🇬🇪Visa options for Georgia
Georgia offers 18 visa and permit types across 8 categories — from short-stay eVisas and work residence permits to the IT Nomad permit (launched Sept 2025), real estate and investment residency, family reunification, and permanent residency after 6 years. 12 lead to PR; 17 don't require a job offer.
18permit types
8categories
12PR pathways
17no job needed
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Visa categories in Georgia
All Georgia visa types
Work (4)
Right to Labour Activity Permit Work
Mandatory work authorization (from March 2026) for foreign nationals employed or self-employed in Georgia — GEL 200 standard / GEL 400 expedited; prerequisite for Employment Residence Permit
D1 Work Immigration Visa Work
Embassy entry visa for visa-required nationals intending to work in Georgia; transitions to Employment Residence Permit onshore
Employment Residence Permit Work
Temporary residence for employees of Georgian-registered companies; 6–12 months initial, up to 10-year renewals; requires Right to Labour Activity Permit from March 2026
Business / Individual Entrepreneur Residence Permit Work
Residence for self-employed entrepreneurs and business owners; requires active IE registration or LLC with 50,000 GEL+ annual turnover
Investment (3)
Real Estate Residence Permit Investment
1-year renewable residence for owners of Georgian property valued at USD 150,000+ (threshold raised from USD 100,000 as of March 2026); spouses and children eligible as dependents
D5 Investment Immigration Visa Investment
Embassy entry visa for investors with USD 300,000+ qualifying investment; transitions to Investment Residence Permit onshore
Investment Residence Permit Investment
5-year residence for investors maintaining USD 300,000+ in real estate or company capital; permanent residence available after 5 years of maintained investment
Special (4)
IT Nomad Residence Permit Special
3-year residence for IT professionals and entrepreneurs (launched Sept 2025); requires 2+ years IT experience and USD 25,000+ annual income; 183 days/year in Georgia required; renewable to 12 years total
Human Trafficking Victim Residence Permit Special
Free state-issued protection permit for identified trafficking victims; provides legal status and access to State Fund for Victims support services
Domestic Violence Victim Residence Permit Special
Free protection permit for foreign nationals who are domestic violence victims in Georgia; issued on court or police protection order
Former Georgian Citizen Residence Permit Special
Simplified 1-year renewable residence for former Georgian citizens who have acquired foreign nationality; no standard financial thresholds apply
Visitor (2)
Georgian eVisa (C-Type) Visitor
Online short-stay visa for nationals not eligible for visa-free entry; USD 20, 5 business days processing, 90 days stay within 180-day validity
Embassy C-Visa (Ordinary Short-Stay Visa) Visitor
Physical visitor visa at Georgian embassies for nationals not on visa-free or eVisa lists; up to 90 days stay
Study (2)
D2 Study Immigration Visa Study
Embassy entry visa for visa-required nationals admitted to authorized Georgian educational institutions; transitions to Student Residence Permit
Student Residence Permit Study
Duration-of-studies residence for students enrolled at Ministry of Education-authorized institutions; minimum 5,532 GEL in funds required
Family (1)
Family Reunification Residence Permit Family
Temporary residence for spouses, minor children, and dependent parents of Georgian residents or citizens; sponsor must show 550 GEL/month income
Permanent (1)
Permanent Residence Permit Permanent
Indefinite residence after 6 years of continuous lawful residence in Georgia (or 5 years for qualifying investors); full unrestricted work rights; citizenship possible after 10 years
Frequently asked questions about Georgia visas
How many visa types does Georgia offer?
Georgia offers 18 visa and permit types across 8 categories — covering short-stay eVisas, work and business residence permits, student and family permits, investment pathways, the IT Nomad permit, and permanent residency.
Can I move to Georgia without a job offer?
Yes — 17 of Georgia's 18 permit types don't require a pre-arranged job offer. These include the real estate residence permit ($150K property), investment residence permit ($300K), IT Nomad permit, student, family, and visitor visas. Only the standard Employment Residence Permit requires an employment contract.
Does Georgia offer a pathway to permanent residency?
Yes. 12 of Georgia's permit types lead to permanent residency. The standard route requires 6 years of continuous lawful residence. Investors with a USD 300,000 qualifying investment can qualify for permanent residence after just 5 years.
What is Georgia's IT Nomad Residence Permit?
Launched in September 2025, Georgia's IT Nomad Residence Permit is a 3-year permit for IT professionals, entrepreneurs, and international IT company representatives. Requirements: 2+ years IT experience, USD 25,000+ annual income, and 183+ days per year in Georgia. Renewable for 3-year terms up to 12 years total, with time counting toward permanent residency.
How do I check my eligibility for Georgia?
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