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Port your number in Russia

Looking to switch carriers in Russia? This guide covers the essential regulations and procedures for keeping your number while moving between MTS, MegaFon, Beeline and Tele2 Russia.

Technical Porting Process

1

Authorization & Submission

Subscriber applies to recipient operator; verification via passport; 8-day standard period for individuals; 29 days for legal entities

2

Centralized Validation

The migration is overseen by Roskomnadzor / Ministry of Digital Development using the Centralized DB; all operators must synchronize with CBDPN daily to ensure integrity between donor and recipient networks.

Regulatory Benchmarks

Mobile Porting SLA

8 days (mandated for individuals); can be faster by agreement

Max Service Outage

Service interruption typically < 3 hours

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Expert Guidance

CBDPN is the central source of truth for all ported numbers in Russia.

Common Questions

Is number porting possible in Russia?
Yes, Russia currently has Y status for number portability, covering Mobile (within territory); Fixed portability exists in select regions (e.g., Moscow, SPb) services.
How long will I be without service during the switch?
The maximum allowed service interruption is typically Service interruption typically < 3 hours, with the total process usually taking 8 days (mandated for individuals); can be faster by agreement.

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