Does Megafon work in Abkhazia and how much does it cost?

Yes, Megafon works in Abkhazia, but only in international roaming mode. This means that without connecting special options, all calls (incoming and outgoing) and mobile internet will be very expensive — up to 109 rubles per minute of conversation.

To avoid going broke, you must connect one of the roaming options. For Megafon in 2026, the main available option for Abkhazia is:

• "Sea of Connection in Abkhazia" for 30 days: Connection cost — 1190 rubles. The package includes:
  • 60 free minutes for incoming and outgoing calls (in total).
  • 10 GB of mobile internet for the entire duration of the package. After using up 10 GB, the speed is reduced to 128 Kbps, but the internet remains unlimited. Also, unlimited access to Yandex services is provided.

You can connect this option using a USSD request: *105*1953#.

In some border areas and on high ground, you can catch a signal from towers in Sochi and talk at the home tariff, but you shouldn't rely on this. It is much more reliable to either connect the option or, for a longer and more economical stay, buy a local Abkhazian SIM card.

We recommend reading our detailed guide where we compared all the options of Russian operators: Cellular Communication and Mobile Internet in Abkhazia.

Do bank cards work in Abkhazia?
Do I need a notarized power of attorney for the car?
Where is the sandy beach in Abkhazia?
Follow the link, all these questions are discussed in the chat - https://t.me/abhazia_travel_chat