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International routes by region

The table below shows common exit regions to help you understand your options; it is not a live server list. Check the client for available cities, routes, and labels. Coverage figures do not mean every region is suited to every use case.

On smaller screens, scroll the table horizontally. The Streaming column explains how to verify access; it does not guarantee availability on any platform, in any catalog, or at any resolution.

Common regional exits
Country / Region	City	Route type	Streaming support
Asia-Pacific
Japan	Check the client for availability	International route; check the client for the specific type	Verify with the specific service
Singapore	Check the client for availability	International route; check the client for the specific type	Verify with the specific service
Hong Kong	Check the client for availability	International route; check the client for the specific type	Verify with the specific service
North America
United States	Check the client for availability	International route; check the client for the specific type	Verify with the specific service
Europe
France	Check the client for availability	International route; check the client for the specific type	Verify with the specific service
Germany	Check the client for availability	International route; check the client for the specific type	Verify with the specific service
Other
Check the client for other covered regions	Check the client for availability	Refer to the route labels shown in the client	Verify with the specific service

An exit region indicates where international traffic connects to the destination service; it does not describe the full transmission path. Your access network, entry point, intermediate relays, and the destination's service infrastructure can all affect performance. Even routes with the same region label may take different paths, so the region alone is not enough to tell which route is best for you.

Streaming access can also depend on your service account, content licensing, exit IP detection, and platform rules. Opening a website does not guarantee that your account can play the content you want, and successful playback once does not guarantee the same experience throughout a viewing session. The table's verification notes distinguish choosing a region from checking access to a specific service.

Session routing

Choose a route for each app

VPN56 split tunneling routes local traffic directly and international app traffic through international routes. Choose an exit region for apps that need one, while local websites keep their direct connection. This avoids routing all traffic through the same international session.

From app rules to access checks

Check the target app's routing rule, connect through a suitable international exit, then return to the app and verify the result. Consider the exit region and app rule together.

Identify the access you need
Local websites connect directly; international apps follow their split-tunneling rules.
Choose an international exit
Choose a route based on the target service's regional requirements.
Check the app
Start a new session and confirm sign-in, loading, and continued use.

For example, browsing local websites and using international work services can follow different routes. To check that the rules are working, open each app separately rather than relying only on the exit shown by your browser. Your browser and other apps may match different rules, so the browser's result does not represent all device traffic.

After switching exits, existing connections may continue using the previous session for a while. Save any work in progress, then reload the page or restart the app to help distinguish a lingering session from a new route issue. If the app still isn't using the expected exit, check its routing rule, system proxy permissions, and settings in other network tools first. See troubleshooting for steps.

How routing works

Dedicated, relayed, and direct routes

The following explains how common network paths work, where they may be useful, and what contributes to their cost. It does not mean VPN56 currently offers every type in every region. Check the client for available routes and their names.

Dedicated transmission path

IEPL: A closer look at the transmission segment

IEPL generally refers to an international Ethernet private line, using dedicated point-to-point transmission resources to connect different regions. It changes how traffic is carried along part of the route, not the destination website itself. Access still depends on your local network, the service entry point, and the destination, so an “IEPL” label alone cannot explain the performance of a complete connection.

These routes may suit users who care about sustained sessions, remote collaboration, and consistent transmission. Assess whether the route works well with your access network and target apps. The route name alone does not guarantee smooth performance at peak times, faster file transfers, or compatibility with every app.

Costs mainly come from dedicated transmission resources, access arrangements, and capacity maintenance, and typically differ from routes that use public networks directly. Cost differences do not imply that VPN56 plans are divided into dedicated-line tiers. Unless a plan clearly says otherwise, don't infer route availability from its price.

Via an entry point

Relayed routes: Separate the entry point from the international exit

A relayed route sends traffic to an entry point first, then forwards it to an international exit. The entry point and exit have different roles: the entry point receives the connection, while the exit connects to the destination service. This can make route selection more flexible, but means you need to consider the entry point, transmission segment, and exit together.

Evaluate relayed routes for everyday browsing, work, and use across multiple apps based on how they perform. If access through one region is unreliable, trying another available route in the same region may help identify the cause before changing regions. This depends on the client actually offering that option; don't infer the route structure from its name.

Relayed routes typically involve costs for entry resources, forwarding, and exit maintenance. An extra step does not necessarily mean a worse experience, just as fewer steps do not guarantee a smoother one. A more useful comparison is whether a session completes reliably on the same access network, in the same app, and under similar conditions.

Two meanings to distinguish

Direct connections: Local access and international direct routes are not the same

In split tunneling, “direct connection” means traffic to a destination uses a local network path rather than the selected international exit. It suits local websites and services that need to retain a local access environment. This direct connection is the result of a routing rule, not a regional server for international services.

When discussing route types, “international direct” usually means the client connects straight to an international exit without an additional relay entry point. It still relies on public network routing, so performance can vary with your access network and destination region. Check the client to see whether this type is available. Don't confuse “direct” in a split-tunneling rule with an international server.

Without an extra relay, resource and maintenance costs are usually structured differently, but that doesn't tell you a plan's price or speed. For everyday use, first check whether an app should use a local or international path, then compare exits. This helps avoid mistaking a split-tunneling configuration issue for a route issue.

Choose by use case

Choose an exit for your apps

First check whether a service requires a specific region, then see how the app performs over time. A nearby region can be a useful starting point, but it isn't a substitute for testing. Consider the region, route type, and target service together.

Everyday browsing

Route local and international traffic as needed

When browsing news, reading documents, or opening everyday websites, first check that split tunneling works as expected. Keep local websites on a direct connection and use an exit that works for international sites. If no specific region is required, try a common region and verify access without switching frequently. If text loads but images keep spinning, check whether related resources are matching different rules before changing routes.

Streaming

Check playback for the content's region

First check the content's licensed region and account requirements, then choose a matching exit. Opening the homepage, signing in, starting playback, and watching continuously are separate steps; check each one. If playback fails, note the error and distinguish regional restrictions, account entitlements, and network loading issues. Access to other websites does not mean a streaming service will work, and one successful playback session does not guarantee ongoing access to a catalog or resolution.

AI Tools

Consider regional rules and session continuity

AI tools often involve more than loading a webpage: you may need to sign in, submit content, receive a response, or process files. Review the tool's regional and account rules, then test the complete workflow. When using the tool, try to keep a suitable exit rather than switching during generation or upload. If only sign-in fails, also check your account status, browser session, and the tool's messages. Network acceleration cannot replace account eligibility.

Gaming

Check the server region and client rules first

A game's lobby, content updates, and live matches may use different connections. Check the game's permitted connection methods, then confirm that its app traffic follows the expected route. Reaching the lobby does not prove the route will work well for a match. This page does not guarantee compatibility with any specific game. If a game uses a specialized network method, check what the client supports rather than assuming browser results apply.

Remote work

Test collaboration workflows and save work before switching routes

For work, check the tasks you actually need to complete: company sign-in, document syncing, calls, and file transfers. Follow internal requirements if your company specifies a region or network environment. Running company network tools alongside this service can cause overlapping routes or proxy settings; check your configuration before proceeding. Save files and finish critical sessions before switching international exits to reduce reauthentication and sync interruptions.

Review your session

Check routing after connecting

Treat “connected” as the start of a check, not proof of access. Completing a real task in the app tells you more about whether the current route works than the route name alone.

Check the exit and target app separately

After connecting, use network diagnostics to check the exit shown for your browser, then verify access in the target app. Split tunneling can route apps and destinations differently, so the browser's result applies only to its own requests. If local websites and international apps behave differently, first check whether that matches your rules rather than treating every difference as a fault.

Keep troubleshooting conditions consistent

When something goes wrong, note the target app, exit region, error message, and where the issue occurs. Keep the app and access network the same while trying other routes available in the client. If the problem persists, check your local network and app settings. Change one thing at a time to see what makes a difference. Changing networks, exits, and rules all at once makes results difficult to compare.

If the issue affects only a specific app, see troubleshooting. For help, submit a support ticket through your user panel with your operating system, the route name shown in the client, when the issue occurred, and any error message. Before sharing screenshots, hide passwords, subscription details, and other account credentials. Never include your full subscription details in a support request.

Consider route choice and plan usage separately

Choosing a route determines your access path; choosing a plan depends on how much you browse, stream, and work. VPN56 offers monthly subscriptions and data packages. Monthly subscription data resets each month on the activation date; data packages remain valid until used and never expire. Check plan pricing for current prices and allowances. Don't infer extra fees or unlisted benefits from a route name.

This service supports unlimited devices online at the same time, but rules, system permissions, and app status may differ by device. No email address is required to create an account; use a username and password. VPN56 offers a 60-day no-questions-asked refund policy; see the refund policy for details. For your first setup, follow the setup guide, then check access in the target app.