for 1 GB. Delivered by email in seconds.
In Minsk, Yandex Go gets you a ride, and Telegram, Viber and WhatsApp carry your messages. Your eSIM helps all of these work on a trip to Belarus, so you can get on with your work or your visit.
- 5G and 4G
- 3 networks: A1, life:), MTS
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Belarus eSIM in two questions
Which Belarus eSIM plan do I need?
In Belarus, you'll likely spend your data on Yandex Go, messages and maps, so start with how many days you'll stay.
- A three-day business trip in Minsk: the 1 GB for 7 days plan suits light use: maps, messages and email.
- A week visiting family: the 5 GB for 30 days plan suits standard use: social media, music, some video and your messages.
- A fortnight working from a laptop: the 2 GB a day for 15 days plan suits heavy use, such as streaming and a hotspot for your laptop.
- A month-long work posting: the 20 GB for 30 days plan covers standard use, including maps and messages.
Most plans can be topped up, so if your stay changes, you can add more data.
All 42 Belarus eSIM plans
Prices include any taxes. Price per GB shown so you can compare at a glance.
| Data | Valid for | Price | Per GB | Top-up | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB · 7 days | £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99 | £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99 | Choose | ||
| 2 GB · 15 days | £4.99 / €5.99 / $5.99 | £2.50 / €3.00 / $3.00 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £6.99 / €7.99 / $8.99 | £2.33 / €2.66 / $3.00 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 30 days | £6.99 / €7.99 / $8.99 | £2.33 / €2.66 / $3.00 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £10.99 / €12.99 / $13.99 | £2.20 / €2.60 / $2.80 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £18.99 / €21.99 / $23.99 | £1.90 / €2.20 / $2.40 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £37.99 / €44.99 / $48.99 | £1.90 / €2.25 / $2.45 | Choose |
Networks your Belarus eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins the strongest of these local networks automatically, wherever you are in Belarus.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Belarus | A1, life:), MTS | 5G |
Good to know
- Data only: your own number keeps working for calls and texts
- Hotspot works where your phone and the network allow it
- Plans start when you first connect; install within 180 days
- Your data routes through United Kingdom, so some sites may show that country
- Top up the same eSIM any time, no new QR code
Will my eSIM have signal in Belarus?
Your eSIM joins A1, life:) or MTS in Belarus, and your phone picks one of them by itself, so there's nothing to set up. Look for 5G where it's on offer, and 4G where it isn't. Check the top of your screen to see which network you're on.
Your data reaches the internet through the United Kingdom, which is a normal setup for travel eSIMs. You can find out more on the IP address help page. On daily plans, your speed drops to 512 Kbps once you've used that day's allowance.
How much data do you need in Belarus?
Light: maps, messages, email (about 0.25 GB a day). Standard: plus social, music, some video (about 0.7 GB a day). Heavy: plus streaming, video calls, hotspot (about 1.8 GB a day).
3 days
- Light · about 800 MB1 GB · 7 days · £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99
- Standard · about 2 GB2 GB · 15 days · £4.99 / €5.99 / $5.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB500 MB a day · 15 days · £8.99 / €10.49 / $11.49
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB2 GB · 15 days · £4.99 / €5.99 / $5.99
- Standard · about 5 GB500 MB a day · 10 days · £6.49 / €7.99 / $8.49
- Heavy · about 13 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £13.49 / €15.99 / $17.49
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB500 MB a day · 15 days · £8.99 / €10.49 / $11.49
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £13.49 / €15.99 / $17.49
- Heavy · about 25 GB2 GB a day · 15 days · £24.49 / €29.49 / $31.99
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB500 MB a day · 30 days · £15.99 / €19.49 / $20.99
- Standard · about 21 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £25.99 / €31.49 / $33.99
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £48.99 / €58.49 / $63.49
How to set up your Belarus eSIM
Install at home
On Wi-Fi, tap Install on iPhone (iOS 17.4+), scan the QR code, or type the two codes from your email.
Switch on when you land
Turn on your eSIM line, choose it for mobile data and switch Data Roaming on for that line.
You're online
Your phone joins A1 and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
Using your phone in Belarus: arrival, rides and messages
- Landing at Minsk National (MSQ): Install your eSIM at home on Wi-Fi before you fly. When you land, switch it on and turn on data roaming for the eSIM line.
- Getting around: Yandex Go is the ride app to have on your phone. Use it to book a car, and use maps on mobile data to find your way. Keep your phone charged, too.
- Staying in touch: Telegram, Viber and WhatsApp are the messaging apps to know. Your home number stays on for calls and texts, and you can keep WhatsApp on your home number.
- Plans for your trip: Daily allowances, such as 1 GB a day, run for up to 30 days. Most plans can be topped up if your trip runs longer.
- Beyond Minsk: Your trip may take you to Brest, Grodno, Vitebsk or Gomel, so check your route before you set off.
Belarus eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for Belarus?
Belarus eSIMs start at £3.99 for 1 GB over 7 days. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £10.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.
Which networks does the Belarus eSIM use?
Your eSIM connects to A1, life:) and MTS in Belarus, with 5G where the network has it. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.
When does my Belarus eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Belarus, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my Belarus eSIM?
Yes. Most Belarus plans can be topped up from your eSIM page in two taps, with no new QR code. The plan table on this page shows which ones.
Why does my IP address show another country?
Belarus plans route your data through United Kingdom, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Websites and apps may show that country's content; your speed and coverage in Belarus are not affected.
Does it come with a phone number?
Every eSIMology plan is data only. Keep your own SIM switched on for calls and texts, and use WhatsApp, FaceTime or any calling app over your eSIM's data.
What if my plans change?
Cancel an eSIM you haven't installed within 30 days for a full refund to your card, in two taps from your eSIM page.
Is there 5G in Belarus?
Yes, Belarus has 5G as well as 4G. Whether you get 5G depends on your phone and the area you are in, so check your phone supports 5G before you travel.
What do I need to do before I land at Minsk National Airport (MSQ)?
Before you fly into Minsk National (MSQ), install your eSIM and turn on data roaming. Then check that your phone is using the eSIM line once you land.
Can I use Yandex Go in Belarus?
Yes, Yandex Go is the ride app used in Belarus. Book your ride with mobile data on, and keep your eSIM switched on as you move between Minsk, Brest, Grodno, Vitebsk and Gomel.
Can I use WhatsApp in Belarus?
Yes, WhatsApp, Telegram and Viber are all used in Belarus, so you can keep in touch with home. Messages, photos and maps all use mobile data, so keep an eye on your allowance.
Does my Belarus eSIM slow down after my daily allowance?
Yes, on a daily plan, data slows to 512 Kbps once you have used that day's allowance. Pick a daily allowance that suits how you use your phone, and keep an eye on busy days in Minsk.
Can I use my Belarus eSIM as a hotspot?
Yes, you can share your data as a hotspot, but it uses data quickly. Heavy use, which includes hotspot, is about 1.8 GB a day, so pick a plan with room for laptop work.
Ready for Belarus?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.