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REGIONS

International Routes by Region

These are example city and route-type combinations, not a complete route list, and availability may change. Suggested use cases are for guidance only and do not guarantee ongoing access to any specific website or content library.

Country or region, city, route type, streaming availability and suggested use
Country / Region	City	Route Type	Streaming Availability	Suggested Use
Asia-Pacific
Japan	Tokyo	IEPL	Verify on platform	Japanese anime and Japanese-language sites
Hong Kong	Hong Kong	Relay	Verify on platform	International sites and everyday browsing
Singapore	Singapore	IEPL	Verify on platform	AI tools and collaboration services
Japan	Osaka	Relay	Verify on platform	Japan-region content
South Korea	Seoul	Relay	Verify on platform	Korean-language sites and regional content
Australia	Sydney	Direct	Verify on platform	Local sites and work access
New Zealand	Auckland	Direct	Verify on platform	Local public websites
Malaysia	Kuala Lumpur	Relay	Verify on platform	Southeast Asia services
North America
United States	Los Angeles	Direct	Verify on platform	US-region content and video streaming
United States	Seattle	Relay	Verify on platform	Developer tools and international sites
United States	New York	Direct	Verify on platform	US East Coast services and work access
Canada	Toronto	Relay	Verify on platform	Canada-region websites
Europe
United Kingdom	London	Relay	Verify on platform	UK-region content
France	Paris	Direct	Verify on platform	French-language sites and regional services
Germany	Frankfurt	Relay	Verify on platform	European sites and developer collaboration
Netherlands	Amsterdam	Direct	Verify on platform	European public services
Italy	Milan	Direct	Verify on platform	Italy-region content
Spain	Madrid	Direct	Verify on platform	Spanish-language sites
Sweden	Stockholm	Relay	Verify on platform	Nordic services
Switzerland	Zurich	Direct	Verify on platform	Local sites and work access
Other Regions
Brazil	São Paulo	Relay	Verify on platform	South American services
Argentina	Buenos Aires	Direct	Verify on platform	Local websites and content
South Africa	Johannesburg	Relay	Verify on platform	African services
United Arab Emirates	Dubai	Relay	Verify on platform	Middle Eastern sites

The city indicates the exit region, not that your connection passes only through that city. On narrow screens, swipe horizontally to scroll the table. See all available routes in the user dashboard.

ROUTE TYPES

Understand Route Types, Then Compare the Experience

Route names describe how a connection is routed, not how well it performs. Even with the same exit region, results may vary depending on the entry point, carrier routing and destination website.

IEPL

A dedicated approach to cross-border transport

IEPL generally refers to an international Ethernet private line, using dedicated cross-border transmission resources to carry traffic. These resources typically cost more to procure and maintain than routes relying entirely on the public internet, and may suit use cases where consistent transmission matters. However, a private line does not mean every segment from your device to the destination website uses dedicated resources.

If you regularly join video calls, watch long-form video or need AI tools to stream responses, compare IEPL routes in the target region. Check your local network and the connection from the exit to the service as well. The IEPL label alone cannot predict final video quality, response times or account access.

Relay

Connect to an exit through an intermediate node

A relay route connects to an intermediate node first, which then connects to the destination exit. Its purpose is to shape the connection path, not simply add another location. If your local carrier has a poor route to an overseas exit, a well-matched relay may improve the connection. Results depend on how well the entry point and subsequent links work together.

Relay routes typically require additional servers and transmission resources, so their cost structure differs from direct routes. Compare them for everyday browsing, work collaboration and video using your actual tasks. If a relay route does not work well, try another route type in the same region; more hops do not automatically mean greater reliability.

Direct

Check the path from your local network to the exit

A direct route generally means the client connects to an overseas exit without an additional relay node configured by the service. It still passes through internet carrier equipment; it is not a physical straight line between your device and an overseas server. The path may be simpler, but performance can be more affected by local carrier routing and public network congestion.

Direct routes generally use a simpler resource setup and can serve as a comparison for public websites and region-specific services. Lower cost does not necessarily mean worse results, and a simpler path is not automatically faster. See the plans page for current prices; route types do not imply separate, unlisted pricing tiers.

CHOOSE BY TASK

Choose an Exit Region by Use Case

Start with the service’s requirements, then find a route that suits your local network. These tips explain how to compare options; they do not guarantee access to third-party platforms.

Everyday Browsing

Stick with a familiar region to avoid switching repeatedly

For international websites, research and common web apps, start with a nearby exit where the target site has no specific regional restrictions. Test sites you use regularly: check that all page assets load, sign-in sessions remain active and attachments download properly, rather than checking only whether the homepage appears.

Once you find a route that works, keep it as your everyday option. Switching regions often may prompt websites to verify your identity again or change your search results and page language. If something goes wrong, try another route in the same region before switching regions. This makes it easier to tell whether the issue comes from the route or the site's regional rules.

Streaming

Check the content catalog region, then test playback

For Japanese anime, first check the title’s regional availability on the platform, then compare Japan exits. Do the same for content from other regions. Location is only one factor platforms consider; account region, membership, app cache and network identification can also affect results. If you see a regional restriction message, repeatedly switching exits is not the only way to troubleshoot it.

Test playback by opening a title, seeking through it and watching for a while. Picture quality can vary with the source, device, membership and network conditions; opening a video page does not guarantee playback at your chosen quality. Read our guide to streaming quality and route selection, then compare connection types using the same title.

AI Tools

Check service regions and keep sessions consistent

Tools such as ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini each have their own service regions and account policies. Check the official requirements for the tool you want to use, then choose an exit in a permitted region. Whether Singapore, Japan or the United States is suitable depends on the tool’s current policies; route labels alone are not enough to decide.

When generating long responses, uploading files or using developer plugins, check whether requests complete without interruption. A page may load while a response still cuts off due to your local network, a long-lived connection, the service’s status or usage limits. Keeping a consistent exit can reduce network changes. For more setup guidance, see the complete AI guide. This service does not replace platform eligibility requirements or usage permissions.

Gaming

Match the game region; don’t judge by distance alone

Games have different connection requirements from web browsing. First check the game server region, the publisher’s network rules and whether the client permits the connection method, then consider an international route. An exit near the game server does not guarantee better carrier routing or in-game performance.

This page makes no promises of game-specific optimization. To compare routes, use the same game server and similar conditions, and check the in-game connection indicators. Pause large downloads and video streaming during the test. If you see a region-related sign-in prompt, matchmaking issues or a dropped session, follow the game’s official troubleshooting guidance instead of repeatedly switching regions and trying to sign in again.

Remote Work

Follow your organization’s policies and keep work routes consistent

Before accessing company collaboration tools, code repositories or online documents, confirm which network methods your organization allows. Some enterprise services require a specific corporate network, device certificate or access permission; a standard international route cannot replace these requirements. When handling work materials, follow your organization’s data policies rather than judging a setup only by whether a webpage loads.

If your organization permits it, keep a familiar exit and test meetings, file uploads and document saving separately. CiciVPN supports Windows / macOS / iOS / Android / Linux, with unlimited devices online at the same time. Keep an eye on your local network and data usage across devices; unlimited device connections do not change plan data limits.

BEFORE SWITCHING

Connection Checks Before Switching Routes

First identify where the problem occurs

If none of the routes connect, first check that your device can access the local network, your subscription is active and the client has imported the current subscription. If only one website is affected, check its service status, regional requirements and account messages first. Avoid repeatedly changing the entire configuration without enough information, as this can combine unrelated issues.

If one route in a region has a problem, keep the region the same and try another available route. Then repeat the same action on the same website, changing only one factor at a time. If your local Wi-Fi is unstable, troubleshoot the connection between your device and local network first; changing the overseas exit cannot fix that part of the connection.

Keep relevant details and ask for help

When requesting help, note your client platform, route name, target service and any error message. Hide account details and subscription information in screenshots, and never share your subscription URL publicly. Describe what you were doing in a user dashboard support ticket to help distinguish configuration imports, network connections and third-party platform rules. You can also check the Help Center for common connection issues.