Many people often call relatives, friends and loved ones abroad. Others are forced to conduct international negotiations by business. But such communication is not cheap, which makes it difficult to talk as much as you need without looking at your watch or thinking about the cost of communication.
Megafon tries to take into account the needs of all categories of its subscribers. In 2021, a new tariff plan “Warm Welcome” was released. Those who often make calls to other countries will be interested in learning the details and methods of connecting to this service.
Other similar rates
The operator offers many convenient tariffs for profitable international calls.
In Megafon
- Around the World - a leader among similar tariffs, suitable for travelers abroad. All incoming calls are free. Subscription fee - 0 rubles per day, outgoing calls from 13 rubles.
- Go to zero. Suitable for frequent calls within the network. Valid throughout Russia. Advantageous for use in the region of permanent residence. There is NO subscription fee.
- #Hello – tariff for tourists from other countries. Subscription fee 750 rubles for 2 weeks. Calls to Megafon network numbers in Russia are free, unlimited, like all incoming calls. The limit on calls from other operators is 30 minutes per day. Internet traffic – 30 GB. Internet access to well-known instant messengers is unlimited.
- Per second – package without subscription fee. Calls to numbers within the region cost 3 rubles per minute.
From competitors
- from Beeline. Subscription fee 1 ruble per day. The cost of outgoing calls varies depending on the country.
- MTS "Red Energy" tariff - no monthly fee. Suitable for calls within the network, the cost of international calls is 49 rubles.
- Tariffs “Classic”, “Unlimited”, “Per Second” from Tele-2 with the ability to connect. Cost – 2 rubles per day.
Methods for connecting tariff plans
You can connect to a tariff plan from the Warm Welcome line through the official website, just follow the link: https://sakha.megafon.ru/tariffs/all/#traffic or open the “ Other tariffs ” section.
Select the one that suits your tasks and goals and click on the appropriate button on the “ Select ” page. If you want to buy a new SIM card, click the first option, if you want to switch to an operator while saving the number, click the second, and if you have the status “Megafon subscriber,” select the third.
There are three connection methods:
- Through your personal account.
- Using a short and free USSD combination.
- Via SMS message with the text YES to the number (0500XXXX – where the last 4 digits are the activation ID).
Before connecting, carefully study the tariff parameters, since a repeated switch to another solution within 30 calendar days will be paid (the amount varies and on average is 100 rubles per connection).
The transition time is 1-5 minutes and depends on the current load on the company’s servers. We recommend that you reboot your mobile device immediately after switching to a new tariff (you will be additionally notified about this via SMS message).
Tariff characteristics
Calls
Tariff Warm welcome Megafon is one of the most inexpensive, allowing you to always be in touch. There is no need for monthly payment, and the call is paid for every minute. The peculiarity of this tariff is that the first minute is expensive, and the subsequent minutes are cheap.
Therefore, it is beneficial to speak for more than 1 minute.
- Calls within Russia to the same operator are unlimited.
- Package of minutes – 570
- To other operators in your region – 480 minutes.
- Calls to Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and Armenia – 90 minutes.
- All incoming calls – 0 rubles.
Prices are the same for all regions of our country. Calls within the network are profitable, the tariff will be useful as a working option.
There are two options for the “Warm Welcome” tariff
- Warm welcome m
- Megafon tariff Warm welcome s
They differ slightly. The main characteristics and descriptions of tariffs are presented in the table.
| Warm welcome M | Warm welcome S | |
| Calls to Megafon Russia | unlimited | unlimited |
| Package of minutes | 500 | 400 |
| SMS package | 300 | 200 |
| Internet, GB | 13 | 5 |
| Traffic for communication in instant messengers | unlimited | unlimited |
Calls to neighboring countries
The main advantage of the tariff is the ability to make profitable calls to neighboring countries, regardless of the duration of the call. It is convenient to make work calls or use it while traveling.
| A country | Call cost, rub/min |
| Tajikistan | 6,5-15 |
| Ukraine | 13 |
| Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan | 13 |
| Armenia | 19 |
| Europe | 59 |
| Georgia | 21 |
| Abkhazia | 7,5 |
Thus, prices will please Megafon users with their low cost. Now communication with friends and relatives abroad will be accessible.
SMS and MMS
Despite the emergence of Internet messengers, the number of adherents of traditional messaging is not decreasing.
People still use SMS and mms.
The cost of sending messages depends on the region. The tariff package includes SMS and mms messages. If this package is exceeded, the following prices apply:
| Cost of SMS, rub | |
| Megafon within the region | 2,5 |
| Operators from other countries | 9,50 |
| Other Russian operators | 3,55 |
| SMS to Georgia, Abkhazia, Ukraine | 3 |
| Other countries | 5 |
MMS in Russia will cost 9.90 rubles, in countries near and far abroad - 11-21 rubles.
Internet
“Warm Welcome” includes an Internet package without payment for 7 days from the date of switching to the tariff. The user is provided with 70 MB of high-speed Internet. When the daily limit expires, access is terminated until the next day.
Further, at the end of the week, Internet traffic is 9.9 rubles per 1 MB. You can activate additional services for Internet use on the official Megafon website and by calling the hotline. How to connect a tariff
It is worth noting that it is impossible to switch to the old tariff. To do this you need to purchase a new SIM card.
How to switch to tariff
This can be done in several ways:
- On the Megafon website, select your region of residence and click on the Tariffs tab. Find the “Warm Welcome 2020” tariff and select the “buy SIM card” option. Next, you should fill in your personal information and delivery method. You can get a new SIM card at your nearest store or choose delivery by courier.
- Call the hot number 0500. Follow the answering machine prompts, select the desired tariff and connect. It is also possible to wait for the operator to respond.
- You can visit the Megafon salon, where an employee will help you choose a SIM card and connect the desired tariff. You need to take your passport with you.
Internet
In accordance with the tariff, users can access the network no matter where they are in the country. Payment for 1 MB of Internet traffic will be 9 rubles. 90 kopecks
But those who are used to spending a lot of time on the World Wide Web should think about activating the “Internet XS” function. In accordance with the conditions, 70 MB are issued as part of this service, and the payment will be 7 rubles. per day. If the subscriber spent only 500 KB during the week, the option will be disabled and the above prices will apply.
Balances on service packages
To find out the balances of service packages, you need to dial *558# or go to your personal account. In the “Services” section, you need to open the “Balances for service packages” tab to view the latest information on calls, SMS or the Internet. Auto-renewal and cost of services above packages
The Auto Renewal service can be activated in your personal account, through a mobile application or by calling a hotline. There you can see what current promotion is currently available. The cost of services above packages is also displayed on the official website or by calling the hotline
Disconnection methods
You can disable a tariff plan from the Megafon Warm Reception line yourself without involving a support operator using the hotline number. In fact, the process is completely automated, as most of the company’s services allow the subscriber to connect or disconnect a service/tariff in a couple of minutes.
Instructions for disabling Warm Welcome:
- Open the official website of the operator and go to the Tariffs - For smartphone section.
- Check out the list of current offers by characteristics, set of prepaid minutes (included in the subscription fee), gigabytes of Internet and SMS messages.
- Click on the “ Select ” button opposite the tariff plan that suits you.
- A window will appear in front of you with available transfer methods, mainly: USSD command, tariff connection through your Megafon personal account, SMS message or call to a special toll-free number.
- After the new tariff is connected and assigned to the SIM card in the database, the old tariff (Warm Welcome) will be disabled.
After the tariff plan activation procedure, we recommend rebooting the mobile device or turning on and off the “Airplane” mode to re-register the subscriber’s SIM card in the operator’s network.
Customer Reviews
Among the advantages of the tariff plan, users highlight the low cost of calls to neighboring countries. For those who often call there for work or come on a business trip from abroad, this is one of the most favorable tariffs.
Another undoubted advantage is the high quality of communication. Among all operators, Megafon stands out for its stable signal reception and large cellular coverage area. For small settlements in Russia this is a very important condition.
In addition, Megafon constantly offers new options that can be connected to an existing tariff plan and improved.
Negative reviews are mainly related to the high cost of calls to other countries of the world, excluding neighboring countries.
Calls and SMS
If you switch to the “Warm Welcome” package, the following prices per minute of communication will apply:
- 3 rub. 50 kopecks for the first minute of conversation with Megafon SIM card holders, and 50 kopecks. all subsequent time;
- 2 rub. 50 kopecks for conversations with owners of numbers of other cellular companies and landline telephones in their area;
- 10 rub. for calls to SIM cards of other mobile operators throughout the country;
- 2 rub. 50 kopecks SMS in your region;
- 7 rub. MMS by country.
Advice. For those who like to communicate via SMS, you can subscribe to packages that allow you to save on this method of communication. The main thing is that they are compatible with the tariff plan being discussed.
Disadvantages of the package
Despite the abundance of interesting features, the special Megafon TV program package has several negative aspects, which an interested audience of consumers should definitely learn about. Some shortcomings will slightly spoil the overall impression of using the service, but I would like to hope that the list of disadvantages will not affect the final decision to purchase the package. The list of shortcomings includes the following points:
- The channels presented do not have names in the list, because only logos appear in the catalog - this may be a problem for some viewers, especially if they do not know which symbols belong to a particular channel.
- Since television is broadcast over an Internet connection, the image may disappear due to a sudden lack of Internet on a particular device - the main reasons may be problems on networks that are not in any way dependent on the clients, a faulty router, loss of Wi-Fi or a zero balance on the client account ; If you plan to watch TV, then the issue of permanent Internet will need to be resolved in advance.
- The broadcast of a particular program may be carried out with delays or pauses - everything will depend on the speed of the Internet connection; often a similar situation arises during prime time for users who have chosen a tariff with a minimum information transfer speed; therefore, adjust this indicator in advance to watch programs without “brakes” and inconveniences.
- By ordering an additional service, you can rent any film, but you should understand that Megafon’s virtual catalog contains a limited number of films - therefore, little-known films released several decades ago will have to be searched in the vastness of the virtual space on your own.
- Often compact devices have a smaller screen diagonal compared to a conventional plasma TV - this must be understood in advance so as not to subsequently spoil your viewing of your favorite program with a small image.
Already activated
The operator recommends expanding the “Warm Reception” tariff plan by connecting the “Call Your People” option - this will add 100 minutes of free calls with users of any of the “Warm Reception” tariff plan for 4 rubles per day.
The option is automatically activated when the tariff is activated. You can disable it with the USSD command *105*1132*0#, and reconnect it with the command *105*1132# or by sending an SMS to the recipient 05001132 with the word “YES”.
The option can also be managed in your Personal Account and the MegaFon mobile application. Personal Area".
Additional features
What features and additional options does the operator include in the tariffs of this line? Additional opportunities for using network services are available on the “Warm Welcome M” TP. Additional free functionality refers to the use of preferential access to the Internet, which will not consume packet traffic and will not cost users anything.
You can use the following services unlimitedly and without traffic consumption within the added framework of the “Internet to messengers” option:
Important! Traffic will be preferential if you use official service applications and use updated versions of Internet browsers. Preferential traffic cannot be used when using all variations of the Opera browser or similar ones that can compress traffic and use the built-in VPN.
Start-up services
This tariff plan comes with special services that will help Megafon customers optimize the operation of their mobile device and save significant money:
- Caller ID. Automatically displays contact information about the interlocutor on the display.
- SMS check. These are automatic notifications about receipt of payments to your mobile account.
- I called +. If your balance is negative, you can notify the other subscriber by calling him. At this point he will receive a request to call back.
- I am online. If you were out of the access zone for a long time or your device was turned off, then after returning to the network, all users who could not get through will receive a notification about your appearance.
- Unlimited incoming calls in Crimea. While at the resort, for 30 rubles per day, all incoming calls are not counted. The money will be automatically debited only if the call is answered.
- Internet in Crimea. When connecting to a network space, the user receives a 60 megabyte package for 99 rubles. After completion, you can extend it, but no more than four times a day.
- Automatic renewal of mobile traffic by 300 MB for 40 rubles.
- One-time AntiAON. If you want to hide your phone number when making a call, then dial #31# the other person's phone number. It will cost 7 rubles per request.
- Call waiting and holding. If during a conversation another subscriber is trying to reach you, you can put him on hold. For the first 10 requests per day, a fee of 5 rubles is provided, and from the eleventh - 0 rubles.
How to switch to Megafon “Warm Welcome” tariff
You can connect to a plan in different ways. Since this tariff is used to a greater extent by people who have come to the country for a certain period of time, for such subscribers it is suitable to purchase a starter package at a communication store. Its cost is low - 200 rubles. The money that will be paid for the starter package, after its activation, will be transferred to the phone balance. Thus, the purchase is free. The main thing is to have your passport at hand. With its help you can make a purchase. If subscribers want to replace the current tariff with “Warm Welcome”, then you can use the following methods:
- You will need to dial the service code on your phone, which will activate the tariff on the number. The dial looks like *105*896# . After entering it, you should make a call and wait up to 24 hours for the plan to be activated. An SMS notification will be sent as confirmation.
- You can also send SMS with or without any text. The dispatch number is toll-free 0500946 . And by calling a toll-free number, you can call up a voice menu, with the help of which you can activate the tariff on your number.
- If you have access to the network, then it is better to use your personal account on the MegaFon website. Connecting through the cabinet will be more clear and simple. But before entering, you will need to go through a minute-long registration and receive an access password.
- If the subscriber uses an application from a telecom operator on his phone, then switching to a plan is possible through it. If the application is not installed, you can see the download link on the website or go to the market and download there. The application is very convenient, and all the necessary information on the SIM card is always at hand. Specialists at any company store will always help you switch to the tariff. There is no charge for activating the plan, but the SIM card owner must have a passport.
Even taking into account the fact that there is no monthly fee when switching to a tariff, you need an amount of no less than 300 rubles in your account. The transfer itself costs 0 kopecks.
Basic information about the Megafon.tv application
Mobile TV from Megafon works on every mobile device that has Internet access. The service can also be connected not only to your phone, but also to other modern gadgets: tablet, laptop, PC and even to your TV.
Available on smartphones and tablets, Smart TVs, computers with Internet access.
The service includes:
- TV content is television consisting of 150 channels, a fifth of which are shown in the highest HD quality.
- The video portal is a catalog of the world's most famous film hits and TV series that will not leave any viewer indifferent.
Previously, only Megafon subscribers could use this service, but today anyone can connect to digital television from Megafon.
In order to answer the question of whether traffic is consumed when browsing, you need to understand how the service is designed. If you use an operator’s SIM card with a certain tariff when subscribing (we’ll talk about them later), then online viewing of movies and TV shows is possible without consuming traffic, but if you only subscribe to this option, then the conditions of the operator with which contract has been concluded .
Service interface on devices
For each type of device, the option has its own individual interface, which we suggest you familiarize yourself with.
For phones
Users of the service connect a special application , through which the broadcast occurs.
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Installing the application
Login to the installed application
Registration
Entering your password
Selecting a package and watching TV
For tablets
The program uses the Snowflake interface , which has the following menu items:
- Media library.
- Movies.
- Search.
- TV.
- Program Guide.
- Subscriptions.
- Check.
Menu
This interface is so easy to use that even the most inexperienced user can handle it.
Broadcast on a computer or TV
This happens using a browser or a special media player that supports various types of Internet connections. TV content is divided into categories and types for comfortable use of the service.
Features of use
In addition, one of the advantages of using these types of devices is the broadcasting of high quality programs and films in full screen mode.
Interesting video:
Transition conditions
When connecting through the website and personal account, the first payment will be debited in the amount of half the subscription fee, and the second, starting from the 16th day of use. Packages of minutes and gigabytes of the Internet are opened alternately, the first 50% and the second 50% after withdrawal of funds.
On the territory of the Republic of Crimea, special conditions apply (national roaming).
Changing the tariff again is paid, it costs 100 rubles per operation.
How much do calls and messages to other countries cost?
The cost of calls to other countries varies according to the tariff of this line. We will also consider price options for foreign calls in the summary table.
| Call routing | Warm welcome | Warm welcome S | Warm welcome M | |
| CIS zone | Tajikistan (MegaFon numbers) | 4 rub. in a minute | 3 r. in a minute | 2.5 rub. in a minute |
| Tajikistan (other numbers) | 10 rub. in a minute | |||
| Uzbekistan | 4 rub. in a minute | 3.5 rub. in a minute | 3.5 rub. in a minute | |
| Kyrgyzstan | 7 rub. in a minute | 5 rub. in a minute | 5 rub. in a minute | |
| Kazakhstan | 5 rub. in a minute | 3 r. in a minute | 3 r. in a minute | |
| South Ossetia | 3 r. in a minute | 4 rub. in a minute | 4 rub. in a minute | |
| Abkhazia | 6 rub. in a minute | 4 rub. in a minute | 4 rub. in a minute | |
| Ukraine | 7 rub. in a minute | 5 rub. in a minute | 5 rub. in a minute | |
| Turkmenistan | 10 rub. in a minute | 7 rub. in a minute | 7 rub. in a minute | |
| Armenia (UCOM) | 12 rub. in a minute | 5 rub. in a minute | 5 rub. in a minute | |
| Armenia (other numbers) | 12 rub. in a minute | 10 rub. in a minute | 10 rub. in a minute | |
| Georgia | 20 rub. in a minute | 12 rub. in a minute | 12 rub. in a minute | |
| Moldova | 20 rub. in a minute | 12 rub. in a minute | 12 rub. in a minute | |
| Belarus | 25 rub. in a minute | 20 rub. in a minute | 20 rub. in a minute | |
| Azerbaijan | 20 rub. in a minute | 15 rub. in a minute | 15 rub. in a minute | |
| Asia | China | 1 rub. in a minute | 0.9 rub. in a minute | 0.9 rub. in a minute |
| Hong Kong, Singapore | 1 rub. in a minute | 2 r. in a minute | 2 r. in a minute | |
| India, South Korea | 2 r. in a minute | |||
| Thailand | 2 r. in a minute | 5 rub. in a minute | 5 rub. in a minute | |
| Mongolia | 2 r. in a minute | 1.5 rub. in a minute | 1.5 rub. in a minute | |
| Vietnam, Taiwan, Japan | 5 rub. in a minute | |||
| Macau | 5 rub. in a minute | 7 rub. in a minute | 7 rub. in a minute | |
| Türkiye | 7 rub. in a minute | |||
| European countries and Israel | 55 rub. in a minute | |||
| Other countries | 75 rub. in a minute | |||
| Satellite communication systems | 313 rub. in a minute | |||
Key tabs and their meaning
If you have just connected the channel package in question and want to immediately start watching TV shows, we strongly recommend that you take your time and first spend a few minutes getting to grips with the service and understanding all its nuances. Next, all beginners will be able to familiarize themselves with detailed instructions that will help them familiarize themselves with several tabs, so that this evening you can appreciate all the benefits of the service from Megafon.
- “TV” is the most important tab, because it is here that you can activate the broadcast of TV shows, as well as receive reliable information about them along with announcements; here you cannot view programs that have already been shown previously, but soon it is planned to expand the initial functional range by adding the option to record programs for further viewing multiple times in your free time; The user can configure the broadcast at his own discretion.
- “Search” is an additional option located in the “TV” section; the function is aimed at those users who have difficulty finding a particular program in one large grid; Now you can find the desired talk show in a few seconds, without wasting your nerves.
- “Movies” is a section with a virtual collection of the most popular and iconic films that can be rented; the catalog includes not only Russian films, but also Hollywood masterpieces for all times and for every taste; the client needs to pay extra to while away his leisure time watching his favorite movie.
- “Media Library” - a tab where movies rented are displayed; they will be available to the client throughout the entire paid period of time; each film has its own value; rental period is 2 days; If you liked the film very much or you didn’t have time to watch it in its entirety, then you have the opportunity to extend your subscription by paying a little extra money.
- “Account” is a section that displays the remaining amount of money on the balance; this section has additional options that allow clients to instantly top up their account using various available methods; This section allows you to additionally subscribe to other packages with daily payment; this means that there is no need to pay for a longer period of time immediately.
Charging the subscription fee
The first debiting occurs after connecting to the tariff plan. The connection fee for the tariff plan is charged automatically after activating the service. When switching to a tariff plan, money is debited in the amount of 50% of the monthly fee, that is, 250 rubles. For this, only half of the services specified in the terms and conditions are provided. From the second half of the month, the second part of the subscription fee is charged. After this, the second half of the required services will be activated. From the second month, the subscription fee will be charged once a month. If there is not enough money in the account to be debited, the fee will be charged on the day the account is replenished.
