Where roam like at home works with a Ukrainian SIM

Does roam like at home work in Turkey with a Ukrainian SIM?

No, Turkey isn't in the EU. Kyivstar and Vodafone charge roaming; lifecell gives plan data by its «Гігабайти без кордонів» promotion on some plans until 31.12.2026. 1 GB with no bundle ≈ 450–700 ₴.

Does roam like at home work in Egypt?

No, with no operator. 1 GB with no bundle ≈ 450 ₴ (Kyivstar), 525 ₴ (Vodafone), 700 ₴ (lifecell).

Where does roam like at home work with a Ukrainian SIM?

By law in the 27 EU countries since 01.01.2026. Kyivstar adds United Kingdom, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Moldova.

Does it work in the UK, Switzerland, Norway?

It depends on the operator: see the country card above. Kyivstar counts the UK and Norway as home, Vodafone gives 10 GB by a promotion until 31.03.2027, lifecell by a promotion until 31.12.2026.

Does it work in Moldova?

There is no Ukraine–Moldova agreement; Kyivstar counts it as home, Vodafone and lifecell by promotions.

How many GB do I get in the EU?

Part of your plan's data, by the formula: plan price without taxes / (1.1 € × rate) × 2. A UAH 420 plan ≈ 12 GB at least. Check: Kyivstar *121#, lifecell *108*5#, My Vodafone.

What happens when the EU GB run out?

lifecell UAH 50 per GB, Kyivstar ≈ UAH 0.06 per MB, then spending limits.

Do I need to turn anything on?

No, it starts at the border. Vodafone prepaid: a bundle must be active.

Can they block me if I stay long in the EU?

Operators look at 4 months; if you're in the EU more than at home, a warning and after 14 days a surcharge. Holidays aren't affected.

Does it work on a ferry, cruise or plane?

No: that's a maritime, aviation or satellite network with its own expensive rates. Turn off «Data roaming» on board.

Why was I charged for roaming near a border?

The phone caught the neighbouring country's network; pick the network manually.

Does it work in Northern Cyprus, Åland, the Faroes?

No (Kyivstar explicitly excludes Northern Cyprus and Åland).

Do I need an eSIM in Poland or Czechia?

Usually not. It's worth it if your plan's EU data isn't enough (video, sharing with kids).