Caucasus
Georgia Visa Guide
Visa-free base, low cost of living
Quick answer
Georgia offers 5 visa categories: digital nomad (1 year), business (90 days), diplomatic (90 days within 180 days), special (long-term, multiple entry), and ordinary work visa (90 days in 180 days). [1][3][6][8][11]
At a glance
Georgia offers one of the most generous visa-free regimes in the world — citizens of 90+ countries can stay a full year without a visa. Remotely from Georgia formalizes long stays for remote workers, and the 1% small-business tax regime is a major draw.
Visa options in Georgia (22)
Digital nomad / remote work
Tourist / short-stay
Work
Category C — Ordinary Visa
90 days in any 180-day period for short-term multiple-entry visas
Category D1 — Immigration Visa (Labor/Entrepreneurial)
90 calendar days
Category D2 — Professional / Freelance
Up to 6 years
D1 Visa
90 days in any 180-day period
Investor / entrepreneur
Other visa types
Category A — Diplomatic Visa
90 days within any 180-day period
Category B — Special Visa
Initial visa validity (long-term visa, multiple entry)
Category D3 — Study Visa
90 days
Category D5 — (long-term, 1yr validity long-term visa grounds)
90 days within any 180-day period
Category T — Transit Visa
90 days
D2 Visa
90 days
D5 Visa
90 days in any 180-day period
General Residence Permit (post-visa, for settling long-term)
other
Immigration Visa (Type D)
90 calendar days
Disputed territories
Own entry permit system, own visa-exempt country list, distinct from Georgian policy
De facto administration running a separate entry system; limited international recognition.
No formal visas issued, but requires advance government approval + valid Russian visa (only accessible via Russia)
De facto administration running a separate entry system; limited international recognition.
Am I eligible for anything here?
Georgia's visa eligibility depends heavily on:
- Your nationality — some visas apply nationality-based exclusions or bilateral agreements
- Your income and financial situation
- How long you want to stay
- Whether you're bringing dependents
Community insights
Most nomads skip the program entirely and use the 365-day visa-free stay instead.
web_search · other · Jul 16, 2026
Embassies & consulates
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa to visit Georgia?
Georgia offers several visa categories for visitors, including a diplomatic visa for official travel [6] and a business visa for entrepreneurs [3]. For short stays, the ordinary work visa allows 90 days in any 180-day period [11]. Many travelers may also be eligible for visa-free entry, but this depends on your nationality.
What is the most popular visa for remote workers?
The 'Remotely from Georgia' digital nomad visa is a popular option, allowing a 1-year stay [1]. However, some nomads skip the program and use the 365-day visa-free stay instead, as noted in community insights.
Can I work in Georgia with a business visa?
The business visa is designed for entrepreneurs and allows a 90-day stay [3]. It is not a work permit for employment; for work purposes, you would need the ordinary work visa [11].
What is the tax rate for foreign residents in Georgia?
Georgia offers a very low effective tax rate of approximately 1% for foreign residents [11], making it attractive for digital nomads and entrepreneurs.
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Sources
One numbered entry per specific claim — several entries may point to the same underlying document, each with its own locator.
- [1]
Remotely from Georgia — Digital nomad route, 1 year
Primary source · Last verified: Aug 15, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [2]
Remotely from Georgia — Digital nomad route, 1 year
evisa.gov.ge / geoconsul.gov.ge / mfa.gov.ge [NEEDS VERIFICATION] · Last verified: Aug 15, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [3]
Business Visa — Entrepreneur route, 90 days
Primary source · Last verified: Aug 15, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [4]
Business Visa — Entrepreneur route, 90 days
Primary source · Last verified: Aug 15, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [5]
Business Visa — Entrepreneur route, 90 days
Terminal: portal_only · Last verified: Aug 15, 2026Cross-referenced - [6]
Category A — Diplomatic Visa — Other route, 90 days within any 180-day period
Primary source · Last verified: Aug 15, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [7]
Category A — Diplomatic Visa — Other route, 90 days within any 180-day period
Migration Commission (state coordination body) — visa categories page [Verified (deep-linked)] · Last verified: Aug 15, 2026Cross-referenced - [8]
Category B — Special Visa — Other route, Initial visa validity (long-term visa, multiple entry)
Primary source · Last verified: Aug 15, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [9]
Category B — Special Visa — Other route, Initial visa validity (long-term visa, multiple entry)
Migration Commission [Verified (deep-linked)] · Last verified: Aug 15, 2026Cross-referenced - [10]
Category B — Special Visa — Other route, Initial visa validity (long-term visa, multiple entry)
Primary source · Last verified: Aug 15, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [11]
Effective tax-rate estimate for foreign residents (~1%)
VisaBook internal estimate (soft-preference data) · Last verified: Aug 15, 2026Verified — deep-linkedVisaBook internal soft-preference estimate used by Search filters — not an official statistic.
- [12]
Affordability index and climate tags
VisaBook internal estimate (soft-preference data) · Last verified: Aug 15, 2026Verified — deep-linkedVisaBook internal soft-preference estimate used by Search filters — not an official statistic.
This page reflects Georgia's officially published visa categories as of the dates above. It is not legal advice. For detailed, case-specific requirements for any visa listed here, see that visa's own page.