Travel to Georgia: arrival and getting around
Entry rules in short, a pickup at the airport, your first days in Tbilisi and the places worth a weekend trip – everything for a smooth start in Georgia.
Entering Georgia
Short trips
Many nationalities can enter Georgia visa-free for short stays. Eligible nationalities who need a visa can apply for a short-stay visa on the e-Visa portal.
Coming to study or work
A longer stay needs the matching visa – the D3 for study – or a residence permit, which you file in Georgia. Study visa for Georgia
Your arrival, step by step
Pickup at the airport
We meet you on arrival and take you to your new home.
SIM card and first day
A local SIM card bought and activated, and a first-day tour of transport, shops and the places you will need.
Registration
We go with you to the university and the Public Service Hall for your registration and residence permit.
Places worth a weekend
Getting around: public transport is affordable and the cities are well connected, so Tbilisi, Batumi and the mountains are all within easy reach. More about life in Georgia
Quick answers
Do I need a visa to travel to Georgia?
Many nationalities can enter Georgia visa-free for short stays, and eligible nationalities can apply for a short-stay visa on the e-Visa portal. A longer stay for study or work needs the matching visa or a residence permit.
Can someone meet me at the airport?
Yes. Our team picks you up at the airport, takes you to your new home and helps with a local SIM card and your first days.
Is it easy to get around Georgia?
Public transport is affordable and the cities are well connected, so trips inside Tbilisi, to Batumi or into the mountains are straightforward.
Do I need travel insurance?
Yes for a visa: the D3 visa file asks for travel insurance for your stay. See insurance plans.
Arriving in Georgia soon?
Book your airport pickup and arrival help from your account.