Abkhazia

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Language: Abkhaz, Georgian, Russian
Capital: Sukhumi
Population: ~180,000
Currency: Abkhazian apsar, Russian ruble
Hitchability: ?
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Abkhazia

Abkhazia is a political entity on the eastern coast of the Black Sea and the south-western flank of the Caucasus whose status is disputed. It considers itself an independent state (the Republic of Abkhazia). This is recognised by Russia, Nicaragua, Venezuela, Nauru, South Ossetia and Transnistria.

It was a part of Georgia and most countries, including Georgia and also the UN still consider it as a part of Georgia. Entering Abkhazia is illegal according to Georgian laws. That's why travelling from Russia via Abkhazia to Georgia is considered entering Georgia illegally.

Transit

towards Georgia

Traveling from Russia towards Georgia seems not to be possible.

towards Russia

There are rumours that the borders have reopened and travellers can go via Georgia to Abkhazia and further into Russia. Appropriate visa are necessary. Keep in mind though that you won't get an exit-stamp by the Georgians, and thus when entering Georgia another time, you'll most likely be not able to enter the country due to an missing exit stamp from the last time.

Links

  • Visa and travel information (English)
  • Forum post with useful information (English)