Visitor & short-stay visas
Georgian Visa-Free Entry
Nationals of a large list of countries can enter Georgia without a visa and stay for up to 365 days, making it one of the most generous visa-free arrangements available for eligible passport holders.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
Confirm the current visa-free country list and the 365-day stay on geoconsul.gov.ge, and verify the 1 January 2026 mandatory travel-medical-insurance requirement (reported minimum coverage 30,000 GEL) against an official Georgian government source before publishing figures.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Georgia government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Visa-free entry (under Government of Georgia ordinance)
- Route type
- Visa exemption on arrival
- Maximum stay
- Up to 365 days per entry
- Applies to nationals of listed countries; confirm your nationality's exact terms with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Cost
- No visa fee
Who it is for
- Nationals of countries on Georgia's visa-free list travelling for tourism, family visits, business or other short-term purposes
- Travellers who do not intend to take up employment, enrol in long-term study or settle without a residence permit
Requirements
- A passport valid for the intended stay
- Nationality that appears on Georgia's visa-free list
- Since 1 January 2026, foreign nationals entering Georgia are reported to be required to hold travel medical insurance valid for the duration of the stay
- Ability to satisfy border officers as to the purpose and funding of the visit
What you can do
- Tourism, sightseeing and leisure travel
- Visiting friends and relatives
- Business meetings, conferences and negotiations
- Remain for up to 365 days without a residence permit
How to apply
- No application is required in advance for eligible nationalities
- Present a valid passport at the port of entry
- Check the current visa-free country list on geoconsul.gov.ge before travelling
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.
Related Georgian visas
- SHORT STAYTOURISM & BUSINESSOrdinary Visa (Category C)Georgia's short-stay visa for tourism, business, family visits, study exchanges and similar short-term purposes, aimed at nationals who need a visa for a temporary stay in the country.View visa details
- SHORT STAYONLINE APPLICATIONGeorgia e-VisaThe online application route for eligible nationals to obtain a short-stay ordinary visa before travelling, letting you apply and receive your visa digitally without visiting an embassy.View visa details
- SHORT STAYTRANSITTransit Visa (Category T)A visa allowing foreign nationals to pass through Georgian territory en route to a third country, intended purely for onward travel rather than a stay within Georgia itself.View visa details
