Georgia Digital Nomad Visa
Remotely from Georgia
Overview
Nomad Score
Our unique composite ratingFees, processing, online application
Duration, renewability, family
No tax on foreign income
Safety, healthcare, development
Internet, English, tap water
Nomad Score is calculated from visa accessibility, stay flexibility, tax benefits, living quality (UNDP, UNODC, WHO data), and digital infrastructure. Updated 2026-04-05.
Application Process
Prepare Documents
Gather 5 required documents including valid passport, proof of income ($2,000+/month or $24,000 savings)
Submit Application
Complete and submit the application online
Processing
Wait 10 days for a decision
Approval
Receive your visa approval
Arrive & Register
Arrive in Georgia and complete any local registration
Prepare Documents
Gather 5 required documents including valid passport, proof of income ($2,000+/month or $24,000 savings)
Submit Application
Complete and submit the application online
Processing
Wait 10 days for a decision
Approval
Receive your visa approval
Arrive & Register
Arrive in Georgia and complete any local registration
Visa Requirements
Financials
- Income Proof
Proof of at least $2,000 USD/month in stable foreign income, OR total savings of at least $24,000 USD. Bank statements and employment documentation required.
- Income Type
monthly
Background & Health
- Health Insurance Required
- Background Check Required
- Minimum Age 18+ years old
Advantages
- • Low income requirement makes it accessible to many remote workers
- • No tax on foreign income
- • 12-month initial stay period
- • Visa is renewable
- • Family members can be included
- • Can apply online
- • Can apply from abroad without visiting an embassy
- • Low application fee ($0)
Disadvantages
- • No direct pathway to permanent residency
- • Background check required (adds processing time)
Policy Change History
Tracking visa requirement changes over time to help you stay informed.
Processing time updated to ~10 days
Georgia's Remotely from Georgia program processes applications in approximately 10 days.
Source: Verified via official portal
'Remotely from Georgia' program launched
Georgia launched its remote worker program during the pandemic, targeting digital nomads.
Source: Georgian National Tourism Administration
Real Nomad Experiences
What people are saying about applying for this visa — sourced from public social media posts.
💬 u/VaughnSterling r/digitalnomad 2024-11 Positive"Georgia — 'Remotely from Georgia': simple program for stays up to ~360 days, low cost of living and relaxed entry rules for many nationalities — fast to apply and popular with nomads who value low overheads."
Practical overview highlighting Georgia's simplicity and low costs
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Quotes are from public social media posts and may not reflect current visa policies. Always verify with official sources.
Tax & Legal
Foreign Income
Georgia generally does not tax foreign-sourced income for holders of this visa, making it highly attractive for remote workers.
Local Income
Income earned from local Georgia sources is taxable at standard rates.
Georgia has a territorial tax system. Foreign-sourced income is generally not taxed. Flat 20% income tax rate applies to Georgian-source income only.
Living in Georgia
All ratings use a unified A–D scale. A = best for digital nomads in each category.
Very Affordable
Numbeo Cost of Living Index: 30/100 (NYC=100, lower=cheaper)
Safe
UNODC Homicide Rate: 1.6/100k population
Adequate
WHO Universal Health Coverage Index: 63/100
Adequate — Coworking Recommended
Ookla Speedtest: 40 Mbps median download
High Development
UNDP Human Development Index: 0.802
Subtropical coast, continental east — warm summers, cold mountain winters
WHO/UNICEF JMP
Basics recommended
Climate classification
Sources: UNDP HDR 2024 · UNODC Homicide Data · WHO UHC 2023 · Numbeo · Ookla · WHO/UNICEF JMP. Updated 2025-07.
Common Questions
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Where to Live & Work
Tbilisi
Ultra-affordable capital with rich history, incredible food and wine, and a growing tech scene.
Popular Neighborhoods
Vera / Vake
Upscale residential, parks, cafes, walkable
Best for: Professionals wanting a comfortable base
Old Town (Abanotubani)
Historic, sulfur baths, cobblestone streets, tourist area
Best for: Short-term stays and culture lovers
Saburtalo
Local residential, universities, very affordable
Best for: Budget nomads wanting a local experience
Coworking Spaces
Well-established, good networking events
Creative space in a converted warehouse
Professional setting, reliable infrastructure
Local Tips
- ● Georgian food is incredible and very affordable - try khinkali and khachapuri
- ● Wine culture is ancient and unique - natural wine is everywhere
- ● Bolt taxi app is the best way to get around cheaply
Batumi
Black Sea resort town with modern architecture, beach life, and even lower costs than Tbilisi.
Popular Neighborhoods
New Boulevard
Modern high-rises, sea views, walkable promenade
Best for: Those wanting modern apartments with sea views
Old Town
Charming narrow streets, local restaurants, historic
Best for: Budget nomads who love character and history
Coworking Spaces
Basic but functional, right downtown
Branch of the Tbilisi creative space
Local Tips
- ● Best visited May-October for beach weather
- ● Much quieter than Tbilisi but growing in popularity
- ● Casino tourism means some areas are flashy but affordable
General Tips for Georgia
- ● Georgia allows visa-free stays up to 1 year for most nationalities
- ● No special visa needed to work remotely - one of the easiest countries for nomads
- ● Georgian lari is stable and costs are among the lowest in Europe
Prices are approximate and based on publicly available data as of 2026-04. Actual costs vary by individual circumstances and market conditions.
After You Arrive
Personal Number (ID Number)
Only needed if opening a business or working with Georgian companies
Bank Account
Can open: Yes
Recommended: TBC Bank (most popular), Bank of Georgia, Liberty Bank
Alternatives: Wise works well, but local account is so easy there's little reason not to get one
Housing Search
Main platforms: ss.ge (Georgian, most listings), MyHome.ge, Airbnb, Facebook Groups
- • Rent is incredibly cheap
- • Short-term furnished apartments abundant
- • Deposits typically 1 month
- • English-speaking landlords common in Tbilisi
What Nobody Tells You
'Remotely from Georgia' launched in summer 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, making Georgia one of the world's first countries to create a digital nomad program. It beat many Western European countries by 1-2 years.
Opening a bank account in Georgia is shockingly easy compared to most countries - you just walk in with your passport and walk out with an account the same day or next day. No proof of address, no utility bills, no reference letters. This is globally unusual.
Georgia's average monthly salary is around $400-500, making the $2,000 visa requirement 4-5x the local wage. You'll live extremely comfortably - a nice 1BR in central Tbilisi costs $300-500/month.
The application is free ($0 fee), which is almost unique globally. Processing takes about 10 business days, making it one of the fastest digital nomad visas to obtain.
Georgia is one of the few countries where many nationalities can stay visa-free for 1 year anyway, so the formal 'Remotely from Georgia' visa mainly provides official status and certainty.
Income in Context
Visa Requirement
$2,000/mo
Local Average Wage
$450/mo
Living Costs
At $2,000/month income, you're earning 4.4x the Georgian average wage. This puts you solidly in the upper class. A nice 1BR in Tbilisi costs $300-500/month, leaving $1,500+ for other expenses - more than most Georgians earn in total.
Georgia is one of the most affordable countries in Europe. Tbilisi is the most expensive city but still very cheap by international standards. Batumi (beach city) and Kutaisi are even cheaper.
Advanced Questions
Can I work for a Georgian company while on the Remotely from Georgia visa?
What happens if my application is rejected?
Do I need to leave Georgia to renew my visa?
Can I open a business in Georgia on this visa?
Do I pay taxes in Georgia on my remote income?
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