In short
Owners of property in Georgia with a market value above USD 150,000 can apply for a temporary residence permit. Agricultural land does not count, and an accredited valuer confirms the value. Many buyers don't need one: citizens of the EU, the UK, the US and many other countries can stay visa-free for a year anyway.
See the requirementsWhat counts is the market value in the valuation, not the price in the contract.
How to applyRequirements
The conditions of the Public Service Development Agency, as of November 2026.
The market value must exceed USD 150,000, converted into lari. A valuer from an accredited body determines it. Agricultural land is excluded. Spouses and children can be included.
You must be registered as the owner in the public registry. A reservation or preliminary contract is not enough.
The permit is temporary and renewed as long as you remain the owner. After 5 years of ownership you can apply for permanent residence. From USD 300,000 there is also the investment residence permit.
Application
The usual route. The Public Service Hall publishes the current list of documents.
The apartment must be in your name in the registry.
A valuer from an accredited body confirms a market value above USD 150,000.
Apply at the Public Service Hall with passport, registry extract and valuation. The fee is GEL 300 for 30 days' processing, GEL 450 for 20 days or GEL 600 for 10 days.
After the decision you receive the residence card.
Citizens of the EU, Switzerland, the UK, the US and many other countries can stay visa-free for a year. That is enough for holidays and longer visits.
If you stay longer than a year at a time, want to open accounts or sign contracts more easily, or move to Georgia.
Frequently asked questions
Value, ownership, family and timing: what buyers want to know about the residence permit.
The market value must exceed USD 150,000. This threshold has applied since 1 March 2026; before it was USD 100,000. Holders under the old rule can keep renewing.
No. You must be registered as the owner. With new builds that is often only after completion or full payment.
Yes. The value of several properties can be combined. Still check your case with a lawyer or the Public Service Hall before buying.
Not automatically. Naturalisation has its own, much stricter rules.
GEL 300 for a decision in 30 days, GEL 450 in 20 days and GEL 600 in 10 days. The valuation comes on top.
Last reviewed on 1 November 2026. Sources: Public Service Development Agency (sda.gov.ge): residence permits, Law of Georgia on the Legal Status of Aliens and Stateless Persons, Georgian visa-free list of 8 June 2015. This guide is not legal or tax advice.
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