Tax residency & residence
Georgian residence permits
Many Europeans may stay in Georgia visa-free for a year. Staying longer, working there or bringing family requires a suitable residence permit.
What it is about
Residence permits are governed by the Law on the Legal Status of Aliens and Stateless Persons; applications go through the Public Service Hall. Common grounds are work, investment, family and property ownership.
New rules apply since 1 March 2026: working in Georgia generally requires a work permit, which is the basis for the work residence permit; for the property-based permit, new applications require a higher minimum value of USD 150,000.
Requirements
- Valid passport
- Proof of purpose (work, investment, property, family)
- Depending on type: work permit, registry extract or valuation
- Translated and certified documents
How it works
- Determine the right type of permit
- Prepare documents and translations
- Apply at the Public Service Hall
- Await the decision, collect the card, note renewal deadlines
How StartKap helps
We choose the right permit with you, prepare the documents and support the application – with our partner law firm. The authorities decide on the application.
Whether you need a work permit for your activity and which residence permit fits, we clarify with you in a consultation.
Legal status checked on 9 Nov 2026. General information, not legal or tax advice for your individual case.
Questions about this service
Does a residence permit make me tax resident?
No. Tax residency follows its own rules, mainly the number of days spent in Georgia.
Is a property enough for a residence permit?
For new applications since 1 March 2026 the value must be at least USD 150,000, proven by a recognised valuation.