Georgia Visa for Indians 2026: eVisa Guide, Fees & Requirements

A Georgia visa is an official electronic or physical entry permit issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia that authorizes Indian citizens to enter and stay in Georgia for a specific purpose and duration. Georgia operates a modern eVisa system through its official portal (evisa.gov.ge), allowing travelers to obtain short-stay visas entirely online without visiting an embassy or consulate. The eVisa grants the same right to enter Georgian territory as an ordinary sticker-visa affixed to the passport. For travelers who hold valid visas or residence permits from certain countries, Georgia offers visa-free entry for up to 90 days within any 180-day period.

Yes. Indian passport holders must obtain a visa before traveling to Georgia for tourism, business, or any other purpose, unless they qualify under the visa-free entry program. India is not among the visa-waiver countries for Georgia. There is no visa-on-arrival facility for Indian citizens at any Georgian port of entry. Applications must be submitted through the official eVisa portal (evisa.gov.ge), except for long-term visa categories which require in-person submission at the Embassy of Georgia in New Delhi.

What Is Available and Not Available

Georgia offers several visa categories for Indian citizens depending on the purpose of travel. The eVisa system covers short-stay purposes, while long-term visas require in-person embassy submission.

Visa Type Summary

Tourist eVisa

Best for: Indian travelers visiting Georgia for leisure, sightseeing, or family visits. This is the most popular visa category for Indian citizens. The application is completed entirely online through evisa.gov.ge with no embassy visit required. The eVisa is issued as a PDF document sent to your registered email. Multiple entries are permitted during the 120-day validity period, with a maximum stay of 30 days per entry. For a complete walkthrough of the tourist eVisa process, see the dedicated Georgia tourist visa guide.

Business eVisa

Best for: Indian professionals attending meetings, conferences, trade exhibitions, or conducting business negotiations in Georgia. Select "Business/Professional" as your purpose of visit in the eVisa application form. Business eVisa does not permit paid employment in Georgia. The same documents are required as the tourist eVisa, plus a business invitation letter or company registration proof. Processing follows the same timeline as tourist eVisa applications. For detailed business visitor requirements, refer to the Georgia business visa guide.

Transit Visa

Best for: Indian travelers transiting through Georgia who need to leave the international transit area at the airport. If you remain in the international transit area and do not clear immigration, no visa is required. The transit eVisa allows a short stay of up to 72 hours. Processing takes 5-7 working days.

Student Visa

Best for: Indians enrolled in short-term study programs, training courses, or academic exchanges in Georgia lasting less than 90 days. Select "Study and Training less than 90 days" as your purpose of visit. For longer academic programs, a D3 long-stay visa obtained through the embassy may be required.

Work Visa (D1) and Long-Stay Visa (D3)

Best for: Indians with pre-arranged employment or those planning extended stays exceeding 90 days in Georgia. These visa categories require in-person submission at the Embassy of Georgia in New Delhi. Processing takes 4-8 weeks and requires additional documentation including a work contract, employer sponsorship letters, and approval from relevant Georgian authorities.

Official Visa Fees

Additional Charges

Payment Notes

- Consular fee ($20) must be paid by Visa or Mastercard credit/debit card within 5 hours of completing email verification

- The card does not need to be under the applicant's name — third-party payment is accepted

- All fees are non-refundable — regardless of application outcome or if the visa is not used

- DuVerify fee ($15) must be paid separately after the initial application is submitted; the payment link is sent by email and must be completed within 24 hours

- The 2% service fee is automatically added to the consular fee during payment

- Keep all payment confirmation emails as proof of payment

General Documents (All eVisa Types)

- Valid Indian passport with minimum validity extending at least 3 months beyond the requested visa's validity period

- Passport must have at least 2 blank pages and be issued within the last 10 years

- Passport must not be damaged and should not contain unofficial remarks

- Recent passport-size photograph meeting the specifications below

- Proof of accommodation — hotel booking confirmation or signed invitation letter from a Georgian host covering the entire stay

- Round-trip flight tickets — confirmed booking showing entry and exit dates

- Travel and health insurance covering the entire stay in Georgia (minimum 30,000 GEL coverage — mandatory from 2026)

- Bank statement for the last 3 months showing sufficient financial means (minimum balance ~₹50,000-₹75,000 recommended)

- Proof of travel purpose — day-wise itinerary for tourism, invitation letter for business, or admission letter for study

- Cover letter addressed to the Visa Officer explaining the purpose and duration of travel (optional but recommended)

Passport-Size Photograph Specifications

Indian Banking Nuances for Georgia Visa Application

Category-Specific Documents

Tourist eVisa:

- Day-wise travel itinerary covering all planned activities and destinations

- Leave approval letter from employer (if employed)

- Confirmed hotel reservations for the entire stay

Business eVisa:

- Business invitation letter from a registered Georgian company

- Company registration documents of the Indian employer

- Letter of responsibility from the Indian employer on company letterhead

- Business card (if available)

Student eVisa (up to 90 days):

- Admission or enrollment letter from a recognized Georgian educational institution

- Proof of payment for tuition or course fees (if applicable)

Work Visa (D1) / Long-Stay Visa (D3):

- Work contract signed by the Georgian employer

- Sponsorship letter from the employing organization in Georgia

- Additional documents as requested by the Embassy of Georgia

Document Guidelines

- All documents must be in English or Georgian. Documents in other languages require certified translations

- Passport scan must be a full-color, high-resolution PDF of the data page showing photo, personal details, and signature

- Each document must be uploaded in the format specified by the eVisa portal — PDFs for multi-page documents, JPEG for photos

- All uploaded files must be clear, legible, and not password-protected

- At the Georgian border, travelers must be able to present the original or printed copies of all submitted documents

The Georgia eVisa application process consists of two mandatory stages. Missing either stage will result in automatic cancellation of the application.

Stage 1 — Submit Your eVisa Application

1. Check eligibility — Confirm that you do not hold a qualifying visa (US, UK, Schengen, etc.) that would allow visa-free entry. If you do, you may not need to apply at all.

2. Prepare all documents — Gather passport scan, photo, hotel booking, flight tickets, insurance certificate, bank statement, and itinerary before starting the application.

3. Visit the official portal — Go to evisa.gov.ge and click on "APPLICATION" in the top menu. Use the official government portal only — the Ministry of Foreign Affairs warns against third-party websites.

4. Complete the application form — Select citizenship: India → Travel Document: Ordinary Passport → Purpose of visit: Tourism (or your relevant purpose). Fill all personal details exactly as printed on your passport. Enter your middle name after your given name with a space between them.

5. Upload all required documents — Upload passport scan (single PDF), photo, accommodation proof, flight tickets, travel insurance, bank statement, and proof of travel purpose.

6. Review and submit — Double-check all entries for accuracy. Mistakes in personal details or passport information will invalidate the visa and fees are non-refundable.

7. Complete email verification — After submission, check your email (including spam folder) for a verification link. The verification email is valid for only 1 hour — complete verification immediately.

8. Pay the consular fee — After verification, pay $20 + 2% service fee by Visa or Mastercard within 5 hours. The card does not need to be in your name.

Stage 2 — Complete DuVerify (Critical — Within 24 Hours)

9. Receive DuVerify link — After successful payment, a DuVerify verification link is sent to your registered email.

10. Complete DuVerify within 24 hours — This is a mandatory additional verification step requiring a separate payment of $15 USD. Failure to complete this step within 24 hours will result in automatic rejection of the visa application.

11. Wait for processing — The official processing time is a minimum of 5 working days. During peak seasons, allow 10-15 working days.

12. Receive eVisa by email — Once approved, the eVisa is sent as a PDF document. Print multiple copies to carry during travel. The eVisa is electronically linked to your passport number.

The Georgia eVisa is processed entirely online through the official government portal. No embassy visit is required for short-stay eVisa applications. For long-term visas (work, study over 90 days), applications are submitted in person at the Embassy of Georgia in New Delhi. For complete contact details, visit the Georgia Embassy in India page.

Recommendation: Apply at least 2-3 weeks before your intended travel date for standard eVisa applications. During peak season (June-August), apply 3-4 weeks in advance. Work and long-stay visa applicants should allow 6-8 weeks minimum.

Common Rejection Reasons and Solutions

Upon arrival at Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) or other Georgian ports of entry, immigration authorities may request to see your eVisa printout, passport, proof of accommodation, return flight tickets, travel insurance, and proof of sufficient financial means. The eVisa is electronically linked to your passport number, but carrying a printed copy is strongly recommended. Your maximum permitted stay is 30 days per entry within the 120-day visa validity period. Multiple entries are allowed — if you leave Georgia and return within the validity period, you can use the remaining days. Overstaying your visa can result in fines and potential entry bans. If you need to stay longer, you must exit Georgia and reapply for a new eVisa — visa extensions are not permitted for eVisa holders. Keep your passport and eVisa printout accessible at all times; Georgian authorities conduct random identity checks at airports, hotels, and public venues.

- Georgia offers a fully online eVisa system at evisa.gov.ge — no embassy visit required for short-stay visas.

- Total cost is approximately $35.40 ($20 consular fee + $0.40 service fee + $15 DuVerify) with a minimum processing time of 5 working days.

- The DuVerify step is mandatory — complete it within 24 hours of submitting the application or the visa is automatically cancelled.

- Indian travelers with valid US, UK, Schengen, Canada, Australia, Japan, South Korea, GCC, or qualifying visas can enter Georgia visa-free for up to 90 days.

- Everything you need for a successful application is on the Georgia visa requirements page.