Where to buy a SIM card in Abkhazia right after the border?

You can buy a SIM card in Abkhazia immediately after crossing the border, but you need to be careful to avoid being scammed. Here are the main points of sale:

1. Kiosks at the Psou checkpoint: Right after passing the last checkpoint, on the right side of the road, there are often kiosks selling SIM cards and car insurance. Here you need to be cautious — according to tourist reviews, in such places, they might sell an already used SIM card with a tariff that expires in a few days.
2. Official operator stores: This is the most reliable option. Near the Psou bus station (after the border), there are official stores of the operators Aquafon and A-mobile. There, you are guaranteed to buy a new SIM card, can choose any tariff, and get consultation.

To buy a SIM card in a store, a passport is required, and the process takes about 5 minutes. If you buy a ready-made tourist kit at a kiosk, a passport is usually not needed, but be sure to check the validity period of the connected tariff and the remaining data.

Find more useful tips and operator comparisons in our article: Cellular communication and mobile Internet in Abkhazia.

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