Georgia

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Phone Code

+995

Capital

Tbilisi

Population

3.7 Million

Native Name

საქართველო

Region

Asia

Western Asia

Timezone

Georgia Standard Time

UTC+04:00

Georgia is a Caucasus country at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, known for ancient wine-making traditions (8,000 years), stunning mountain landscapes, unique alphabet and language, Orthodox Christian heritage, and legendary hospitality. Tbilisi, the capital, blends old-world charm with modern energy. Visitors are drawn to Tbilisi's old town and sulfur baths, Kazbegi mountains and Gergeti Trinity Church, Svaneti's medieval towers, ancient cave city of Vardzia, wine region of Kakheti, Batumi's Black Sea coast, Uplistsikhe cave town, and UNESCO sites including Mtskheta. Georgia offers dramatic scenery, rich culture, delicious cuisine (khachapuri, khinkali), and very liberal visa policies making it increasingly popular with digital nomads and travelers.

Visa Requirements for Georgia

Georgia has one of the most liberal visa policies in the world. Citizens of over 90 countries including all EU member states, United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and many others can enter visa-free for tourism, business, or short-term study for up to 1 year (365 days) without any visa. Citizens of approximately 50 additional countries can obtain an e-visa online at https://www.evisa.gov.ge, typically processed within 5 business days, valid for 30 or 90 days depending on nationality. E-visas cost around $20 USD. A small number of countries still require traditional visa applications through Georgian embassies. Georgia's generous visa policy has made it a popular destination for long-term travelers and digital nomads.

Common Visa Types

Visa-Free Entry (Up to 1 Year)

Up to 365 days (1 full year) per entry; passport must be valid for duration of stay; no visa required; can be extended with residence permit.

For tourism, business, short-term study, or visiting friends/family for citizens of 90+ countries including EU, US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand.

E-Visa (30 or 90 Days)

30 or 90 days depending on nationality; apply at evisa.gov.ge; processing 5 business days; $20 USD fee; single entry; requires passport scan, photo, hotel booking.

For tourism or business for citizens of 50+ countries not eligible for visa-free entry but who can apply online.

Transit Visa

Up to 10 days; apply through Georgian embassy or e-visa portal; requires proof of onward travel and visa for final destination if required.

For travelers transiting through Georgia to another destination, required for some nationalities not eligible for visa-free transit.

Residence Permit

1-5 years renewable; requires specific purpose documentation; apply through Public Service Hall in Georgia; separate categories for work, study, family, business, etc.

For longer stays beyond tourist period for work, study, family reunification, or long-term residence in Georgia.

Important Travel Information

1-year visa-free stay: Georgia allows citizens of many countries to stay up to 365 consecutive days visa-free - one of the longest in the world. Perfect for digital nomads.

Occupied territories: South Ossetia and Abkhazia are occupied by Russia. Entering these regions from Russian side is illegal under Georgian law and may result in arrest.

Passport validity: Technically only needs to be valid for duration of stay. However, recommend 6 months validity for safety and onward travel.