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A partially recognized country in the Caucasus

Abkhazia is a partially recognized state (recognized only by Russia, Nicaragua and Venezuela) on the eastern Black Sea and the south-western Caucasus, south of Russia and northwest of Georgia.

There are two land crossings into Abkhazia, one from Russia and one from Georgia. Visas are generally required and there are military checkpoints on the Georgian side. Entry from Georgia may be made more complicated due to their recent history.

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What is the correct way of visiting Abkhazia without violating Georgian laws?

Abkhazia is a partially recognized state that forms a part of Georgia. I would like to visit both Abkhazia and Georgia on a single trip. What is the right sequence (if any) of doing so? For example I'm aware that Serbia requires people to get…
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How to enter from Russia to Abkhazia?

I have a multiple entry visa for Russia. Please, could you tell me how I can cross from Russia to Abkhazia and then back again to Russia, without the Russians stamping the passport?
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Can I travel to Abkhazia on a Russian visa?

I am a German citizen currently living in Russia on a multi-entry study visa. Is it possible to travel from Adler to Abkhazia by car (border crossing would be Adler/Psou and proceed to Georgia (at Zugdidi)? What exactly are the legal problems with…
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Does Abkhazia have sandy beaches, or just pebbles like in Georgia?

A few years ago during a prolonged visit to Georgia I ventured to the most northern beach it was possible to visit, Anaklia, in search of sand. The beach in Anaklia was pretty dirty and not really ready for tourists yet. I don't remember it being…
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Visiting Abkhazia from Georgia 2023

I travel on a passport from an EU country, and I would like to visit Abkhazia from Georgia in March this year. Is that still possible, and is it safe?
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Where and how does one get a COVID-19 PCR test in Abkhazia?

Several online articles from late April 2021 (such as this one) indicate that travellers re-entering Russia from Abkhazia must present a negative result from a COVID-19 PCR test. Assuming that this requirement is still in force—or if not,…
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How to obtain a tourist visa for Abkhazia?

I would like to visit the disputed region of Abkhazia. Where and how can I obtain a visa? Can I do it at the Georgia-Abkhazia border, or the Russia-Abkhazia border?
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