Many people go on vacation, travel, or business trips, not only in the summer, but also at other times of the year. And during such trips, regardless of whether it is work or leisure, they want to stay in touch, be able to contact friends, relatives and colleagues via cellular communications.
Of course, modern operators, including MegaFon, implement separate tariff plans aimed at providing quite “tolerable” roaming conditions, but changing the tariff is not always a solution. Fortunately, MegaFon directly has such a service as the "Package of minutes", and today we will talk about it, because this is one of the exemplary roaming offers that the company makes to its customers.
Why do you need the option "Packages of minutes"
This is a service that does not provide subscribers with any reduced call tariffing conditions, it is aimed at providing certain quotas for calls while in international roaming (outside Russia). In addition, it is important to understand that this option applies specifically to calls, and the ability to send messages or use Internet traffic is not available in it.
Terms of the MegaFon option "Packages of minutes"
If we talk about the financial conditions of this service, they are extremely simple and have only a few different nuances:
- Connecting a 25-minute quota for Europe and the CIS / other countries of the world: 329/829 rubles;
- Connection of a 50-minute quota for the CIS countries and European countries / other world states: 495/1429 rubles.
It is worth noting that the provided packages of minutes are used for both incoming and outgoing calls, and apply not only to calls from and to Russia, but also to incoming / outgoing calls within the host country.
Other conditions for using this option, which you should definitely know about if you seriously intend to activate it before traveling abroad, we offer for review below:
- Service activation is available for all subscribers (individuals and corporate tariffs), except for users of the "Around the World" packages;
- The effect of the provided minute quotas applies only to international roaming. That is, if you stay within Russia, the packages of minutes are not spent;
- If the subscriber has already activated any of the roaming services that modify the cost of incoming/outgoing calls in roaming, the “Minutes package” will not work;
- The service package operates for 30 days from the moment of activation, and if the provided quota of minutes is not used, it simply burns out;
- If the subscriber needs a larger package of minutes for calls, the service can be activated several times in a row. This summarizes the minutes provided within the service.
You can check how many “Packages” you have connected via a USSD request *105*530#;
How to connect the “Pack of minutes” on MegaFon [archived, connection closed]
- On the company's website;
- In the user's personal account;
- When sending any or empty SMS message to the number 05001035 ;
- When entering a USSD request *116# .
How to find out the balance of a package of minutes on MegaFon
As for the control over the provided quotas, which, of course, must be carried out in order to avoid unforeseen additional costs, it is performed using a simple command *558# .
How to disable the "Pack of minutes" on Megafon
Deactivation of the service as such is not required for subscribers. T.K. the service is valid for 30 days, and if the provided quota is used up earlier, it will be disabled immediately after its completion. However, if it is fundamentally important for you to know how to disable the service, then you can do this in
MegaFon is the main supplier in Russia and offers the best network coverage and competitive rates. Credit can also be purchased from the same retail stores and shops throughout the country. Each one is valid for 90 days after the last credit download. You can also use roaming while traveling to other countries.
Prepaid plans are of the following types.
- Data discounts are also available in this plan.
- Check out the latest offers for the best deals.
- The data is also greatly reduced.
Connecting minutes to MTS
To activate free minutes on MTS, you will need to use USSD requests:
- *707*11# + "Challenge" - activation 50 minutes (cost - 40 bonus points);
- *707*12# + "Call" - connection 100 minutes (cost - 60 bonus points);
- *707*13# + "Challenge" - activation 300 minutes (cost - 120 bonus points).
Free minutes can be used for 30 days.
The following prepaid packages are available. You can also purchase the following add-ons. The following prepaid plans are available. Internet from phone. . The following data packages are also available, each valid for one month. To add additional data, the following packages are available.
Pros and cons of the leading telecom operators in Russia
The following data packages can be used throughout the country. If not, follow the instructions we have provided above or go to the operator's official website for advice. Remember, it's always best to get things done early before the stores get too busy.
- Official language is Russian.
- This way you are more likely to get the best help and avoid the crowds!
Connecting minutes on TELE2
In order for a TELE2 subscriber to start receiving bonus points, he will first need to become a member of the Bank program. To do this, dial this command from your mobile phone: *116*9# + "Call" button. After that, for every 100 rubles put on the balance, you will be awarded 4 points. They can be saved for any time, as they do not have an expiration date. You can check their number using this request: *116*9*0#. To connect 20 free minutes (cost 8 bonus points), you will need to activate the following command: *116*11# + "Call" button.
Connecting minutes on Beeline
To activate the My Beeline service to receive free minutes, you need to call 3000. After that, 5 rubles will be deducted from your balance every day and 100 minutes will be credited for them, which can be used to make calls within the network.
By studying the consumer market, Megafon employees develop new offers that are suitable for all categories of customers. For subscribers traveling abroad, the mobile operator has developed a special package consisting of free minutes for calls.
To use the option, you need to pay for the package at a time. The amount depends on the host country and the amount of time provided. Details can be clarified with representatives of the mobile operator.
Description
For subscribers who decide to connect a package of minutes, Megafon provides several options:
- 25 and 50 minutes for calls from the CIS and Europe;
- 25 and 50 minutes for communication from other states.
There is no subscription fee for using the service. Write-off occurs only 1 time, for connecting the package. The option functions only in international roaming. Minutes are spent on incoming and outgoing calls in the Russian Federation and in the host country.
Sometimes subscribers who do not understand the terms of use of the service leave a review with the following content: “I connected the package 25 minutes Europe and the CIS. I didn't call Russia for a month. When it became necessary to call, it turned out that the option did not work. What is the reason?". The problem is that the option is only valid for 30 days. After that, all unused time is burned.
The option can be used by both private and corporate clients. The service is available on any tariff plans, with the exception of "Around the World". The package is not valid in countries such as:
- Andorra;
- Syria;
- Tunisia;
- Maldives.
Throughout the entire period of the option, subscribers can check the remaining minutes. This can be done using the *558# command. For those who need more free time, it is recommended to connect several packages.
Characteristics
How to connect
For subscribers who decide to use the 50 or 25 minutes world option, Megafon allows you to choose the connection method. The easiest way is to indicate your phone number on the page with a description of the function. If the site does not load, you can:
- Send SMS with any text to the number "05001035";
- Use the USSD command "*116#";
- Go to your personal account. Activate the desired function.
While in European countries, you can use the help of the operator - "+7 926 111 0500". For activation of the option, 329-1429 rubles are debited from the account. The amount is affected by volume and direction. An additional package is connected by the methods described above.
How to disable
If the service is not needed, it can be deactivated. For this you need:
- Log in to the site ru. Disable unnecessary function;
- Call technical support. The operator will deactivate;
- Visit an office or communication salon.
After the function is deactivated, the remaining time is lost. In order to save money, it is recommended to wait until the entire package is used up. You can find out the balance with the command "*558#". The option can be disabled automatically after 30 days from the moment of its activation.
Who is suitable for
The option will be of interest to subscribers traveling around the world. The cost of calls is reduced by 3 times. The best option is a package with 25 minutes. For those who need a full-fledged option, they can use the "" function.
Depending on the needs of subscribers, the provider develops separate options. This makes it possible to choose those communication services that will be beneficial for the Russian Federation or during a trip abroad. In the article, we will look at how to connect the Megafon minutes package, its functions, and also compare it with the Around the World function.
For those subscribers who often travel abroad, the company offers a new option. The bottom line is free voice calls. This significantly reduces expenses while roaming.
Advantages and disadvantages
Consider the pros and cons of the offer from Megafon:
- Works directly when you are in international roaming. Valid for 30 days from the date of connection and applies only to voice calls. Maximum package 50 minutes for Europe and the CIS or for the whole world. Subscribers are given a choice of tariffs depending on their needs. This can rightly be attributed to the advantage;
- The disadvantages are that the coverage area is limited and does not work on the territory of some countries. The service provides only voice calls and is incompatible with other options, which is not very convenient. If you do not need outgoing calls when traveling abroad, but you need to be in touch, then you can consider the “Around the World” function. Where incoming calls are provided at a reduced price.
How to connect a package with minutes
Connection is expected in the following ways:
- By executing a short USSD request "*116#";
- By visiting the nearest sales office of the provider;
- By calling the operator's hotline at the number "8-800-550-05-00";
- By sending an SMS to the number "05001035" (any message text).
There are several ways to disable, namely:
- Using the USSD command "*136#".
- Through the consultant of the contact center "8-800-550-05-00".
- By contacting the provider's branded sales salon.
- Through the official website of Megafon.
After deactivation, the minutes package burns out. Deactivation is performed automatically after 30 days from the moment of its activation.
The cost of packages and their characteristics
There is no subscription fee write-off is made 1 time upon activation. We propose to consider the cost in the form of a table.
How to pay while roaming?
If you are already in the roaming coverage area, then payment is expected in the following ways:
- From a bank card account;
- Using the "Promised payment";
- Connect the "Pay for me" or "Pay when convenient" functions.
Tariffication takes effect only when the local time of the country in which you arrive coincides with Moscow.
For whom is it suitable?
The service will be of interest to subscribers who often travel around the world. After connection, it is possible to make calls at a cost 3 times cheaper than the price of roaming in the main TP. If you do not need a large number of voice calls, then the best option would be to connect the option "25 minutes Europe and the CIS" or "25 minutes the world" from Megafon. If you need more time for communication, you can connect the option for 50 minutes.
Short USSD requests
For quick access to the provider's services, we have prepared for you a list of useful USSD requests:
- *100# - Account balance;
- *105# - Access to the menu of your personal account;
- *106# - Use the "Promised payment";
- * 143 * № ab., # - "Pay for me";
- *505*0*3273# - Disable all paid services.
The article provides general information. To learn more about the service, we recommend that you contact the hotline number "8-800-550-05-00".
Roaming services are a convenient and practical way to use your Megafon number anywhere in the world without having to purchase a SIM card from one of the local operators. Thanks to partnership agreements between the domestic provider and a huge number of foreign telecommunications companies, each subscriber can count on the automatic registration of his phone in the guest network with the provision of the necessary range of mobile services.
Here it is important to take into account that international roaming is characterized by higher rates, which significantly increase the size of the mobile budget in comparison with the usual tariffing in your home region. At the same time, the operator has provided a number of options that allow you to optimize costs and significantly reduce the cost of voice communication, messaging and Internet traffic consumption.
Features of the provision of roaming services Megafon abroad
Of course, the possibility of using Megafon roaming services abroad is directly related to the sufficient amount of funds on the subscriber's personal account and the availability of contractual agreements with foreign mobile operators at your provider. The most convenient way to get such information is through the "Roaming" section on the official Megafon website.
Make sure the basic roaming option is enabled on your phone. You can find out this important functional point in various ways:
- check the list of active options in ;
- use the functionality of the Megafon mobile application;
- contact the provider's help desk by phone 0500 ;
- consult with the manager of the nearest Megafon office to you.
Only after the balance has been replenished, the connection to the subscriber number of the roaming service has been checked, and there are operators in the country of destination that cooperate with Megafon, you can safely go abroad without fear of being left without a connection.
Arriving at your destination, be sure to turn on the device to register it in the network of the local provider. The successful completion of this procedure will be evidenced by a new brand icon (operator name), which will take its place on the phone screen.
Important! Automatic registration of a SIM card in the guest network may be unsuccessful. In such a situation, it is necessary to manually set up registration in the corresponding menu item of the phone.
At the moment, automatic registration of a Megafon SIM card in roaming with further online billing of cellular services is valid in more than 150 countries of near and far abroad. For those countries that are not included in this list, you will need to activate the "Extended international roaming" service. This option is connected completely free of charge, provides for billing not online, but with a significant time delay and becomes indispensable, for example, when traveling to China, many countries of South America, Greenland.
Conditions and possibilities of international roaming communication
International roaming services from Megafon provide the subscriber with the usual list of mobile services:
- incoming outgoing voice communication;
- receiving and sending messages (SMS, MMS);
- Internet traffic, including high-speed Internet 3G/4G/
Thanks to the universal international mobile communication standards, the subscriber does not need to make additional adjustments and somehow set up the phone in a special way.
But let's be honest, using the Internet in roaming is quite unprofitable. If there is an urgent need to access the global network, it is best to use free Wi-Fi distribution in a hotel or cafe, although one should not forget the possibility of reducing the initial cost of mobile Internet in roaming.
Being on a trip abroad, a Megafon subscriber is not left without the support of an operator for a second. At any time, he can contact the help desk for advice or getting practical support from a specialist. The main thing here is to abandon attempts to dial the usual number 0500, and use a special free number for roaming with the operator +7 926 111 0500 .
The rates for Megafon mobile services in international roaming differ depending on the user's country of residence. All the nuances of billing can be found in the "Roaming" section we have already indicated on the provider's resource. Here we will give only a few examples so that you can evaluate the current level of prices for roaming communications in countries popular for leisure and travel:
| The country | The cost of incoming (outgoing) calls to the Russian Federation and a conversation within the local network | Outgoing call cost to other countries | Cost of outgoing SMS | Internet traffic cost |
| Egypt | 79 rubles/minute | 129 rubles/minute | 19.99 rub. | 350r. for a daily package of 50 MB and 7.00 rubles. for each MB over the limit (no more than 10 MB) |
| Turkey | 49 rub/minute | 129 rubles/minute | 19.99 rub. | |
| Abkhazia | 33 rubles/minute | 129 rubles/minute | 13.00 rub. | 260 rub. for a daily package of 65 MB and 4.00 rubles. for each MB over the limit (no more than 10 MB) |
Please note that roaming rates for Egypt are valid for most countries in Europe and the US. At the same time, there are more expensive countries. For example, when traveling to Canada, you will have to pay 129 rubles. per minute of any conversation, both within the local cellular network and when communicating with subscribers from Russia or any other state.
Important! If the call forwarding option is enabled on the phone, this will result in double billing of calls as they will be identified by the network to both incoming and outgoing voice services.
Connection (deactivation) of the international roaming service Megafon
Let us remind you once again that roaming connections abroad do not require payment from the Megafon operator and can be implemented independently through the Personal Account online self-service service or its analogue for small devices - the Megafon Personal Account mobile application. This utility allows you to manage cellular services directly from the screen and is installed on devices running Android, Windows phone, iOS. You can download the application.
If the subscriber does not have the opportunity to use the online self-service service to activate roaming services, you can ask a help desk specialist or contact one of the Megafon branded salons for help.
Roaming is disabled according to the same algorithm. Here it is important to take into account the nuance that upon returning from abroad, the phone automatically re-registers in its native network, thereby activating the tariff plan chosen by the subscriber for the home region. Taking into account the fact that the roaming service does not deduct any subscription fee from the phone balance, it may not be worth turning it off so as not to forget to reactivate it the next time you travel abroad.
How to reduce the cost of Internet roaming abroad
You have already seen that standard roaming Internet traffic is not only very expensive, but also very limited in volume. Therefore, you should try to use free Wi-Fi or connect additional provider options that will improve the conditions for accessing the global network.
"Internet Abroad"
This option is connected by USSD request * 136 # and allows you to additionally receive daily packages of Internet traffic with a volume of 10 Mb or 30 Mb. Another way to activate the service is to send a number 0500993 service SMS with text 10Mb or 30Mb.
Deactivation of the "Internet abroad" option is carried out in a similar way. Sending a USSD request from your phone * 136 * 0 # or SMS messages with the word STOP to the same number 0500993 .
The megabytes received within the framework of this service have the following prices.
Important! The "Internet Abroad" option has a rational mechanism for charging a daily subscription fee, debiting funds from a personal account only on the day the Internet traffic is actually used. If the subscriber has not accessed the global network during the day, the balance will remain untouched.
"Vacation-online"
Let's take a closer look at the conditions for providing the "Vacation-Online" service from Megafon.
You can activate the service in 10-15 minutes in your Personal Account or using a USSD request * 501 # . Disabling the option is implemented via a USSD request * 501 * 0 # . An alternative way to activate (deactivate) is an SMS of any content sent to a service number 0500960 .
"Unlimited Italy"
A rather useful option for Megafon subscribers who are going to visit Italy and do not want to limit themselves in obtaining information via the Internet. This service is suitable for owners of all tariff plans for individuals and implies an unlimited amount of downloaded traffic for a daily subscription fee of 500 rubles. Free connection and disconnection of the option is implemented via a USSD request * 105 * 1144 # . In addition, for activation, you can send an SMS message of any content to the number 05001144 . To disable the "Unlimited Italy" service, an SMS with the word Stop will be sent to the same number.
Reducing the cost of calls in roaming
Of great importance when staying abroad is affordable voice communication for free communication with relatives and colleagues.
"The whole world"
This service does not require payment for connection, but provides for a daily subscription fee of 59 rubles. For this money, the user receives 40 minutes of unpaid incoming calls. If during the day, the established limit has been exhausted, each subsequent minute will be paid according to the roaming tariff in the host country.
Connecting the "Whole World" option from Megafon is implemented by sending SMS and short commands:
- connection - SMS with any content to the number 0500978 or USSD request * 131 * 1 # ;
- deactivation - sending a message with the text Stop to the number 0500978 or USSD request service number or * 131 * 0 # .
Note! The "All World" options, as well as other functionally similar services for roaming, can be paid using a bank card and the services "Promised payment", "Pay for me", "Pay when convenient".
Option "Around the World"
Significantly reduce the cost of communication in roaming allows the service "Around the World", which allows the subscriber for 9 rubles. per day to reduce the billing of incoming and outgoing calls to 13-19 rubles. per minute, and SMS until 11-14r. (rates vary by country of residence and dialing).
The cost of connection is only 15 rubles. and implemented via USSD command *
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Optimizing the cost of SMS messages abroad
Communication via SMS is a fairly common practice of receiving and transmitting important information by a subscriber while he is abroad. This is also facilitated by the possibility of a significant reduction in the cost of SMS due to several Megafon options.
"50 SMS Europe" or "100 SMS Europe"
These options are useful when traveling around Europe and allow you to get 50 or 100 SMS messages at your disposal for 30 days at a fixed price of 195 rubles. and 295r. respectively. The following SMS and USSD commands are used to connect and check the rest of SMS packages.
After 30 days from the moment of connection, the option is deactivated automatically.
"50 SMS World" or "100 SMS World"
These prepaid message packages will allow you to exchange information as economically as possible, being in any corner of the planet where international roaming from Megafon operates. The cost of the "50 SMS World" package is 495 rubles. For the package "100 SMS World" you will have to pay 695 rubles.
The following commands are used to manage options.
Important! It is possible to simultaneously connect different roaming packages of SMS messages.
Of course, you know what roaming is (from the English word roam - wandering) - this is the procedure for providing access to communication through networks outside the "Home" service area of your operator. We have written about national and intranet roaming in Russia. And this review is about how MegaFon provides roaming abroad.
International roaming is the ability to connect to communication networks of third-party foreign operators. We have prepared information for you on how it works, how much it costs and how to set it up.
In order to automatically connect to the networks of MegaFon partner companies abroad, it is now not necessary. You will automatically register in the networks of international operators. The "International roaming" service is activated on your number by default.
In the event that you are not sure about the service's activity, check it in the "Services and Options" section or by calling 0500.
The service is provided free of charge and you can not disable it.
The provision of communication services on foreign trips will cost you a lot, their cost in the regions of interest to you can be clarified at https://megafon.ru/roaming/world by entering the name of the country in the proposed form.
Can it be cheaper?
MegaFon offers to reduce travel costs by connecting the following services:
- The whole world.
- Minute packages abroad.
- In Abkhazia at home.
- Vacation Online.
- World Online.
The whole world
The whole world is a service that provides for one day forty minutes of free incoming calls for ninety-nine rubles a day. It is activated by the command *131*1#, SMS with the word "YES" to the addressee 0500978 or in the Personal Account. It turns off in exactly the same way as it was activated.
Minute packages
Packages provide preferential minutes for incoming and outgoing calls for certain amounts of time. Minute packages for calls abroad can be purchased in different ways:
- 25 minutes Europe + CIS for 329 rubles. Valid for 1 month. Buying SMS with the words "25 Europe" to the addressee 05001035.
- 50 minutes Europe + CIS for 495 rubles. Valid for 1 month. Buying SMS with the words "50 Europe" to the addressee 05001035.
- 25 minutes the world for 829 rubles. Valid for 1 month. Buying SMS with the words "25 World" to the addressee 05001035.
- 50 minutes the world for 1429 rubles. Valid for 1 month. Buying SMS with the words "50 World" to the addressee 05001035.
Purchase is available by *116# command, then by selecting the package option using the keyboard. You cannot turn off packages - they are paid for and purchased once.
Packages can be connected to all tariffs, including, with the exception of the “Around the World” tariff plan.
Details of using the Europe and World packages can be found on the page https://megafon.ru/roaming/world/minute_packs.html.
SMS packages
Similarly to the previous option, the "SMS Packages" service operates:
- 50 SMS Europe + CIS for 195 rubles. Purchase of SMS with the words "50 Europe" to the addressee 0500989.
- 100 SMS Europe + CIS for 295 rubles. Buying SMS with the words "100 Europe" to the addressee 0500989.
- 50 SMS world for 495 rubles. Buying SMS with the words "50 World" to the addressee 0500989.
- 100 SMS world for 695 rubles. Buying SMS with the words "100 World" to the addressee 0500989.
Purchase is available by *114# command, then by selecting the package option using the keyboard. You cannot turn off packages - they are paid for and purchased once. Each package works for a month.
Feel at home in Abkhazia
The option is intended exclusively for those who went to the territory of Abkhazia. By connecting the option for thirty rubles and paying thirty rubles daily, you will be able to communicate (Voice calls and SMS) at the rates that apply to your TP in your home service area.
The option is activated in the Personal Account, through the quick activation form on the site, by the command *541# sent from your device or by sending an SMS with the word "YES" to the addressee 05001149. It operates without time limits, and is turned off in the same ways, only when sending SMS write the word "STOP".
Extended international roaming
MegaFon provides basic roaming in the networks of its partners in 152 countries around the world. In order to stay in touch in countries that are not included in this list, you can activate a free option to expand the roaming coverage area.
The option is activated only in MegaFon communication stores upon presentation of a passport.
Check the current list of countries, restrictions and the list of tariffs with which the option does not work at https://megafon.ru/roaming/world/wir.html.
Vacation Online
The option changes the billing for the use of mobile Internet. With her you will pay fifteen rubles for 1 megabyte of traffic. Activation will cost thirty rubles, there is no subscription fee, The action is not limited.
You can activate it in your Personal Account, USSD command *105*0060#, SMS with the word "YES" to the addressee 0500960. It is turned off at the request of the subscriber in the same ways, in SMS, replace the word with "STOP".
Valid in a specific list of countries. Check out the list and check the possibility of activation on the page https://megafon.ru/roaming/world/online.html.
world online
This option will give you unlimited access to the global network for six hundred rubles a day. After consuming 1 GB of traffic, the speed will drop to the minimum (64 Kb per second), but access will remain. Works only in international roaming in 69 states.
The option is activated in the Personal Account, with a short command * 136#, SMS with the word "YES" to the addressee 05001190. You can disable the option in the same ways, only in SMS the word must be replaced with "STOP".
The nuances of using the option and the list of countries where it works on the page
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