Living in Georgia
Asia — Expat guide for moving and living abroad
Country overview
Capital
Tbilisi
Currency
GEL
Continent
Asia
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Entry requirements
Check if your passport needs a visa for Georgia.
Check visa requirementsPopular passport access to Georgia
| Passport | Status | Max Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | Visa Free | 90 days |
| Canada | Visa Free | 365 days |
| United States | Visa Free | 365 days |
| United Kingdom | Visa Free | 365 days |
| Germany | Visa Free | 365 days |
| France | Visa Free | 365 days |
| Spain | Visa Free | 365 days |
| India | E Visa | 30 days |
| Australia | Visa Free | 365 days |
| Brazil | Visa Free | 365 days |
Detailed visa guides for Georgia
Monthly costs
Tbilisi
Rent (center)
500 USD/mo
Groceries
220 USD/mo
Transport
25 USD/mo
Est. Monthly Total
815 USD/mo
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Work permits
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Work and Residence Permit
Duration: 1 year, renewable
Employment contract or business registration
Salary & tax
Income Tax Range
20% – 20%
Social Security (Employee)
0.02%
Flat 20%. Virtual Zone (0% for IT). Small Business Status (1%) for freelancers under GEL 500k.
Calculate your net salaryUseful services
Insurance
SafetyWing
Nomad health insurance for your stay in Georgia. Monthly subscription, cancel anytime.
Get a SafetyWing quote →Connectivity
Airalo
Georgia eSIM data plans from $4.50. Activate before you land — no SIM swap.
Get an Airalo eSIM →Language
iTalki
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