Legal & administrative services
Property purchases by foreigners in Georgia
Foreigners can buy flats, houses and commercial units in Georgia. Agricultural land is subject to restrictions.
What it is about
Ownership is entered in the public registry, applied for through the Public Service Hall. Before buying, check the registry extract, encumbrances, building permit and, when buying from a developer, the contract.
Under the Organic Law on Agricultural Land Ownership, foreigners generally may not acquire agricultural land. Anyone seeking a residence permit through property needs a value of at least USD 150,000 for new applications since March 2026.
Requirements
- Passport
- Review of registry extract and encumbrances
- Purchase contract in Georgian (with translation)
- If absent: power of attorney with apostille
How it works
- Check the property and the registry
- Negotiate and translate the contract
- Signing, payment through the bank account
- Registration in the registry
How StartKap helps
We review documents, arrange translations and the power of attorney and support the registration. Specific projects are on our real estate page.
Legal status checked on 9 Nov 2026. General information, not legal or tax advice for your individual case.
Questions about this service
Can I buy without travelling?
Yes, with an apostilled power of attorney. We explain the steps.
Do I automatically get a residence permit with the property?
No. It must be applied for and, for new applications since March 2026, requires at least USD 150,000.
Can I buy through a Georgian company?
Yes, a Georgian company can also acquire property. Tax and banking consequences differ from a private purchase; we discuss both.