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Telegram Ads CPM by Country: Complete Price Guide (2026)

Telegram Ads costs vary dramatically by country. CIS markets (Russia, Kazakhstan) offer the lowest CPMs at $0.80-$1.50, while premium markets like UAE and Singapore reach $3.50-$5.00. India, the largest Telegram market with 104M users, averages $1.20-$2.50 CPM. This guide covers CPM rates, audience sizes, and advertising strategies for 30+ countries based on ADSLY platform data.

CPM Rates by Region

Based on ADSLY platform data. CPM values represent averages across all niches within each market. Actual CPM varies by vertical, targeting precision, and competition.

CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States)

CountryTG UsersAvg CPM (TON)Avg CPM (Euro)Top VerticalsBest Cabinet
Russia34.4M$0.80€1.50All verticalsEuro (geo)
Kazakhstan10M$0.90€1.60Crypto, EducationEuro
Ukraine8M$0.75€1.40IT, EducationEuro
Uzbekistan5M$0.70€1.30eCommerce, EducationTON

South Asia

CountryTG UsersAvg CPM (TON)Avg CPM (Euro)Top VerticalsBest Cabinet
India104M$1.20€1.80Crypto, Tech, EducationTON
Pakistan8M$1.00Crypto, NewsTON
Bangladesh5M$0.90Education, eCommerceTON

Southeast Asia

CountryTG UsersAvg CPM (TON)Avg CPM (Euro)Top VerticalsBest Cabinet
Indonesia27.2M$1.00€1.60Crypto, GamingTON
Philippines5M$1.10Crypto, eCommerceTON
Malaysia5M$1.30€1.80Crypto, FintechTON
Thailand4M$1.20Crypto, TravelTON
Vietnam4M$1.10Crypto, GamingTON
Singapore2M$3.50€4.00Fintech, SaaSEuro

Middle East & North Africa

CountryTG UsersAvg CPM (TON)Avg CPM (Euro)Top VerticalsBest Cabinet
UAE8M$3.50€4.00Crypto, Finance, Real EstateEuro
Saudi Arabia6M$3.00€3.50Crypto, eCommerceEuro
Iran50M$0.60News, EducationTON
Egypt5M$0.80€1.40Education, eCommerceTON

Americas

CountryTG UsersAvg CPM (TON)Avg CPM (Euro)Top VerticalsBest Cabinet
USA15M$2.80€3.00Crypto, SaaS, FinanceEuro
Brazil20M$1.50€2.00Crypto, eCommerceTON
Argentina5M$1.20€1.60CryptoTON
Mexico4M$1.30€1.80eCommerce, EducationTON

Europe

CountryTG UsersAvg CPM (TON)Avg CPM (Euro)Top VerticalsBest Cabinet
Germany8M$2.50€2.80SaaS, FintechEuro
UK10M$2.80€3.00Crypto, Fintech, SaaSEuro
France5M$2.20€2.50SaaS, EducationEuro
Spain4M$2.00€2.20eCommerce, TravelEuro
Turkey15M$1.00€1.60Crypto, eCommerceTON

Africa

CountryTG UsersAvg CPM (TON)Avg CPM (Euro)Top VerticalsBest Cabinet
Nigeria8M$0.80Crypto, FintechTON
South Africa3M$1.50€2.00Crypto, FinanceTON
Ethiopia3M$0.50EducationTON

Cheapest Telegram Ads Markets (Under $1 CPM)

1. Ethiopia (~$0.50) — smallest but cheapest market. Limited advertiser tools.

2. Iran (~$0.60) — 50M users but limited payment options and Euro targeting.

3. Uzbekistan (~$0.70) — growing CIS market with eCommerce opportunity.

4. Ukraine (~$0.75) — strong tech and IT audience. Euro geo targeting available.

5. Russia (~$0.80) / Nigeria (~$0.80) — largest CIS and African markets respectively.

Most Expensive Markets (Over $3 CPM)

1. UAE (~$3.50) — premium crypto, finance, and real estate audience with high spending power.

2. Singapore (~$3.50) — high-value fintech and SaaS hub.

3. Saudi Arabia (~$3.00) — growing market with premium spending power.

4. USA (~$2.80) / UK (~$2.80) — competitive Western markets, crypto and SaaS focused.

How to Choose Markets for Your Campaign

Low budget testing ($500-$2,000): Start in CIS or SEA markets ($0.50-$1.50 CPM). Maximum impressions per dollar.

Crypto/DeFi projects: India (104M users), Indonesia, UAE, Nigeria — strong crypto communities.

B2B SaaS: USA, UK, Germany, Singapore — higher CPM but qualified business audience.

Consumer eCommerce: Brazil, Turkey, Indonesia — moderate CPM with large audiences.

Education: India, Pakistan, CIS countries — low CPM with education-hungry audiences.

Cabinet Type by Country

Euro cabinet required for geo targeting: USA, UK, Germany, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, France, Spain. Only Euro cabinets support country-level geographic targeting.

TON cabinet recommended: Most SEA, South Asia, Africa, and LATAM countries where Euro geo targeting isn't essential. Lower CPMs and no deposit requirement.

Stars cabinet for testing: Any market. Highest approval rate (99.99%) makes it ideal for initial market testing before committing to TON or Euro.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which country has the cheapest Telegram Ads?

Iran and Ethiopia at ~$0.50-$0.60 CPM, but CIS markets (Russia $0.80, Ukraine $0.75) are more practical for most advertisers due to larger audiences.

How much do Telegram Ads cost in India?

$1.20-$2.50 CPM. India is the largest Telegram market with 104M users, excellent for crypto, tech, and education verticals.

Can I target specific countries?

Only with Euro cabinets. TON and Stars use channel-based targeting to reach geographic audiences indirectly by selecting channels popular in specific countries.

Which countries have the highest ROI?

CIS and SEA combine low CPMs ($0.70-$1.30) with highly engaged crypto and tech audiences, delivering the best cost-efficiency.

Should I use TON or Euro for international campaigns?

Euro for specific country targeting. TON for broad reach across all markets. Stars for testing any market with lowest moderation risk.

How accurate is geographic targeting?

Euro cabinets use Telegram's user data — generally accurate at country level, less precise at city level.