How to enter from Russia to Abkhazia?

To get from Sochi (Russian Federation) to Abkhazia you should cross the Russian-Abkhaz border, which is about 30 min. drive from the airport (without traffic). To get from the Sochi International Airport to Abkhazia, you can take taxi upon arrival to the airport or order it in the taxi services of Abkhazia.

1. Can you enter Abkhazia?
2. How do I get a visa for Abkhazia?
3. Can Georgians go to Abkhazia?
4. Can US citizen travel to Abkhazia?
5. Who can enter Abkhazia?
6. Can you drive from Russia to Georgia?
7. What is the currency of Abkhazia?
8. Do I need visa to travel to Georgia?
9. Is Georgia safe for travel?
10. How safe is Abkhazia?
11. Is Georgia controlled by Russia?
12. Which country is Abkhazia?

Can you enter Abkhazia?

Yes, You Can Go

As long as your passport isn't Georgian, you're eligible to apply for a visa to visit Abkhazia. The process is painless: You fill out an online form (here), pay a fee of 350 roubles (about $6), and within two weeks, a printable visa lands in your inbox.

How do I get a visa for Abkhazia?

Upon your arrival to Abkhazia you must visit the Consular Service in Sukhum within three working days in order to receive the visa of the Republic of Abkhazia. The fee for a visa for a period up to 10 days is around $10.

Can Georgians go to Abkhazia?

Recognized by only a handful of countries, Georgia considers it part of Georgia. Many travelers believe, due to its convoluted status, it's impossible to visit Abkhazia. However, visiting Abkhazia is relatively straightforward, provided you have some patience.

Can US citizen travel to Abkhazia?

Many travelers seem to be particularly overwhelmed about getting a visa to visit Abkhazia, but you just need to make an easy online application and cross an easy border, that's it. ... Once you are in Abkhazia, you need to pick up your visa at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Sukhumi, within 2-3 days of your arrival.

Who can enter Abkhazia?

Tourists from all countries (except Georgia) can visit Abkhazia for a period not exceeding 24 hours as part of an organized tourist group.
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This includes:

• Donetsk People's Republic (90 days)
• Luhansk People's Republic (90 days)
• Republic of Artsakh.
• South Ossetia.
• Transnistria.

Can you drive from Russia to Georgia?

Kazbegi is the closest town to the Georgia – Russia border. It's a 20-minute drive from Kazbegi to the border.

What is the currency of Abkhazia?

Russian rubleAbkhazian apsar

Do I need visa to travel to Georgia?

You need a valid passport to enter Georgia.

U.S. citizens may enter, reside, work or study in Georgia without a visa for up to 365 days. Visit the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website for the most current visa information.

Is Georgia safe for travel?

While there was some danger a decade back during the Russo-Georgian War, Georgia is now a safe country to visit. In fact, the International Crime Index rated Georgia as the seventh safest country in the world in 2017!

How safe is Abkhazia?

In the past, before Russian recognition, Abkhazia has witnessed military confrontations between Georgian forces and the Russian military. For the common traveller the country is relatively safe, but you should make sure to avoid any place near the border to other part of Georgia.

Is Georgia controlled by Russia?

Currently 20% of Georgia's internationally recognized territory is under Russian military occupation. Russia does not allow the EUMM monitors to enter South Ossetia and Abkhazia in violation of the Six Point Ceasefire Agreement.

Which country is Abkhazia?

Its capital is Sukhumi. The status of Abkhazia is a central issue of the Georgian–Abkhazian conflict and Georgia–Russia relations.
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Abkhazia.