V2ray Mikrotik Access

RouterOS v7 with container support can run a Linux V2Ray client inside a container directly on the MikroTik device (e.g., CHR, RB5009, CCR2004).

MikroTik does not support V2Ray natively.
The cleanest integration is transparent proxying to a dedicated V2Ray client box.
For native support, consider other routing platforms (OpenWrt, pfSense, OPNsense) or use WireGuard as a simpler alternative.

Would you like a detailed configuration example for transparent proxy with MikroTik + Xray?

Running V2Ray (or its modern superset, Xray-core) on MikroTik devices is primarily achieved through Docker containers

, as RouterOS does not currently support these protocols natively. This setup is highly popular for bypassing aggressive internet censorship in regions like Iran, China, and Russia due to V2Ray's ability to disguise traffic as standard HTTPS. MikroTik community forum Core Implementation: The Container Method

The most effective way to deploy V2Ray on MikroTik is by leveraging the feature introduced in RouterOS v7. Requirements

: You need an ARM or x86-based MikroTik router (e.g., hAP ax series, RB5009, or CHR). Small MIPSBE devices generally cannot run containers.

: It is highly recommended to use an external USB drive for the container's root directory to save internal flash memory. Configuration Pull Image : Use images like teddysun/v2ray xtls/xray-core Network Setup : Create a

interface and a bridge to allow the container to communicate with the router's internal network. Policy Based Routing (PBR) Mangle rules

in MikroTik to redirect specific traffic (e.g., filtered websites) toward the container's IP. MikroTik community forum Performance and Comparison V2Ray/Xray (Container) Native VPN (WireGuard/L2TP) Extremely hard to detect (DPI-resistant) Easily detected by deep packet inspection Performance Can see 20–40% speed impact due to container overhead High performance with hardware acceleration Complexity High (requires CLI and container knowledge) Low (native GUI menus) Depends on container resource limits Highly stable Security and Risks

Deep packet inspection to classify V2Ray traffic #569 - GitHub

Configuring V2Ray on MikroTik RouterOS: A Comprehensive Guide

In the current landscape of network security, bypassing restrictions and ensuring privacy have become paramount. While V2Ray is a powerful platform for building custom proxy servers, MikroTik RouterOS is arguably the most versatile networking operating system for managing traffic. Combining the two allows you to create a secure, high-performance edge router that handles obfuscation, bypassing restrictions, and routing at the network level, rather than on individual devices.

This guide explains why you should use V2Ray on MikroTik, the prerequisites, and a step-by-step approach to setting it up using modern Docker container features. Why Use V2Ray on MikroTik?

Running V2Ray directly on a MikroTik router (via Container) offers several advantages over running it on computers or phones:

Network-Wide Coverage: Once configured, every device connected to your network (smart TVs, IoT devices, guests) automatically uses the V2Ray proxy.

Performance: MikroTik devices, especially those with modern CPUs (ARM/ARM64), can handle complex encryption, reducing the strain on endpoints.

Advanced Routing: You can use MikroTik's robust firewall mangle rules to decide exactly which traffic goes through V2Ray and which goes through your ISP, based on IP address, domain, or port.

Bypassing Restrictions: V2Ray is highly effective at obfuscating traffic to bypass firewall restrictions. Prerequisites

MikroTik Router with ARM/ARM64 CPU: V2Ray runs in a Docker container, requiring hardware that supports the container package (e.g., hAP ax2/ax3, RB4011, RB5009).

RouterOS Version 7.4+: Ensure your router is updated to support containerization.

V2Ray Server Details: You need the IP, Port, UUID, AlterId, and Transport settings (VMess/VLESS) from your V2Ray service provider.

USB Drive or Internal Storage: For storing the container image. Step-by-Step Implementation

Because RouterOS is a networking OS, the setup involves creating a container for V2Ray and then routing traffic through it using traditional NAT and firewall rules. 1. Enable Container Functionality

First, ensure the container package is installed and enabled, and that you have enabled container support in settings.

/system/package/print # Ensure container is enabled. If not, install and reboot. /system/device-mode/update container=yes Use code with caution.

Note: A physical reboot is required to enable container mode. 2. Configure Virtual Ethernet (veth)

Create a bridge for the containers and a virtual ethernet interface to act as the "bridge" between MikroTik and the V2Ray container.

/interface/bridge/add name=docker-bridge /interface/veth/add name=veth1 address=172.17.0.2/24 gateway=172.17.0.1 /interface/bridge/port add bridge=docker-bridge interface=veth1 /ip/address/add address=172.17.0.1/24 interface=docker-bridge Use code with caution. 3. Setup NAT and Firewall (Routing)

To allow the container to access the internet to connect to your V2Ray server, you must set up Source NAT.

/ip/firewall/nat/add chain=srcnat action=masquerade src-address=172.17.0.0/24 Use code with caution. 4. Create and Configure the V2Ray Container

You will need a lightweight V2Ray image (like v2fly/v2fly-core). You must create a configuration file (config.json) and mount it to the container.

/container/mounts/add name=v2ray_conf src=/path/to/your/config.json dst=/etc/v2ray/config.json /container/add remote-image=v2fly/v2fly-core:latest interface=veth1 root-dir=disk1/v2ray mounts=v2ray_conf Use code with caution.

Crucial Step: You must prepare a valid config.json file for your V2Ray server and ensure it is placed on the router's storage. 5. Routing Client Traffic (Mangle & Routing Table)

To make your local network traffic go through the container, you need to use mangle to mark traffic and a specific routing table to direct it.

# 1. Add Routing Table /routing/table/add name=to-v2ray fib # 2. Mark Routing (e.g., from a specific IP) /ip/firewall/mangle/add chain=prerouting src-address=192.168.88.50 action=mark-routing new-routing-mark=to-v2ray # 3. Add Rule to route marked traffic to the container /ip/route/add dst-address=0.0.0.0/0 gateway=172.17.0.2 routing-table=to-v2ray Use code with caution. Important Considerations

DNS Leaks: Ensure that your local clients are not leaking DNS queries to your ISP. Configure your V2Ray config file to handle DNS, or use RouterOS to force DNS queries through the proxy.

Resource Usage: V2Ray can be resource-intensive. Monitor your CPU usage using /tool/profile.

Auto-Start: By default, containers will start when the router boots up.

By setting up V2Ray on MikroTik, you achieve a high level of security and flexibility that cannot be matched by simple endpoint applications. If you're setting this up, let me know: Which MikroTik model are you using (e.g., hAP ax3, RB5009)? Are you using VMess or VLESS?

I can provide the specific config.json template for your setup. V2ray Client on Mikrotik - GitHub Gist

In the world of networking, is often seen as the rugged, reliable workhorse—a router that can do almost anything if you know which terminal commands to whisper to it.

, on the other hand, is the elusive shapeshifter, a sophisticated proxy designed to slip through the tightest digital borders without leaving a footprint. Here is a short story about their unlikely partnership: The Ghost in the Router

In a small, dimly lit office in a city where the internet felt more like a fenced garden than an open sea, lived a MikroTik RB5009

. It was a beast of a machine, handling hundreds of connections with ease, but its owner, Elias, had a problem. The "Great Firewall" was getting smarter, blocking his favorite research sites and slowing his encrypted tunnels to a crawl.

Standard VPNs were being snuffed out like candles in a storm. Elias needed something more discreet. He needed a ghost. He decided to introduce his MikroTik to The integration wasn't easy. MikroTik’s

was a strict disciplinarian, preferring its own internal protocols. But with the arrival of RouterOS v7 and its support for Containers , Elias saw an opening.

He spent hours at the terminal. He carved out a small, isolated "room" within the router—a virtual container—and installed the V2Ray core inside it. He then wove a complex web of Policy-Based Routing , telling the MikroTik:

"If traffic looks like a simple search, let it go. But if it’s destined for the restricted zones, hand it to the Ghost"

The first time he hit "Connect," the MikroTik hummed. Within the container, V2Ray began its work, wrapping Elias's data in layers of VMess and TLS, making it look like harmless background noise to any snooping eyes.

Suddenly, the digital fences vanished. Elias watched his monitor as restricted pages loaded in milliseconds. The MikroTik stood firm, its LEDs blinking rhythmically, acting as the perfect physical shield for the invisible spirit living inside its circuits. The workhorse and the shapeshifter had become one. technical steps

to set up a V2Ray container on MikroTik, or are you looking for a different narrative style V2ray Client on Mikrotik - GitHub Gist

Unlocking V2Ray on MikroTik: A Guide to Advanced Censorship Circumvention

For users in regions with strict internet censorship, standard VPN protocols like OpenVPN or L2TP often fall short, easily falling victim to Deep Packet Inspection (DPI). V2Ray (specifically the Xray-core) has emerged as a powerhouse for bypassing these blocks by obfuscating traffic to look like standard web browsing.

While MikroTik’s RouterOS doesn't natively support V2Ray/Xray, the addition of Docker Container support in RouterOS v7 has changed the game. Why V2Ray on Your Router?

Running V2Ray at the router level offers several key advantages:

Network-Wide Protection: Every device connected to your Wi-Fi—even those that don't support VPN apps—is automatically protected.

Centralized Management: No more individual app setups; manage all your proxy rules in one place.

Superior Obfuscation: V2Ray protocols like VLESS and Reality are designed to mimic legitimate HTTPS traffic, making them nearly invisible to DPI filters. Prerequisites for Setup

Before diving in, ensure your hardware and software meet these requirements:

Compatible Hardware: You need a MikroTik router with an ARM, ARM64, or x86 architecture. Popular choices include the hAP ax lite LTE6 or hAP ax³.

RouterOS v7: You must be running RouterOS version 7 or higher to access the container feature.

Container Package: The "container" package must be installed and enabled on your device. High-Level Deployment Strategy

The most effective way to run V2Ray on MikroTik today is through a containerized approach. 1. Prepare the Container Environment

Enable the container mode on your MikroTik (this usually requires physical access or a "cold boot" for security). You will need to set up a veth interface and a bridge to allow the container to communicate with your local network. 2. Deploy Xray-Core and Tun2Socks

A common stable setup involves running two containers or a combined image:

Xray-core: Handles the actual V2Ray/VLESS connection to your remote VPS.

Tun2Socks: Acts as a bridge, converting the SOCKS5 proxy from Xray into a network interface that RouterOS can route traffic through. 3. Traffic Routing and Firewall

Once the container is running, use Policy Based Routing (PBR) in RouterOS to decide which traffic goes through the V2Ray tunnel. You can mark specific local IP addresses or destinations and route them through the container’s virtual interface. Alternative: The "OpenWRT" Bridge

If Docker feels too complex, some users prefer running OpenWRT in a MikroTik container. OpenWRT has native, user-friendly plugins like luci-app-v2ray that can simplify the configuration process. Final Thoughts

While MikroTik users continue to request native Xray-core support, the container method is currently the most robust "DIY" solution available. It transforms your router from a simple gateway into a powerful tool for digital freedom. V2ray Client on Mikrotik - GitHub Gist

Unlocking Secure and Private Internet Access: A Guide to Setting Up V2Ray on MikroTik

In today's digital age, ensuring the security and privacy of your internet connection is paramount. With the increasing concerns over data breaches, surveillance, and censorship, individuals and organizations are seeking reliable solutions to protect their online activities. One effective way to achieve this is by utilizing V2Ray, a powerful platform that provides a secure and private internet connection. When combined with MikroTik routers, which are renowned for their advanced networking capabilities, you can create a robust and secure internet access solution. In this blog post, we will explore how to set up V2Ray on a MikroTik router, enhancing your online security and privacy.

Open terminal on your MikroTik:

/system/device-mode/update container=yes

Reboot the router.

| Requirement | Solution | |-------------|----------| | Simple browsing | Run V2Ray client on a PC, configure browser/OS proxy. Ignore MikroTik. | | Whole network proxy | Linux box (RPi) as transparent proxy + MikroTik routing. | | RouterOS-only (no extra hardware) | Use WireGuard to a VPS running V2Ray, or accept that native V2Ray isn't possible. | | Advanced + supported | Switch to OpenWrt (supports Xray/V2Ray) or OPNsense (with plugins). |

If your use case is bypassing the GFW, static routing fails because the GFW blocks based on SNI (domain name), not IP. You need domain-based routing.

MikroTik’s layer-7 filtering is too slow, but you can use MikroTik’s DNS to resolve blocked domains to a specific route.

Method:

Better: Use a split DNS with address-list scripts. There are community scripts that automatically fetch GFW domain lists and create routing marks.

Simplest real-world workflow:

To avoid routing everything (like Netflix or local banking), use MikroTik's DNS to identify blocked domains.

/ip firewall mangle add chain=prerouting dst-address=192.168.88.11 action=mark-routing new-routing-mark=to-v2ray

This way, only when a user requests twitter.com (resolved to your fake IP) does the traffic hit V2Ray.

MikroTik routers are renowned for their robustness and the flexibility of RouterOS. However, as network censorship and content filtering become more sophisticated, standard VPN protocols (like PPTP, L2TP, and even standard WireGuard) are easily identified and blocked by deep packet inspection (DPI).

V2Ray (Project V) has emerged as a leading proxy platform designed to bypass these restrictions through obfuscation and multiple transport protocols. While MikroTik does not natively support V2Ray as a client or server within RouterOS, it is possible to run V2Ray on MikroTik hardware using containerization (on newer ARM devices) or by integrating MikroTik with an external V2Ray server.

This article details the architecture, methods, and configuration steps required to run V2Ray in a MikroTik environment.

Yes, but with caveats.

Running V2Ray directly on MikroTik RouterOS v7 via containers is elegant and cost-effective. You get an appliance-like experience: plug and play, no extra hardware. However, it requires deep knowledge of both V2Ray configuration and MikroTik’s container quirks.

For most users, the Raspberry Pi + MikroTik combo is more stable and easier to debug. For professionals, the container method is the ultimate solution for deploying stealth proxies in corporate or home networks.

Final configuration checklist:

By following this guide, you transform your MikroTik router into a censorship-resistant gateway, silently routing all your devices through the V2Ray protocol without any client-side software.

Remember: Use this technology responsibly and in compliance with your local laws.