How studying in Georgia works

From choosing a program to your first week in Tbilisi. Georgian universities admit international students without national exams, through a recognition process run by the National Center for Educational Quality Enhancement (NCEQE) and the Ministry of Education.

Step by step

Choose a program

Pick a university and an English-taught program. Compare tuition, duration and intake dates in our program list.

Send your documents

Usually your passport, school certificate with transcript (or Bachelor’s diploma for a Master’s), a 3×4 photo and an English certificate if you have one. Some universities also ask for a CV, motivation letter or video.

Translation and notarization

Most universities need your documents translated into Georgian and notarized. Our team does this locally in Georgia.

Interview and English check

A short online interview, and an internal English test if you have no certificate (most universities ask for B2, IELTS 5.5–6.0 or TOEFL equivalent).

Recognition and approval

The university submits your documents to NCEQE. The Ministry of Education makes the final decision. This takes from about 5 days to 1 month (the University of Georgia quotes 3–4 weeks).

Tuition and invitation letter

After approval you pay the tuition (in full or the first part, depending on the university) and receive the enrollment confirmation and invitation letter for your visa.

Study visa and residence permit

D3 study visa

Students who need a visa apply for the D3 immigration visa for studying in Georgia. Citizens of visa-exempt countries (for example the EU, USA, UAE, Israel and Turkey) may enter Georgia visa-free for up to one year.

Usually needed for the visa:

Visa application form and fee receipt
Passport and photo
Proof of finances
Proof of accommodation
Travel insurance
Invitation and acceptance letters from the university

Residence permit after arrival

Apply for a residence permit before your legal stay expires. You will typically need your passport, a photo, your visa documents, proof of finances and your university documents.

Visa processing takes up to about 4 weeks. If your visa is refused, all partner universities refund the tuition you paid once you show official proof.

Prepare for the visa interview

Local Student Support in Georgia

Our on-the-ground team supports international students in Georgia from admission until you are fully settled.

Admission and enrollment

Help choosing a university or college
Preparing and checking all required documents
Submitting your application and getting the admission letter
Georgian translation and notarization, done locally by our team (your original documents are sent to us for this)
Help with tuition payment and enrollment
Talking to the university administration on your behalf

Immigration and legal help

Migration registration after arrival
Full support at the Public Service Hall
Preparing every document for your residence permit
Notarization and certified translations
Coordinating the whole immigration process

Accommodation and settling in

Finding and booking suitable accommodation
Accommodation confirmation for residence procedures
Address registration
Rental agreements and talking to landlords
Advice on safe, convenient areas for students

Airport and arrival

Airport pickup and transfer to your accommodation
Getting and activating a SIM card
First-day orientation: transport, supermarkets and key places
Escort to the administrative offices you need

University registration

Enrollment at the university after you arrive
Access to the academic system and student portal
Class schedules, course registration and orientation days
Contact with faculty or administration when needed

Daily help, ongoing

Support via WhatsApp
Help with administrative and daily-life questions
Public transport, shopping, banking and local services
Emergency help with document or health problems

Start your application

Send us your passport, your school certificate or diploma with transcript, and the program you are interested in. We will reply with the next steps for your chosen university.