Beltelecom Speed Test - Belarus Internet Speed

Beltelecom is the state-owned national telecommunications company of Belarus, serving approximately 3 million GPON fiber subscribers. Beltelecom is the dominant fixed broadband provider with the widest coverage across the country. YASNA bundle packages combine internet, ZALA television, and telephone services at speeds from 15 Mbps to 500 Mbps. Test your Beltelecom connection to measure actual performance.

About Beltelecom

Beltelecom is a state-owned enterprise headquartered in Minsk that operates Belarus's national fixed-line telecommunications infrastructure. The company holds a dominant position in the fixed broadband market with approximately 3 million GPON fiber subscribers as of mid-2024.

Beltelecom operates three consumer brands. Byfly handles broadband internet access. ZALA provides interactive television and video-on-demand. YASNA bundles internet, TV, and telephone into combined packages. By mid-2024, 95% of Beltelecom's fixed network subscribers had been migrated to the multi-service fiber network.

Beltelecom Plans and Services

Beltelecom offers several internet plans across different technologies and price points.

Beltelecom offers YASNA bundle packages for GPON fiber subscribers. YASNA Semeiny 15 provides 15/1 Mbps at BYN 38.50 per month. YASNA 100 delivers 100/50 Mbps at BYN 45 per month. YASNA 200 offers 200/100 Mbps at BYN 52 per month. YASNA 500 provides 500/100 Mbps at BYN 67.50 per month.

All YASNA packages include unlimited internet, digital TV channels through the ZALA platform, and telephone service. Standalone Byfly internet plans without TV and phone are also available at lower prices. ADSL service remains in areas not yet upgraded to GPON. Beltelecom also offers smart home surveillance as an add-on.

Beltelecom Internet Plans

Plan	Speed	Price	Features
YASNA Semeiny 15 fiber	15 Mbps	BYN 38.50/month	15/1 Mbps speeds Unlimited data GPON fiber connection ZALA TV and phone included
YASNA 100 fiber	100 Mbps	BYN 45/month	100/50 Mbps speeds Unlimited data Digital TV channels included GPON fiber connection
YASNA 200 fiber	200 Mbps	BYN 52/month	200/100 Mbps speeds Unlimited data TV and telephony bundle GPON fiber connection
YASNA 500 fiber	500 Mbps	BYN 67.50/month	500/100 Mbps speeds Unlimited data Premium TV and phone bundle GPON fiber connection

Prices and availability may vary by location. Contact Beltelecom for current offers.

Beltelecom Coverage by Region

Beltelecom performance varies by location. Coverage density, local infrastructure, and network congestion affect speeds in each market.

Minsk

Coverage: Full GPON fiber coverage. Densest infrastructure in the country Typical: 50-500 Mbps depending on plan. Average 50.8 Mbps download reported Peak congestion: Low to moderate on fiber connections

Minsk is home to 60% of Belarus internet users. First area for any network upgrades

Regional cities (Gomel, Brest, Vitebsk, Grodno, Mogilev)

Coverage: Strong GPON fiber coverage across all regional capitals Typical: 50-200 Mbps on fiber plans. ADSL at 10-20 Mbps where copper remains Peak congestion: Low on fiber. Moderate on ADSL during evening hours

Most neighborhoods have fiber. Some areas still awaiting ADSL-to-fiber upgrade

Towns and small settlements (50-100 inhabitants)

Coverage: 82.4% of small settlements have GPON fiber access as of 2024 Typical: 50-100 Mbps where fiber is available. 5-20 Mbps on ADSL Peak congestion: Low due to fewer users per fiber line

Belarus is a global leader in rural fiber deployment

Remote rural areas

Coverage: ADSL copper where fiber has not yet reached Typical: 10-20 Mbps on ADSL. Limited options beyond fiber and copper Peak congestion: Low

Remaining gaps targeted under the national fiber expansion program

Is Beltelecom Right for You?

Every provider has trade-offs. Here is how Beltelecom performs based on real-world usage and customer feedback.

Strengths

Widest fixed broadband coverage in Belarus including rural areas
82.4% of villages with 50-100 inhabitants have fiber access
YASNA bundles combine internet, TV, and phone at good value
State backing provides infrastructure investment and stability
95% of subscribers already on fiber as of mid-2024
Affordable pricing starting from BYN 38.50 per month for a full bundle

Weaknesses

State monopoly on fixed-line infrastructure limits competition
Maximum speed of 500 Mbps is lower than many European providers
Upload speeds are asymmetrical. 500 Mbps plan only offers 100 Mbps upload
Customer service can be slow due to legacy bureaucratic processes
No mobile service. Fixed broadband and landline only

Best For

Households that want internet, TV, and phone in one bundle
Rural residents who need fixed broadband. Beltelecom has the widest reach
Budget-conscious users who want affordable fiber packages
Users in smaller towns where Beltelecom is the only fiber option

Not Ideal For

Users who want speeds above 500 Mbps
Customers who need mobile service from the same provider
People who want symmetrical upload speeds for video conferencing
Users who prefer competitive pricing from multiple providers

How Beltelecom Compares

Side-by-side comparison of Beltelecom against major competitors in Belarus.

Competitor	Speed	Price	Coverage	Verdict
A1Belarus	Beltelecom GPON fiber reaches 500 Mbps. A1 Belarus 4G mobile averages 20-40 Mbps.	Beltelecom YASNA 100 at BYN 45 for 100 Mbps with TV and phone. A1 mobile plans start from BYN 10-15.	Beltelecom has the widest fixed broadband coverage. A1 has strong mobile coverage across Belarus.	Choose Beltelecom for home broadband and TV bundles. Choose A1 Belarus for mobile service.
MTSBelarus	Beltelecom fiber at 100-500 Mbps is faster than MTS mobile at 20-40 Mbps average.	Beltelecom YASNA 100 at BYN 45. MTS mobile data plans start from BYN 5-15.	Beltelecom has the widest fixed coverage including rural areas. MTS covers 93% of territory with 4G.	Choose Beltelecom for home fiber broadband. Choose MTS Belarus for mobile data.

Troubleshooting Beltelecom Issues

Common Beltelecom connection problems and how to fix them.

Beltelecom GPON fiber speeds are lower than the subscribed YASNA plan

Cause: WiFi interference, router limitations, or ADSL legacy connection.

Connect directly to the GPON terminal via Ethernet cable for a baseline test
Verify your plan tier in the Beltelecom personal account portal
Restart the optical terminal by unplugging for 30 seconds
Check if you are on fiber (GPON) or still on ADSL. ADSL is much slower
Contact Beltelecom support if wired tests consistently show low results

ZALA interactive television is not loading or buffering

Cause: Bandwidth congestion, ZALA box firmware, or account issue.

Restart the ZALA set-top box by unplugging for 30 seconds
Check that the Ethernet cable from the GPON terminal to the ZALA box is secure
Verify your YASNA subscription is active in the Beltelecom portal
Reduce other internet usage while streaming TV
Contact Beltelecom support for firmware updates if available

Beltelecom History

Key milestones in Beltelecom development and network expansion.

1995

Beltelecom established as the national telecommunications operator of Belarus

2005

Launched Byfly broadband internet brand for consumer internet access

2010

Began nationwide GPON fiber deployment to replace copper infrastructure

2015

Introduced YASNA combined service bundles for internet, TV, and phone

2022

Reached approximately 2.9 million GPON fiber subscribers by end of year

2024

Achieved 95% migration of fixed subscribers to the fiber network. 3 million GPON subscribers. 82.4% rural village fiber coverage

Test Your Beltelecom Speed

Run a free speed test to check if Beltelecom delivers the speeds you are paying for. Test during peak evening hours for the most realistic results. Compare your results against Beltelecom advertised speeds above.

Beltelecom Speed Test FAQ

Is Beltelecom the only fixed broadband provider in Belarus?

Beltelecom is the dominant fixed broadband provider in Belarus with approximately 3 million fiber subscribers. While it does not hold an absolute legal monopoly, Beltelecom owns the national fixed-line infrastructure. A1 Belarus offers some fixed broadband services to around 400,000 users, and smaller regional providers exist. However, Beltelecom is the only provider with nationwide fiber coverage reaching even small rural settlements.

What speeds does Beltelecom offer?

Beltelecom GPON fiber plans range from 15 Mbps to 500 Mbps through YASNA bundle packages. YASNA Semeiny 15 provides 15/1 Mbps at BYN 38.50 per month. YASNA 100 delivers 100/50 Mbps at BYN 45. YASNA 200 offers 200/100 Mbps at BYN 52. YASNA 500 provides 500/100 Mbps at BYN 67.50. All packages include unlimited data, ZALA digital television, and telephone service. Legacy ADSL connections in areas without fiber offer 5-20 Mbps.

What is the difference between Byfly, ZALA, and YASNA?

Byfly, ZALA, and YASNA are three brands operated by Beltelecom. Byfly is the broadband internet brand for standalone internet access. ZALA is the interactive television brand providing digital TV channels and video-on-demand. YASNA is the combined service brand that bundles Byfly internet, ZALA television, and telephone into a single subscription at a lower price than subscribing to each service separately. Most Beltelecom customers now use YASNA bundles.

Does Beltelecom have fiber in rural areas?

Yes, Beltelecom has achieved remarkable fiber coverage in rural Belarus. As of 2024, approximately 82.4% of small settlements with 50 to 100 inhabitants have access to GPON fiber broadband. This makes Belarus one of the global leaders in rural fiber deployment. The remaining areas are targeted under the national Digital Development program. Where fiber is not yet available, Beltelecom provides ADSL broadband over existing telephone copper lines at lower speeds.