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Country guideLast checked October 16, 2026

Visas and immigration in Georgia

2 routes from official government sources, grouped by type. Each guide covers who it's for, the requirements and where to apply.

Visit & tourism 1
Work permits 1

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Visiting Georgia

Short-stay rules by passport, from official sources. Last checked October 16, 2026.

102 passports visa-free
31 passports need an eTA or eVisa
116 passports need a visa

Passports that can visit without a visa

Visit & tourism1 pathway

Short-term C category ordinary visa (e-Visa) for tourism
Many nationalities can visit Georgia visa-free, most for a full year. Holders of a valid visa or residence permit from listed countries (such as the US, UK, Schengen states and some Gulf states) can also enter visa-free for 90 days in any 180. Others need a short-term C category visa, which can be applied for online through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs e-Visa portal or at a Georgian consulate. From 1 January 2026 every tourist must have health and accident insurance.
Temporary only
Last checked October 16, 2026
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Work permits1 pathway

Georgia right to work (labour activity permit) with work residence permit or D1 visa – labour migration rules in force from 1 March 2026
Since 1 March 2026, foreigners without permanent residence must get a 'right to work' from the State Employment Support Agency before working in Georgia. This covers employees of local employers and self-employed people. The local employer must first advertise the vacancy on worknet.moh.gov.ge for 10 working days, unless an exemption applies. The employer then applies on labourmigration.moh.gov.ge. After approval, the worker must get a D1 visa (if abroad) or a work or IT residence permit (if in Georgia).
Can lead to residence later
Last checked October 16, 2026
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