Once the visa is sorted and the flight is booked, the next question I get from almost every African heading to Russia — especially students settling in for a semester or longer — is some version of “how do I actually manage money once I land?” This is where T-Bank comes in, and in my…
Connecting and Using the Internet for Everyday Work in Russia (2026 Guide)
If you’re coming to Russia as a student, business traveller, or professional who still has to log in every day, this is probably the practical question sitting underneath all your other planning: will my internet actually work when I need it to? I get this one almost as often as the visa question, and honestly,…
Best eSIM for Russia in 2026: What Actually Works
Best eSIM for Russia in 2026: What Actually Works Quick answer: Yes, eSIMs work in Russia in 2026, but only a small number of international providers still cover the country, and every one of them is data-only, with no local phone number attached. The most reliable way to get online the moment you land is…
SIM card in Russia for Foreigners: The Full 2026 Registration Process
Most “how to get a SIM card in Russia” content online is written like it’s still 2023: walk into a kiosk, hand over your passport, walk out connected. That process doesn’t exist anymore. If you’re only in Russia for a week or two, the honest advice is: don’t bother with a local SIM at all,…