Description from Megafon
This offer is very beneficial for those Megafon subscribers whose activities and daily life are inextricably linked with frequent moves from Russia abroad.
Features of providing the “Whole World” option posted on the site.
Since foreign countries even affect the cost of incoming calls (in roaming conditions you also have to pay for them), this Megafon package can provide users with 40 free minutes every day . They can be used between 0-00 and 23-59 Moscow time.
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When connecting to the service, you should pay attention to the fact that some tariffs on Megafon may not be compatible with it. This applies to the Megafon “Around the World” package. In addition, there are a number of options, the purpose of which is to reduce communication costs in roaming, since they simply duplicate each other.
Some tariffs may not be compatible, for example, Megafon's Around the World package.
In addition to compatibility restrictions, Megafon's "Whole World" tariff has some restrictions on its validity in a certain area.
So the service cannot be used in the following countries:
- Andorra.
- Syria.
- Tunisia.
- Maldives.
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Description of service
After activating the service, the subscriber gets the opportunity to receive incoming calls anywhere in the world for free.
The client is provided with 40 minutes daily; within the package, incoming calls are not charged. From 41 minutes of conversation, the cost of the connection is determined by the current roaming tariff of the country in which the user is located. Other communication services are also provided in accordance with standard roaming conditions. To check the current balance of free minutes, dial *558# and press the call button. After processing the request, you will receive an SMS notification with the desired result.
Cost of the “Whole World” offer from Megafon
Compared to the prices for calls in the roaming zone, the monthly fee for the “Whole World” function can be considered symbolic - only 99 rubles per day . By switching to the per-minute mode, you can get that for a minute of conversation, almost one and a half rubles are debited from the balance.
Compared to the prices for calls in the roaming zone, the monthly fee for the “Whole World” function can be considered symbolic.
And this despite the fact that the connection itself will not cost the user of Megafon services anything. Note that this is a rather advantageous offer from the operator.
The emphasis of Megafon's service is only on incoming calls; for all other options, the mobile operator will charge funds according to current rates.
On the Megafon website you can find out the cost of calls in a specific country of residence.
You should also be attentive to the fact that, starting from the 41st minute, standard call tariffs are activated. So calls to Italy, Turkey and Greece will cost 79 rubles, and to France or Egypt – 129 rubles.
To check the balance of accrued free minutes, you can use the service command – *558# and the call button.
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How much does “The Whole World” cost on MegaFon
The subscription fee for the Whole World option is 59 rubles/day. If we calculate the cost of one incoming minute, we will find out that it costs a little more than 1 ruble - it’s practically free! Activating the service is absolutely free , but for outgoing calls you will have to pay at full rate - the cost of one minute will cost as much as is provided for in the tariff plan of a particular subscriber. The same applies to the cost of other services. Free minutes are provided once a day, at 12 am Moscow time.
The balance of included free minutes is checked using the USSD command *558#.
The option does not work in roaming on cruise ships and airplanes, as well as in satellite communication networks and in the network of the operator AT&T Mobility LLC (BMU01). It also does not work in the Maldives, Tunisia, Andorra and Syria.
Connecting the “Whole World” option for Megafon subscribers
When the “International roaming” mode is turned on on your phone, the question arises of how to connect services that will reduce the cost of mobile communication services.
We invite you to read the detailed instructions for activating the “Whole World” package on your phone in order to discover communication without borders.
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To connect “The Whole World” you need to use the standard methods used by Megafon subscribers:
- Call the number 0500978 or the operator’s technical support line – 0500 .
- Send an empty message or with any text to the number 0500978.
- Connect in the “Services and Options” section Personal Account .
Authorization
Go to the “Services and Options” tab
Switch the tab to “All available”
Find the “Whole World” option and click on the “Connect” button
- Use the USSD service command – *131*1# and the call button at the end.
You can also contact a specialist at any service center of the company with this question.
How to disable the option?
After returning home, it is better to turn off the service. Otherwise, the subscriber will be charged a daily subscription fee of 59 rubles. You can disable the option in several ways:
- through your Personal Account by going to the “Tariff Plans” section and clicking on the “Disable” button next to the corresponding function;
- deactivation can be done via USSD request *131*0#;
- You can also deactivate the function by sending an SMS with the text “Stop” to the number 0500978.
Disabling the “Whole World” option
After the trip, it is recommended to disable this option. If you don’t know how to do this, then follow our advice - we will teach you how to cope with this task.
The first thing you can do is to seek advice from the same service center. The address of the operator’s nearest service point in your city can be found on its official website.
The Megafon website contains a map of communication shops for consultations and connection of services.
Also, the methods for connecting and disabling Megafon options usually have slightly differences - you can deactivate the service by sending a message to the well-known number 0500978 , only now you need to type the word STOP .
In the USSD deactivation request, you also need to make changes, the command will look like this - *131*0# and do not forget to press the call button.
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Disabling the service
If you decide to deactivate the service, you can use one of the following methods:
- Use your “Personal Account” by visiting the Megafon website.
- Send an SMS to 0500978, writing the word STOP in English letters.
- Dial USSD combination *131*0# and call.
It’s very easy to disable the “Whole World” functionality; these methods are available at any time.
Customer Reviews
For many subscribers, before connecting, it is very important to read the reviews of users who have had experience using certain options, so we decided that their words would best reveal the topic from Megafon.
Oleg : “The children gave my wife and I a trip to Turkey, but, alas, we couldn’t take the dog with us, which my wife couldn’t part with even for a short time. To avoid stress, my son connected Megafon to our number. You know, this is the first time I’ve encountered that the costs of cellular communications abroad were so low. Every day my son called us with a report about his pet, and pennies were debited from the balance. It’s immediately clear that the operator was conscientious.”
Alexander : “I often go on tour to neighboring countries and even further, so the topic of mobile communications expenses was very relevant for me, but only until I activated the additional option “The Whole World.” Now I receive calls mostly for free. Many thanks to the operator - I always recommend him to my colleagues and friends.”
Elena : “I’m very pleased with Megafon, now communication with my children’s nanny during my absence in the country does not cost me so much.”
Reviews
Feedback from clients who have already tried the option will help you make the right choice in favor of connecting to the offer.
Ivan “The option allows you to travel comfortably even to distant countries - you no longer need to give up conversations with your family.”
Mikhail Sergeevich “The cost is quite affordable for international roaming; every day you can have time to talk with all the necessary contacts.”
Yvette “A convenient offer for those who often travel abroad - you can talk for up to 40 minutes per day for only 99 rubles, it’s very cheap.”
Peculiarities
The description of the option cannot be complete without mentioning several important features of using the service. Subscribers should remember that:
- there are several countries where the offer is not valid (the list should be checked with Megafon consultants or on the company’s official portal);
- the tariff is incompatible with other add-ons to reduce roaming costs;
- To obtain information about the remaining available minutes, dial *558# and wait for an answer.
If you remember all the listed nuances, then no problems or difficulties will arise when connecting and using the tariff plan.
How to deactivate a roaming tariff
Having returned from a trip, the subscriber does not consider it necessary to make daily payments, how to disable the service on Megafon? Select a convenient deactivation option:
- Dial of a special USSD combination by the user through the calls section – *131*0#;
- Using SMS shutdown - create a text message with the word “STOP”, forward it to phone 0500978;
- Register in your Personal Account on the Megafon website, receive a password, find the corresponding service and switch it to a passive state.
Owners of the considered offer from the Megafon provider receive a unique opportunity to communicate freely within international roaming for a small subscription fee. The tariff function is convenient and beneficial for travel enthusiasts who find it important to get in touch every day.
Connection options
The mobile company made sure that not a single client encountered difficulties when activating the service. She has developed a lot of different connection methods, each of which stands out for its simplicity and accessibility.
To activate a tariff for international calls, you will need:
- visit the website and use the special button available in the option description section;
- perform the necessary actions in your personal account;
- send a special SMS message;
- dial the USSD command on your cell phone;
- call support operators and ask for help from specialists;
- visit the nearest company office and entrust the activation to the managers working there.
Whatever the chosen approach, the result will be the same: subscribers will be able to receive calls abroad without worrying about the remaining balance.
Benefits of the service
Subscribers who activate this option can save a significant amount of money on incoming calls while traveling. The “World Without Borders” tariff is provided under the following conditions:
- the duration of incoming calls should not exceed 30 minutes per day;
- calls that exceed the specified limit are paid separately;
- calls that last more than 30 minutes are subject to payment according to standard roaming tariffs;
- the cost of the option is 30 rubles;
- The cost of the subscription fee is 25 rubles per day.
The mobile operator offers special prices for Internet access services. The cost of 1 megabyte is no more than 6 rubles. If the subscriber uses the Internet, the traffic package is connected. The cost and size of this service package differs in different countries of the world.
