Tourist Health and Accident Insurance in Georgia: 2026 Requirements

Since 1 January 2026, tourists entering Georgia generally need a valid health and accident insurance policy. Arrange the policy before travel and keep a copy available at entry.

What your policy should provide

• At least GEL 30,000 of insurance cover.
• Cover for the full tourist stay, including arrival and departure dates.
• A policy available in Georgian or English.
• A physical or electronic copy that can be presented when requested.

A Georgian or foreign insurer may issue the policy. The official notice also specifies the information it must contain: the parties, territory, subject of cover, start and expiry dates, insured risks, limits and premium/payment details.

Who is exempt?

The official notice lists specified exemptions, including diplomatic and special visa or passport holders, accredited diplomatic or international-organisation personnel and qualifying family members, people entering under applicable international agreements, and drivers engaged in international road freight or passenger transport.

Check the relevant status rather than assuming an ordinary holiday or visa-free entry is exempt. Ask the insurer to confirm the policy wording and coverage for your actual travel dates.

Insurance and your immigration application

The tourist insurance requirement is separate from eligibility for a residence permit or permission to work. If you are coming to Georgia to take up employment, start a business or prepare a residence application, check the immigration requirements and the relevant insurance arrangements together.

Send us your nationality, intended entry basis and plans if you would like assistance with the visa or residence documents. We can help identify the application and supporting paperwork relevant to your circumstances.