{"id":3545,"date":"2023-10-31T06:54:25","date_gmt":"2023-10-31T06:54:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/?page_id=3545"},"modified":"2023-12-01T02:49:52","modified_gmt":"2023-12-01T02:49:52","slug":"svo","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/airport-sim-card\/svo\/","title":{"rendered":"Getting a SIM Card at Sheremetyevo Airport (SVO) &#8211; Guide for Tourists"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Getting a local SIM card when you arrive at Sheremetyevo International Airport in Moscow can be very convenient for staying connected during your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about buying a SIM card at Sheremetyevo Airport.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/Sheremetyevo-Airport-SVO.jpg\" alt=\"Where to buy a SIM Card at Russia Sheremetyevo Airport (SVO)\" class=\"wp-image-3549\" srcset=\"https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/Sheremetyevo-Airport-SVO.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/Sheremetyevo-Airport-SVO-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/Sheremetyevo-Airport-SVO-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/Sheremetyevo-Airport-SVO-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/Sheremetyevo-Airport-SVO-510x340.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><div><div><a href=\"#i-where-to-buy-a-sim-card-at-sheremetyevo-airport\">I. Where to Buy a SIM Card at Sheremetyevo Airport<\/a><div><div><a href=\"#1-airport-kiosks-and-stores\">1. Airport Kiosks and Stores<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#2-supermarkets\">2. Supermarkets<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#3-vending-machines\">3. Vending Machines<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div><a href=\"#ii-sheremetyevo-airport-sim-card-options-and-costs\">II. Sheremetyevo Airport SIM Card Options and Costs<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#iii-what-you-need-to-prepare-for-getting-a-sim-card-at-sheremetyevo-airport\">III. What You Need to Prepare for Getting a SIM Card at Sheremetyevo Airport<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#iv-e-sim-as-an-alternative-to-sim-card-at-sheremetyevo-airport\">IV. eSIM as an Alternative to SIM Card at Sheremetyevo Airport<\/a><div><div><a href=\"#convenience\">Convenience<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#multi-sim-capabilities\">Multi SIM Capabilities<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#wifi-activation\">Wifi Activation<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div><a href=\"#v-fa-qs\">V. FAQs<\/a><div><div><a href=\"#faq-question-1698728156979\">How much data will I need for a one week trip?<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#faq-question-1698728161436\">Can I use my Russian SIM across the whole country?<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#faq-question-1698728174167\">Do I need to show my passport to buy a SIM card at Sheremetyevo Airport?<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#faq-question-1698728184845\">Can I use a SIM I bought elsewhere in Russia at Sheremetyevo airport?<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div><a href=\"#vi-final-words\">VI. Final words<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-where-to-buy-a-sim-card-at-sheremetyevo-airport\">I. Where to Buy a SIM Card at Sheremetyevo Airport<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"736\" height=\"503\" src=\"https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/SVO-Airport-maps.jpg\" alt=\"Buying SIM Cards at Russia SVO Airport -SVO Airport maps\" class=\"wp-image-3534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/SVO-Airport-maps.jpg 736w, https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/SVO-Airport-maps-300x205.jpg 300w, https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/SVO-Airport-maps-510x349.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">SVO Airport maps. Source: AirportGuide.com<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>There are several locations within Sheremetyevo Airport terminals where you can purchase SIM cards from major Russian carriers like MTS, Beeline, Megafon, and Tele2. Check <a href=\"https:\/\/www.svo.aero\/en\/map?terminal=all\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.svo.aero\/en\/map?terminal=all\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>SVO&#8217;s maps<\/em><\/a> before landing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-airport-kiosks-and-stores\">1. Airport Kiosks and Stores<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the arrival areas of Terminals D, E, and F, you&#8217;ll find kiosks and stores for MTS, Beeline, Megafon, and Tele2 where you can buy a SIM card package. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"631\" src=\"https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/MTS-Store-at-Sheremetyevo-Airport.jpg\" alt=\"Buying SIM Card at MTS Store at Sheremetyevo Airport\" class=\"wp-image-3547\" srcset=\"https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/MTS-Store-at-Sheremetyevo-Airport.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/MTS-Store-at-Sheremetyevo-Airport-300x189.jpg 300w, https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/MTS-Store-at-Sheremetyevo-Airport-768x485.jpg 768w, https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/MTS-Store-at-Sheremetyevo-Airport-510x322.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">MTS Store<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-supermarkets\">2. Supermarkets<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are small supermarkets in the public areas of Terminals D, E, and F where you can also buy SIM cards off the shelf. Look for the contactless SIM card packs from the major providers.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/Buying-SIM-Card-at-Supermarket-in-Sheremetyevo-Airport.jpg\" alt=\"Buying SIM Card at Supermarket in Sheremetyevo Airport\" class=\"wp-image-3548\" srcset=\"https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/Buying-SIM-Card-at-Supermarket-in-Sheremetyevo-Airport.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/Buying-SIM-Card-at-Supermarket-in-Sheremetyevo-Airport-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/Buying-SIM-Card-at-Supermarket-in-Sheremetyevo-Airport-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/Buying-SIM-Card-at-Supermarket-in-Sheremetyevo-Airport-510x383.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Supermarket<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-vending-machines\">3. Vending Machines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In some areas of the airport you&#8217;ll find vending machines that dispense SIM cards from various providers. These can be convenient if the kiosks are closed or crowded. However, the vending machine instructions will be in Russian so having the translation app ready on your phone can help.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/Vending-Machines-at-Sheremetyevo-Airport.jpg\" alt=\"Buying SIM Card at Vending Machines at Sheremetyevo Airport\" class=\"wp-image-3546\" width=\"837\" height=\"558\" srcset=\"https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/Vending-Machines-at-Sheremetyevo-Airport.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/Vending-Machines-at-Sheremetyevo-Airport-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/Vending-Machines-at-Sheremetyevo-Airport-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/Vending-Machines-at-Sheremetyevo-Airport-510x340.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 837px) 100vw, 837px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Vending Machines at Sheremetyevo Airport<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"gigago-block-background\"><em>Note: No matter which shop or kiosk you choose, be sure to compare prices and plans to find the best SIM option for your needs. Also have your passport ready as you&#8217;ll need to show it to activate the SIM card.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ii-sheremetyevo-airport-sim-card-options-and-costs\">II. Sheremetyevo Airport SIM Card Options and Costs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The main Russian mobile carriers &#8211; MTS, Beeline, Megafon, and Tele2 &#8211; all offer prepaid SIM cards packages at Sheremetyevo Airport. Here is an overview of what&#8217;s available and average costs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wpdt-c row wpDataTableContainerSimpleTable wpDataTables wpDataTablesWrapper\n\"\n    >\n        <table id=\"wpdtSimpleTable-6\"\n           style=\"border-collapse:collapse;\n                   border-spacing:0px;\"\n           class=\"wpdtSimpleTable wpDataTable\"\n           data-column=\"7\"\n           data-rows=\"6\"\n           data-wpID=\"6\"\n           data-responsive=\"0\"\n           data-has-header=\"0\">\n\n                    <tbody>        <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:13.550135501355%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Carrier                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:13.550135501355%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Product                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:13.550135501355%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Allowance                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:13.550135501355%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Validity                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"E1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"4\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:13.550135501355%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Cost (RUB)                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"F1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"5\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:13.550135501355%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Cost (USD)                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"G1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"6\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:18.69918699187%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Purchase Location                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        MTS                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Prepaid SIM                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        500MB Data                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        3 Days                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"E2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"4\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        300                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"F2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"5\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        ~$4                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"G2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"6\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Vending machines in arrivals                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Megafon                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Starter Pack                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        1GB Data, 200 Minutes                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        30 Days                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"E3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"4\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        400                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"F3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"5\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        ~$5                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"G3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"6\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Customer service desks                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Tele2                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Pay-As-You-Go SIM                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        No included allowance                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        N\/A                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"E4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"4\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        150                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"F4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"5\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        ~$2                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"G4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"6\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Small retailers near baggage claim                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Beeline                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Travel Pack                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        1GB Data                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        7 Days                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"E5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"4\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        550                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"F5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"5\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        ~$7                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"G5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"6\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Vending machines in arrivals                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Airport WiFi                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        SIM Rental                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Uncapped data                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        24 Hours                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"E6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"4\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        500                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"F6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"5\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        ~$6                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"G6\"\n                    data-col-index=\"6\"\n                    data-row-index=\"5\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Service desks near Arrivals exit                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                    <\/table>\n<\/div><style id='wpdt-custom-style-6'>\n.wpdt-bc-F5F2FB { background-color: #F5F2FB !important;}\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n\n<p>When purchasing your SIM, let the staff know how long you&#8217;re staying and how much data you&#8217;ll need to help select the best plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"iii-what-you-need-to-prepare-for-getting-a-sim-card-at-sheremetyevo-airport\">III. What You Need to Prepare for Getting a SIM Card at Sheremetyevo Airport<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To make the process of getting a SIM card at Sheremetyevo Airport as smooth as possible, here are a few tips on what to have ready:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Passport and Visa<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unlocked Phone<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cash in Rubles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prior SIM Card Removal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>With these preparation tips in mind, picking up a Sheremetyevo Airport SIM will be quick and easy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"iv-e-sim-as-an-alternative-to-sim-card-at-sheremetyevo-airport\">IV. eSIM as an Alternative to SIM Card at Sheremetyevo Airport<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to physical SIM cards, eSIM (embedded SIM that&#8217;s built into your phone) is a popular alternative for seamless connectivity. With an eSIM you can digitally download a mobile plan instead of inserting a plastic SIM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some benefits of using eSIM service at Sheremetyevo Airport:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"convenience\">Convenience<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With eSIM there&#8217;s no need to find a kiosk or shop to swap out SIM cards. You can activate a mobile plan remotely on your eSIM supported phone in advance of your arrival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"multi-sim-capabilities\">Multi SIM Capabilities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>eSIM allows you to have both your home SIM and a separate Russian SIM active simultaneously on dual SIM phones. This gives you the flexibility to receive calls and texts on both numbers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"wifi-activation\">Wifi Activation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don&#8217;t set up an eSIM plan in advance, you can use the airport&#8217;s wifi to download a Russian provider&#8217;s eSIM profile once you arrive at Sheremetyevo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Popular provider like GIGAGO offer global eSIM plans that work in 180+ countries including Russia. This lets you use the same eSIM data profile across multiple destinations. Let&#8217;s check their <a href=\"https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"17\">Russia eSIM<\/a> plans:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"946\" height=\"541\" src=\"https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/Russia-eSIM-best-plans.jpg\" alt=\"Russia eSIM best plans\" class=\"wp-image-3522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/Russia-eSIM-best-plans.jpg 946w, https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/Russia-eSIM-best-plans-300x172.jpg 300w, https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/Russia-eSIM-best-plans-768x439.jpg 768w, https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/10\/Russia-eSIM-best-plans-510x292.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 946px) 100vw, 946px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Russia eSIM Best Plans<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"gigago-block-border\"><em>Tips: While eSIM is not yet universally supported, having this option on newer phone models can maximize connectivity during your airport stay and trip in Russia. Check <a href=\"https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/esim-compatible-list\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"1687\">eSIM-compatible device list<\/a> before<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"v-fa-qs\">V. FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1698728156979\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How much data will I need for a one week trip?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>For most travelers, 5GB of data or more for a one week trip should be sufficient to cover maps, social media, texting etc while out and about in Russia.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1698728161436\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I use my Russian SIM across the whole country?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, the major provider SIMs will provide coverage in all regions of Russia, though some rural areas have more limited connectivity.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1698728174167\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Do I need to show my passport to buy a SIM card at Sheremetyevo Airport?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, you&#8217;ll need to provide your physical passport as proof of ID when purchasing and registering any Russian SIM.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1698728184845\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I use a SIM I bought elsewhere in Russia at Sheremetyevo airport?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, you can use any Russian SIM card on networks like Megafon, Beeline, MTS, Tele2 anywhere in the country including Sheremetyevo airport.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"vi-final-words\">VI. Final words<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In summary, purchasing a prepaid SIM card from major providers like MTS, Beeline, Megafon or Tele2 at kiosks in Sheremetyevo Airport arrival halls provides an excellent connectivity option for travelers to Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider activating <a href=\"https:\/\/russiaesim.com\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"17\">Russia eSIM<\/a> for staying connected during your time in Russia starting from your arrival at Sheremetyevo Airport.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Getting a local SIM card when you arrive at Sheremetyevo International Airport in Moscow can be very convenient for staying connected during your trip. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about buying a SIM card at Sheremetyevo Airport. I. 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