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VPNBW International Routes

Choose a destination first, then consider what you need to do. Browse example cities by region below, learn how connection types differ, and find guidance for choosing a route. Actual availability is shown in the client.

120+Countries covered
190+International routes
UnlimitedSimultaneous devices

This table is a regional and city selection guide, not a live status report. Test streaming access on the specific platform and content you want to use.

REGION INDEX

Browse by region, then check your service

Cities in the same country can be useful starting points for connection tests. The cities listed illustrate how to choose a location; they don't guarantee an identically named exit will always be available. Check the list shown after signing in.

Asia-Pacific / North America / Europe / Other regions

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Country or region Example city Connection type Streaming support
Asia-Pacific
Hong Kong SAR, ChinaHong KongInternational routeTest on the target platform
SingaporeSingaporeInternational routeTest on the target platform
JapanTokyoInternational routeTest on the target platform
JapanOsakaInternational routeTest on the target platform
South KoreaSeoulInternational routeTest on the target platform
TaiwanTaipeiInternational routeTest on the target platform
AustraliaSydneyInternational routeTest on the target platform
IndiaMumbaiInternational routeTest on the target platform
North America
United StatesLos AngelesInternational routeTest on the target platform
United StatesNew YorkInternational routeTest on the target platform
CanadaTorontoInternational routeTest on the target platform
CanadaVancouverInternational routeTest on the target platform
Europe
United KingdomLondonInternational routeTest on the target platform
NetherlandsAmsterdamInternational routeTest on the target platform
GermanyFrankfurtInternational routeTest on the target platform
FranceParisInternational routeTest on the target platform
SwitzerlandZurichInternational routeTest on the target platform
Other regions
United Arab EmiratesDubaiInternational routeTest on the target platform
BrazilSão PauloInternational routeTest on the target platform
South AfricaJohannesburgInternational routeTest on the target platform

“International route” is a general label used in this index; it does not confirm the underlying connection method for every city. Check the client for current city names and available exits, and test access on the service you plan to use.

For content or services in a particular region, choose a server in that country or region first. Then check whether the site loads, your account works, and playback or other tasks remain stable. A successful connection alone doesn't mean the target app is working properly.

ROUTE TYPES

Understand the route, then compare connection types

IEPL, relay, and direct routes describe common network configurations. The name alone doesn't tell you what the experience will be like. These are general descriptions, not claims about the connection method used by every route in the table.

IEPL routes

IEPL generally refers to an international Ethernet private line provided by a carrier. What matters isn't the “private line” label, but how the entry point, exit, and cross-border segment are arranged: traffic enters at an access point, follows a defined transmission path, and reaches the destination network through an exit. This differs from relying entirely on the public internet for each segment, but the end result for a particular website still depends on the exit network, destination site, and local connection quality.

These routes may be worth exploring for office or development tasks that require continuous data transfer or long-lived sessions. Cost is also a factor: dedicated transmission resources are generally more expensive than ordinary public internet paths, and a route name alone doesn't mean a plan includes them. Before choosing a plan, check the route labels in the client and the service details, then test with the apps you use.

Relay routes

A relay adds an access or forwarding step between your device and the final exit. You connect to an entry point first, then an intermediate network carries your traffic to an exit in the destination region. This separates the choice of local access from the choice of remote exit, and may offer a better combination when a direct path to the destination region isn't ideal. But extra steps don't automatically make a connection faster; every segment affects the overall result.

Relay routes can suit users who need an exit in a particular region and want to compare different access paths. Check connection stability first, then test how your target app responds; don't treat the route name as a speed rating. Resource and maintenance costs depend on how the entry and forwarding networks are set up, so “relay” alone doesn't indicate a standard price or fixed performance.

Direct routes

A direct route generally means your device reaches the target exit over an ordinary network path, without relying on a dedicated intermediate forwarding segment. The route is relatively straightforward to understand, making it a useful first option for checking whether a website, app, or account works in a particular region. Results can still depend on local carrier routing, inter-network connections, and the destination service; a shorter distance doesn't guarantee better access.

For everyday browsing or quick checks, a direct route can serve as a baseline. If performance varies noticeably at certain times, compare it with other routes actually available in the client. Direct routes usually use a simpler network setup, but the final cost depends on the service configuration; “direct” doesn't automatically mean cheaper or lower quality.

How to compare: First confirm which exit region your target service requires. Then check the route labels actually shown in the client. Finally, compare results using the same device, network, and task. Comparing tests from different times or websites can make changes on the destination site look like differences between routes.

USE CASES

Narrow down your options by what you need to do

Make sure your task works first, then compare the experience across regions. These suggestions are repeatable troubleshooting steps, not guarantees about the speed or compatibility of any route.

Browsing

Everyday browsing and research

Start with a region where the target website normally offers its service, rather than choosing the farthest location or the most unusual server name. After connecting, open sites you use regularly, then try searching, signing in, and navigating between pages. If the homepage loads but sign-in or images keep failing, test another exit. A single page may use several domains, so one successful load isn't enough to confirm the whole service works.

Frequently switching countries may trigger a website's own sign-in protections. Once you find a route that meets your everyday needs, consider keeping the exit region consistent. Compare alternatives when something goes wrong; there's no need to choose a new server every time you browse.

Streaming

Streaming and regional content

Choose an exit in the region where the content is available, then test it on the platform itself. Check whether the catalog appears, the title starts playing, and playback continues after you seek. A site loading doesn't mean all its content is available to your account; regional licensing, account details, and the platform's detection rules can all affect access.

The table doesn't label cities as consistently “supported” because platform policies and exit detection can change. If playback fails, first confirm the title is available in the region you're testing, then try another route in that region that's currently listed in the client. If several exits give the same result, also check the app cache and your account's region settings.

AI Tools

Web chat and developer APIs

First check any regional requirements for the tool, then test whether you can sign in, submit a prompt, and receive replies continuously. On the web, complete a full conversation to see whether the session stays active. For developer APIs, check in your own environment that requests return successfully, watch for timeouts, and confirm that interrupted long-running tasks can be retried as your workflow requires.

Developer tools may access websites, code hosting platforms, and API domains at the same time. Loading one page doesn't mean the entire workflow is connected. When comparing routes, test each part of your actual workflow instead of judging by how quickly the homepage loads. If a service requires an account to meet regional eligibility rules, choosing an exit doesn't override those rules.

Gaming

Game sign-in and ongoing sessions

Start with the region of the game server, then test sign-in, matchmaking, and an actual match in the same game. Gaming performance depends on more than the path between your device and the route entry point: the connection from the exit to the game server, the game's networking, and the stability of your local network all matter. A web speed test can't stand in for the in-game experience.

If you can sign in but can't join a match, check the game server status first, then compare other available exits in the same region. After changing routes, restart the game connection so it uses the new exit. Avoid switching repeatedly during a match; any interruption caused by switching could be mistaken for an ongoing route problem.

Work

Meetings, document collaboration, and remote work

For work, prioritize whether you can complete tasks reliably over time. Don't just open the meeting homepage: join a meeting, share a document, and work through a normal editing session. For remote desktop, check that input and screen updates remain responsive. Meeting platforms, work accounts, and shared files may use different service domains, so passing one test doesn't mean your whole work environment is ready.

If your organization restricts sign-ins by region, follow its access policies before choosing an exit. For workflows that rely on long-lived connections, note the region, client platform, target app, and local network type when a problem occurs. That information can help distinguish a route issue from an app-side fault. Client links for Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and Linux are available from the user panel. One subscription supports unlimited simultaneous devices, but it's still worth testing your usual tasks on each device.

CHECKLIST

After connecting, how can you tell it's working?

Choosing a route isn't about picking the most eye-catching name; it's about checking whether the exit region matches your task. This checklist works for first-time setup and for tracking down problems when an app stops working as expected.

VPNBW covers 120+ countries and 190+ routes. These figures describe the overall selection, not identical client options in every region at all times. Check what the user panel and client show when you connect.

Verify the exit

Select the target region in the client and connect. Then visit a trusted location-checking site to confirm the exit matches your selection. If it still shows your original network, first make sure the client is connected and the target app is using that connection.

Complete the task

Test sign-in, loading, and continued use on the actual website or app you need. For browsing, try a website; for streaming, play a video; for work, join a meeting or edit a document. What counts as “working” depends on the task.

Keep details you can reproduce

If the problem persists after switching routes, note the region, route name, device platform, target app, the action that failed, and any other exits you've tried. For further help, contact support through the user panel to reduce back-and-forth.

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