The DriftEuropa eSIM plans for Ukraine shown on this page use Lifecell, Kyivstar, Vodafone Ukraine and offer 4G depending on the plan. Check each plan for its exact network, data allowance, validity and price before choosing. Available plans are fully refundable within 30 days as long as the eSIM has not been used on a network at the destination.
Kyivstar
Kyivstar offers Widest coverage and most reliable.
Plan share by operator
Share of the eSIM plans we sell for Ukraine, by underlying operator.
- Lifecell42%
- Kyivstar42%
- Vodafone Ukraine15%
Network at a glance
Lifecell and Kyivstar is the network most travellers lean on in Ukraine. Coverage here is 4G across the operators we carry; expect solid speeds in cities and lighter coverage off the main routes. On our Mobile Speed Index it scores 55, placing it mid-tier for regional speed. Median data price has held steady from $0.94 per GB in June 2026 to $0.94 in September 2026.
The operators behind our plans
Each network we carry in Ukraine, with who runs it and what generation it reaches.
Common questions
Which operator is best in Ukraine?
Lifecell and Kyivstar offers the widest reach for most travellers. Kyivstar offers Widest coverage and most reliable. Our eSIM plans run on the strongest available network, so you do not have to choose a SIM at the counter.
Does Ukraine have 5G?
Not on the plans we carry. Networks here run 4G, which is fine for maps, messaging and streaming in populated areas.
How much is a local SIM in Ukraine?
A tourist SIM bought on arrival typically runs $5 to 12. An eSIM skips the queue and the passport scan, and activates by QR code before you land.
How many operators power Ukraine eSIM plans?
We carry plans across 3 operators in Ukraine. The donut above shows how our catalogue splits between them.
How we read this
Plan share counts how many of the eSIM plans we sell for Ukraine run on each operator. It reflects catalogue depth, not subscriber market share. The top operator is the network we would hand a traveller who can pick only one.