Travel Guide

Traveling from Scandinavia to the Baltics and Russia: eSIM Guide

If you’re traveling from Scandinavia to the Baltics and Russia, staying online is essential for maps, payments, and logistics. This guide focuses on Latvia (Letland) and Russia (Rusland) and shows why eSIM is the most cost‑effective choice for travelers from Denmark and Norway who want to avoid roaming.

Below you’ll find practical advice, coverage context, and direct links to buy eSIM plans for each destination.

Latvia (Letland): how to stay connected

Latvia is in the EU, but EU roaming can still be expensive or limited depending on your home plan. An eSIM gives you predictable data costs and instant activation without swapping SIM cards.

  • Buy before you leave and activate in minutes.
  • Keep your main number for calls and SMS.
  • Use data immediately on arrival in Riga or coastal areas.
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Russia (Rusland): avoid high roaming costs

Roaming in Russia is typically costly for Scandinavia‑based plans. An eSIM keeps your budget under control with a prepaid data package and no bill surprises.

  • Prepaid data keeps costs predictable.
  • Instant activation once you arrive.
  • Ideal for navigation, messaging, and ride‑hailing.
Buy eSIM for Russia

Why eSIM is the cheapest option for Denmark and Norway

For travelers from Denmark and Norway, eSIM is typically the cheapest way to avoid roaming. You prepay for data, keep your local number active, and avoid roaming surcharges that can add up quickly on multi‑country trips.

  • Fixed cost: no unexpected roaming charges.
  • Keep your main SIM for calls and SMS.
  • Instant setup with a QR code.

Quick setup in 4 steps

  1. Choose your destination plan.
  2. Pay securely online.
  3. Scan the QR code to install the eSIM.
  4. Enjoy fast data in Latvia (Letland) or Russia (Rusland).