When to apply to Georgian universities
Two starts a year at most universities – but recognition, the visa and the residence permit take time too. Plan backwards from your first lecture.
Start dates by university
Each university's own intake information:
A realistic timeline
Give yourself three to four months before your intake:
Prepare and translate
Your passport, school certificate and transcript are translated into Georgian and notarized.
NCEQE and the Ministry
Expect roughly 5 days to a month for recognition and the Ministry's confirmation.
Enroll and file the visa
Enrollment takes a few weeks (University of Georgia: 3–4); a D visa can take up to 30 calendar days at the embassy.
Residence permit in Georgia
File at least 40 days before your visa expires; you choose a 10-, 20- or 30-day decision through the fee.
Quick answers
How many intakes do universities in Georgia have?
Usually two – Fall and Spring. European University is the exception with one autumn intake.
Are there fixed deadlines?
Some universities publish them – Caucasus University, for example: 20 August (Fall) and 20 October (Spring). Others accept students until their places fill.
How long before the semester should I start?
Plan for three to four months: recognition, enrollment and the visa each need a few weeks.
Is there a university that accepts applications at any time?
Yes – the University of Georgia keeps registration open year-round.
Where these facts come from
- Admission terms published by each partner university's international office – Collected by our team in Tbilisi
- Visa information – Embassy of Georgia to Jordan – Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia
- Visa, insurance and residence permit for international students – Caucasus University
- Information for international students: visa and residence permit – Ilia State University
Checked 5 November 2026. Fees and rules change from time to time; our team checks the current ones for you.
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