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Ukraine eSIM
A 5 GB Ukraine eSIM costs £5.99 for 30 days on Kyivstar, lifecell and Vodafone on 4G. Plans start at £3.99 for 1 GB. Delivered by email in seconds.
Bolt and Uklon rides, Telegram and Viber messages and maps are everyday tools in Kyiv, Lviv and Odesa, so your data plan needs to cover them. Here is how to choose the right amount of data for your trip to the Ukraine.
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- 3 networks: Kyivstar, lifecell, Vodafone
- Top up anytime
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Your Ukraine eSIM in two questions
How much data do I need for the Ukraine?
Match your trip length to a plan, then choose the use level that sounds most like your days.
- A short work trip to Kyiv: 1 GB a day for 3 days suits standard use, with messages, maps and a few rides.
- A fortnight visiting family in Lviv: 10 GB for 30 days suits standard use, so you can stay in touch with home throughout.
- A month-long work posting in Odesa: 20 GB for 30 days suits standard use, and 2 GB a day for 30 days suits heavy use.
- A trip that also takes in a neighbour: the Europe bundle for 35 countries covers the Ukraine too, so one eSIM can see you through both.
Most plans can be topped up, so you can add data later if your days turn out busier.
All 48 Ukraine 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 / €3.99 / $4.99 | £3.99 / €3.99 / $4.99 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99 | £1.66 / €1.66 / $2.00 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 30 days | £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99 | £1.66 / €1.66 / $2.00 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £5.99 / €6.99 / $7.99 | £1.20 / €1.40 / $1.60 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99 | £1.00 / €1.20 / $1.30 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £20.99 / €24.99 / $26.99 | £1.05 / €1.25 / $1.35 | Choose |
Networks your Ukraine eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins the strongest of these local networks automatically, wherever you are in the Ukraine.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Ukraine | Kyivstar, lifecell, Vodafone | 4G |
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 France or Netherlands or United Kingdom, so some sites may show that country
- Top up the same eSIM any time, no new QR code
Travelling further?
These eSIMs cover the Ukraine and more countries on one plan.
Will my eSIM have signal in the Ukraine?
Kyivstar, lifecell and Vodafone all carry your eSIM in the Ukraine, and your phone picks between them by itself, so there is nothing to set up. All three run on 4G rather than 5G.
Your data reaches the internet through France, the Netherlands or the United Kingdom. That is a normal setup for travel eSIMs, and the IP address guide explains more.
Daily plans slow to a fair use speed of 512 Kbps once you have used that day's allowance, so if you use a lot, a fixed plan is the safer pick.
How much data do you need in the Ukraine?
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 MB500 MB a day · 3 days · £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99
- Standard · about 2 GB1 GB a day · 3 days · £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99
- Heavy · about 5 GB2 GB a day · 3 days · £6.99 / €7.99 / $8.99
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB500 MB a day · 10 days · £4.49 / €5.49 / $5.99
- Standard · about 5 GB5 GB · 30 days · £5.99 / €6.99 / $7.99
- Heavy · about 13 GB2 GB a day · 7 days · £9.49 / €10.99 / $11.99
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB500 MB a day · 15 days · £5.99 / €6.99 / $7.99
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £8.49 / €10.49 / $10.99
- Heavy · about 25 GB2 GB a day · 15 days · £12.99 / €15.49 / $16.99
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB10 GB · 30 days · £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99
- Standard · about 21 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £15.49 / €18.49 / $19.99
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £25.49 / €30.49 / $33.49
How to set up your Ukraine 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 Kyivstar and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
Using your phone in the Ukraine: data tips
- Air alerts: Many visitors install the Air Alert app to get air-raid warnings, so add it before you travel.
- Arriving: Install your eSIM at home on Wi-Fi, then switch it on when you land. Turn on data roaming for the eSIM line so it connects. Connections run over Kyivstar, lifecell or Vodafone on 4G, as there is no 5G here.
- Getting around: Uber, Bolt and Uklon are the ride apps to use. After your daily allowance, speeds drop to 512 Kbps.
- Staying in touch: Telegram and Viber are the messaging apps to know. Your home number stays on for calls and texts, and you can see how to keep WhatsApp.
- Blocked services: Russian services such as VK and Yandex are blocked here. If a service won't load, an IP address in France, the Netherlands or the United Kingdom may help.
Ukraine eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for the Ukraine?
Ukraine eSIMs start at £3.99 for 1 GB over 7 days. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £5.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.
Which networks does the Ukraine eSIM use?
Your eSIM connects to Kyivstar, lifecell and Vodafone in the Ukraine. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.
When does my Ukraine eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in the Ukraine, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my Ukraine eSIM?
Yes. Most Ukraine 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?
Ukraine plans route your data through France, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Websites and apps may show that country's content; your speed and coverage in the Ukraine 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 Ukraine?
No, Ukraine's networks run on 4G rather than 5G, so your eSIM connects on 4G in Kyiv, Lviv and Odesa. That still covers maps, messages and booking a ride on the go.
How much data do I need for a week in Ukraine?
A light week of maps, messages and email in Ukraine needs about 1.8 GB. Add social media, music and some video and it's about 4.9 GB. Streaming or sharing a hotspot pushes a week to about 12.6 GB, so choose a bigger size if that's how you'll use it.
Can I book an Uber or Bolt in Kyiv with an eSIM?
Yes, as long as your eSIM's mobile data is switched on. Uber, Bolt and Uklon are the ride apps to know in Kyiv, Lviv and Odesa, and each one needs data to book a car.
Do Telegram and Viber work in Ukraine with an eSIM?
Yes, Telegram and Viber are the messaging apps used in Ukraine, so set both up before you fly. Your eSIM's mobile data carries them from Kyiv, Lviv or Odesa.
Are VK and Yandex blocked in Ukraine?
Yes, Russian services such as VK and Yandex are blocked in Ukraine, so don't plan to use them. Check which apps you rely on before you fly so nothing catches you out.
Is there an app for air-raid warnings in Ukraine?
Yes, many visitors install the Air Alert app to get air-raid warnings in Ukraine. It's worth adding it to your phone at home, so it's ready before you go.
Which eSIM covers Ukraine and the rest of Europe?
A Europe eSIM covers Ukraine as well, so one plan can carry you through a trip that also takes in other European countries. Pick the size that suits how long you stay.
Ready for the Ukraine?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.