Georgia as Your Next Career Destination — A Complete Relocation Guide for Workers, Employers, and Recruitment Partners
Tucked between the Greater Caucasus Mountains and the Black Sea, Georgia has quietly built one of the most open and accessible economies in Eastern Europe and the Caucasus region. Citizens of more than 95 countries — including all EU and EEA member states — can enter Georgia without a visa and remain for up to 365 days without any formal immigration registration. For workers already based in Europe who are looking for an affordable base with genuine employment demand, a 20 per cent flat income tax, English-friendly professional environments in Tbilisi's growing technology sector, and a country that is actively investing in its own economic modernization, Georgia presents a seriously undervalued opportunity.
EU Helpers connects workers already living and working in Europe with verified Georgian employers across Tbilisi, Batumi, and Kutaisi — managing the correct work authorization pathway through the Georgian Revenue Service (GRS) and the relevant state registration authorities, and providing full post-arrival support covering Tax Identification Number (TIN) registration, social insurance enrollment, and practical settlement guidance in Georgia's main employment centres.
Georgia is not an EU member state but holds official EU candidate country status — awarded by the European Council in December 2023. This status reflects Georgia's trajectory toward EU legal and regulatory alignment and signals an improving business environment for international workers and employers. It also means the employment framework for foreign workers is evolving, and EU Helpers monitors updates to Georgia's labour and immigration regulations in real time.
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For Job Seekers Already in Europe
You are currently employed somewhere in Europe,e and you are considering Georgia as your next move — for a dramatically lower cost of living, a warmer climate, a new career challenge, or because your skills are in demand in Tbilisi's technology sector, Batumi's hospitality industry, or Georgia's active construction market. This guide explains what is legally required, what is genuinely accessible, and what EU Helpers manages on your behalf.
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For European Employers Operating in Georgia
You have operations or active vacancies in Georgia, and you want to source experienced workers already legally based in Europe — with relevant skills, European work experience, and the practical ability to relocate on realistic timelines. This guide explains your obligations as an employer in Georgia hiring internationally and how EU Helpers sources, screens, and supports candidates for your specific roles.
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For Recruitment Partners and Agencies
You operate in the European or Caucasus recruitment market and need a partner with Georgian employer networks, work authorization processing experience, and candidate infrastructure to service international placement requests in the Georgian market.
→ Explore EU Helpers recruitment partnership options for Georgia placements
Why Georgia Attracts International Workers
The entry framework is uniquely open. Georgia's 365-day visa-free rule — applicable to citizens of more than 95 countries, including all EU and EEA nationals — means workers can arrive, assess the employment environment, and begin employment formalities without the permit-first, work-second sequencing that characterizes most European immigration systems. For workers already in Europe who want to test a new market before fully committing, this is a genuine practical advantage.
The tax structure is simple and favourable. Georgia operates a flat 20 per cent personal income tax rate with no local or municipal income tax surcharge. Social contributions are relatively low compared with those in most EU member states. Employer social contributions in Georgia are significantly below the 30-45 per cent rates common in France, Germany, and Italy — making the employment cost structure favourable for international business operations.
The cost of living is among the lowest in Europe within a reasonable commute. Tbilisi's city centre offers furnished one-bedroom apartments at €300 to €600 per month. Batumi's resort coastal apartments average €250 to €500 per month. For workers whose professional skills command European salaries but who want to improve their purchasing power dramatically, the Georgia arbitrage is real and documented.
Genuine employment demand exists in specific sectors. Georgia's construction sector is experiencing a sustained boom, driven by Tbilisi's rapid urban development and Batumi's coastal resort expansion — the domestic supply of skilled trades is insufficient. The technology sector in Tbilisi —centred around the Fabrika creative and tech hub and the growing startup ecosystem — is recruiting internationally for senior developers, product managers, and cybersecurity specialists. Hospitality along the Black Sea coast is structurally reliant on experienced international hotel management and culinary professionals.
EU candidate status signals direction. Georgia's December 2023 designation as an EU candidate country signals regulatory alignment with EU standards over the coming years. For workers who want to establish themselves in a market moving toward EU frameworks while costs remain low, the timing is favourable.
→ Register your professional profile for Georgian employer matching through EU Helpers
Living in Georgia — Cities, Costs, and Daily Reality
Tbilisi
Georgia's capital and by far its largest employment centre, with a population of approximately 1.2 million in the city and 1.5 million in the greater metropolitan area. Tbilisi concentrates technology, financial services, government, professional services, and a rapidly expanding hospitality and food-and-beverages sector. The Old Town (Dzveli Tbilisi) is a UNESCO-recognised cultural district. The Fabrika compound in the Chugureti district has become the anchor of Tbilisi's creative and technology community — hosting co-working spaces, international restaurants, concept stores, and startup offices. Rent for a furnished one-bedroom apartment in central Tbilisi averages €300 to €600 per month. In newer residential districts like Saburtalo or Vake, comparable accommodation averages €350 to €550 per month.
Batumi
Georgia's second city and its Black Sea resort capital — located on the Adjara coast, approximately 340 kilometres southwest of Tbilisi. Batumi's economy is driven entirely by tourism, hospitality, and real estate development. The city receives millions of visitors annually from Turkey, Armenia, Russia, Ukraine, and increasingly from EU countries. Hospitality infrastructure has expanded rapidly — international hotel brands, including Hilton, Marriott, Sheraton, and Radisson, have established properties in Batumi. Rent for a furnished one-bedroom in central Batumi averages €250 to €500 per month. Seasonal employment contracts — particularly in hospitality — are active from April through October.
Kutaisi
Georgia's third-largest city and its industrial and academic centre — home to a growing free industrial zone, an increasingly active light manufacturing sector, and Kutaisi International Airport,t which serves European low-cost airline routes,s including Wizz Air connections to Warsaw, Katowice, and other European cities. Kutaisi offers the lowest cost of living of Georgia's three main cities. Rent for a furnished one-bedroom averages €150 to €300 per month.
Cost of Living Comparison
| Expense | Tbilisi | Batumi | Kutaisi |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bed apartment — city centre | €300 to €600/month | €250 to €500/month | €150 to €300/month |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | €150 to €250 | €130 to €220 | €120 to €200 |
| Public transport monthly pass | €7 to €10 | €5 to €8 | €4 to €7 |
| Restaurant meal — mid-range | €8 to €18 | €7 to €15 | €6 to €12 |
| Private health insurance (monthly) | €30 to €80 | €25 to €60 | €20 to €50 |
Healthcare
Georgia does not operate a universal public healthcare system in the same way as EU member states. The State Healthcare Programme (SHP) provides limited coverage to certain low-income groups and specific medical conditions. Most employed workers in the formal sector are covered through private health insurance — increasingly provided by employers as part of the employment package. EU Helpers advises all workers relocating to Georgia to arrange private health insurance before departure and provides a guidance document on the main Georgian health insurance providers, including Imedi L, ALDAGI, and GPI Holding.
Language
Georgian (ქართული — Kartuli) is the official language, a unique language with its own script (Mkhedruli) that is unrelated to any other language family. Learning Georgian to a conversational level is genuinely challenging for most European language speakers. However, Russian is widely spoken across Tbilisi and Batumi among the older population, and English proficiency among younger Georgians — particularly in Tbilisi's technology and hospitality sectors — has increased dramatically over the past decade. In Tbilisi's international technology companies, co-working spaces, and tourist-facing hospitality environments, English is fully workable as a professional language.
Transport
Tbilisi has an integrated metro, bus, and minibus (marshrutka) network. A transport card (Metromoney) covers metro and bus travel. Tbilisi International Airport operates regular flights to major European hubs, including Frankfurt, Amsterdam, and Paris, as well as multiple Eastern European cities. The M27 highway connects Tbilisi to Batumi in approximately 5 hours. Domestic flights connect Tbilisi and Kutaisi. Wizz Air, Ryanair, and Georgian Airways operate international routes,s making Georgia accessible from most European cities without expensive connecting flights.
Work Authorisation and Immigration Pathways for Georgia
Citizens of EU and EEA member states — and more than 95 other nationalities — can enter Georgia without a visa and remain for up to 365 days per calendar year without any formal immigration registration requirement. Working legally in Georgia during this period is permitted without a separate work visa.
Workers who want to remain in Georgia beyond 365 days, who want formal resident status, or whose employers require documented work authorization for contract compliance purposes, apply for a Temporary Residence Permit through the Public Service Hall (Სახელმწიფო სერვისების განვითარების სააგენტო — Public Service Development Agency — PSDA).
The legal framework governing foreign worker employment in Georgia is the Labor Code of Georgia (ლაბორის კოდექსი) and the Law of Georgia on the Legal Status of Aliens and Stateless Persons. The PSDA issues residence permits, and the Georgian Revenue Service (GRS — საქართველოს შემოსავლების სამსახური) manages employer and worker tax registration. Employers in Georgia are required to register employment relationships in the Unified Database of Employers maintained by the GRS.
Pathway 1 — Visa-Free Work Authorisation (EU and Most Other Nationalities)
Citizens of EU and EEA member states and more than 95 other nationalities can work in Georgia legally during the 365-day visa-free period without obtaining a separate work permit — the only formal requirement is that the employment relationship is registered with the Georgian Revenue Service by the employer.
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Applicable to | Citizens of EU and EEA states and 95+ other nationalities — confirm your nationality's eligibility at the initial EU Helpers assessment |
| Duration | Up to 365 days per calendar year — resets on 1 January |
| Work authorization | Permitted — no separate work permit required during the 365 days |
| Employer obligation | Must register the employment relationship in the GRS Unified Database of Employers |
| Tax registration | The worker must register for a Tax Identification Number (TIN — საიდენტიფიკაციო ნომერი) with the GRS — typically done by the employer on the worker's behalf. |
| Social insurance | Georgia does not operate mandatory social insurance in the same way as EU states — employer private health insurance is standard in formal employment.t |
| Key document | Valid passport — no residence card required for 365 days |
| Exit and re-entry | Leaving and re-entering Georgia resets the practical visa-free counter for many nationalities — EU Helpers confirms the exact rules for your specific nationality. |
The visa-free framework makes Georgia uniquely accessible for European workers. However, the absence of a formal permit requirement does not mean the employment relationship is unregulated — Georgian employers must register employment contracts,s and workers must register for TINs. EU Helpers ensures these steps are completed correctly from the start so that your employment is fully legally documented, ed even under the visa-free framework.
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Pathway 2 — Temporary Residence Permit for Employment (Work Category)
Workers who want to remain in Georgia beyond the 365-day visa-free period, or who require formal documented residence status, apply for a Temporary Residence Permit in the Work Category through the Public Service Hall (PSDA) — processing takes 10 to 30 working days.
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Permit name | Temporary Residence Permit — Work Category (დროებითი ბინადრობის მოწმობა) |
| Issuing authority | Public Service Development Agency (PSDA) — Public Service Hall branches |
| Applicable to | Workers wanting to remain beyond the 365-day visa-free period or requiring formal residence documentation. |
| Minimum salary | No statutory national minimum wage set in GEL equivalent to EU standards — labour market rates govern; formal sector employment typically starts at GEL 1,000 to GEL 1,500 per month (approximately €340 to €515) |
| Processing time | Standard: 20 to 30 working days |
| Validity | 1 year — renewable annually for the duration of employment |
| Labor market test | Not required — Georgia does not operate a formal labour market test for work residence permit.s |
| Documents required | See the document checklist section below |
| Application location | PSDA Public Service Hall branches in Tbilisi, Batumi, and Kutaisi — in-person attendance required |
Documents required for the Temporary Residence Permit (Work Category):
- Valid passport with a minimum of 6 months' validity beyond the intended permit duration
- Completed application form submitted at the PSDA Public Service Hall
- Signed employment contract from a Georgian-registered employer with GRS employer registration number
- Employer letter confirming the employment relationship and salary terms
- Proof of accommodation in Georgia — rental contract or host accommodation letter
- Criminal record certificate from your current country of legal residence — authenticated
- Proof of private health insurance coverage valid in Georgia
- Passport-format photographs
- Application fee payment — standard fee approximately GEL 210; accelerated fee approximately GEL 330
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Pathway 3 — Long-Term Residence Permit
Workers who have legally resided in Georgia on a Temporary Residence Permit for 6 consecutive years can apply for a Long-Term Residence Permit through the PSD, which provides indefinite legal residence status without annual renewal.
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Permit name | Long-Term Residence Permit (მუდმივი ბინადრობის მოწმობა) |
| Eligibility | 6 consecutive years of legal residence on valid Temporary Residence Permits |
| Processing time | 30 working days |
| Validity | 6 years — renewable |
| Georgian language | Not a formal statutory requirement for the permit,t but increasingly expected in practice |
| Path to citizenship | After 10 years of legal residence, Georgian citizenship may be applied for |
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Industries and Jobs in Demand in Georgia
The four sectors with thhighestve international worker demand in Georgia are technology and digital services, construction and civil engineering, hospitality and tourism, and manufacturing and logistics — all concentrated in Tbilisi and Batu, mi, with growing demand in Kutaisi's free industrial zone.
Technology and Digital Jobs in Georgia
Tbilisi's technology sector has grown significantly over the past decade. It has accelerated further following the post-2022 influx of international technology professionals — particularly from Russia and Ukraine — who chose Georgia as a destination for relocation due to its visa-free access and favourable tax environment. This influx has deepened the ecosystem and created a critical mass of technology talent in the city, which, in turn, has attracted international technology companies and investors.
The Fabrika compound in the Chugureti district is the most visible anchor of Tbilisi's technology community — hosting co-working spaces, startup offices, and informal networking events that have created a genuine professional community. TBC Bank's technology arm, Bank of Georgia's digital division, and a growing cluster of Georgian fintech companies — along with offices of international firms that have relocated operations to Tbilisi — create considerable demand for senior technical roles
English is the working language across most international technology company environments in Tbilisi. Knowledge of Georgian is an advantage for roles requiring client-facing interaction with Georgian businesses, but is not a prerequisite for technical roles in internationally oriented companies.
Active roles: Senior Software Developers (Full Stack, Backend, Frontend), Mobile Application Developers (iOS and Android), Data Engineers and Data Scientists, Cloud Architects (AWS, Azure, GCP), DevOps Engineers, Cybersecurity Analysts, Product Managers, UX Designers, IT Project Managers, and Fintech Specialists.
Primary locations: Tbilisi — Fabrika district, Vake technology cluster, TBC and Bank of Georgia technology centre, Rustaveli and Vera international tech office concentrations.
Most active relocation routes: Russia to Georgia, Ukraine to Georgia, Romania to Georgia, Poland to Georgia, and Armenia to Georgia.
Salary range: GEL 4,000 to GEL 15,000 per month (approximately €1,370 to €5,140), depending on seniority and employer — senior roles at international companies often pay in USD or EUR equivalent.
→ Find verified Georgian technology employer vacancies through EU Helpers
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Construction and Civil Engineering Jobs in Georgia
Georgia's construction sector is in the Middle of a sustained boom that shows no signs of slowing. Tbilisi's residential property market has attracted significant foreign investment — particularly from Middle Eastern, Chinese, and Eastern European buyers — generating consistent demand for residential and mixed-use commercial construction across the city. Batumi's Black Sea coastal strip has undergone continuous construction of hotels, resorts, and apartments, transforming the city's skyline and creating multi-year workforce demand.
The domestic skilled trades workforce — electricians, plumbers, civil engineers, site supervisors, and structural engineers — is insufficient to meet the volume of active construction projects. International workers from Ukraine, Romania, Turkey, and other Eastern European markets are well represented on major Georgian construction projects. Georgia does not operate a formal labour market test for construction permits, making work authorization faster than in most EU countries.
Infrastructure investment linked to EU candidate-status aspirations and international development bank programs — including World Bank and Asian Development Bank-funded highway, utility, and municipal projects — increases demand for engineering and project management beyond the private real estate sector.
Active roles: Civil and Structural Engineers, Site Supervisors and Project Managers, Electricians (Electrical Installation), Plumbers and Sanitary Engineers, HVAC Engineers, Bricklayers and Masonry Tradespeople, Steel Fixers and Concrete Specialists, Quantity Surveyors, BIM Coordinators, and Road and Infrastructure Engineers.
Primary locations: Tbilisi (residential and commercial construction), Batumi (resort and hotel construction), Kutaisi (free industrial zone infrastructure), Anaklia (deep water port infrastructure project — when active), and national highway programs.
Most active relocation routes: Ukraine to Georgia, Romania to Georgia, Turkey to Georgia, Armenia to Georgia, and Bulgaria to Georgia.
Salary range: GEL 2,500 to GEL 8,000 per month (approximately €860 to €2,740) — senior engineers and project managers at international contractor rates often earn above this range.
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Hospitality and Tourism Jobs in Georgia
Georgia received approximately 7.1 million international visitors in a recent pre-pandemic year — a remarkable figure for a country of 3.7 million people. Tourism is the country's largest foreign currency earner and a structural economic priority. The government's Tourism Development Strategy has invested in airport capacity, road infrastructure, and international marketing, significantly expanding inbound visitor numbers year-on-year.
Batumi is the dominant seasonal hospitality employment market — Hilton Batumi, Sheraton Batumi, Radisson Blu Batumi, and numerous boutique resort properties create consistent demand from April through October for hotel management, culinary professionals, spa therapists, and resort operations staff. Year-round demand for urban hospitality in Tbilisi — where the restaurant and boutique hotel scene has attracted international attention — creates permanent contract opportunities across the capital.
Georgia's wine tourism sector — centred in the Kakheti region east of Tbilisi — is a growing niche employment market for sommeliers, wine tourism guides, and agrotourism hospitality professionals. Georgia is one of the world's oldest wine-producing countries, with an 8,000-year winemaking tradition, and wine tourism programs are attracting significant numbers of international visitors seeking authentic viticulture experiences.
Active roles: Hotel General Managers, Front Office Managers, Revenue Managers, Executive Chefs and Sous Chefs, Pastry Chefs, Food and Beverage Directors, Spa and Wellness Directors, Event Coordinators, Guest Relations Managers, Sommeliers and Wine Tourism Specialists, and Resort Activity Coordinators.
Primary locations: Batumi (dominant seasonal hospitality market — April to October), Tbilisi (year-round urban hotel and restaurant employment), Kakheti wine region (wine tourism and agrotourism), Gudauri ski resort (winter season — December to April).
Most active relocation routes: Romania to Georgia, Ukraine to Georgia, Turkey to Georgia, Philippines to Georgia, Armenia to Georgia.
Salary range: GEL 2,000 to GEL 8,000 per month (approximately €685 to €2,740) — international hotel brand roles at senior management level often offer packages above these ranges.
→ Find verified Georgian hospitality employer vacancies through EU Helpers
Manufacturing and Logistics Jobs in Georgia
Kutaisi's Free Industrial Zone (FIZ) has attracted international manufacturing investment — particularly in light industrial assembly, food processing, and pharmaceutical packaging — creating consistent demand for production engineers, quality specialists, and logistics coordinators. The Kutaisi Airport International Cargo Terminal and the developing Black Sea port infrastructure at Poti add freight logistics workforce requirements to the manufacturing employment base.
Georgia's logistics sector benefits from its geographic position as a transit corridor between Europe, Central Asia, and the Middle East — the TRACECA (Transport Corridor Europe-Caucasus-Asia) route passes through Georgia, and the country's railway connections to Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Turkey support a growing freight and logistics sector. The Baku-Tbilisi-Kars railway adds a northern Silk Road logistics corridor, creating demand for both operational and management workforce.
Active roles: Production Engineers, Quality Control Specialists, Supply Chain Coordinators, Logistics Managers, Customs Declaration Specialists, Warehouse Supervisors, Freight Forwarding Specialists, Food Processing Technicians, Pharmaceutical Packaging Technicians, and Transport Operations Managers.
Primary locations: Kutaisi Free Industrial Zone, Poti Port logistics zone, Tbilisi logistics hub (East-West Highway corridor), Rustavi industrial zone.
Most active relocation routes: Ukraine to Georgia, Romania to Georgia, Turkey to Georgia, Azerbaijan to Georgia, Armenia to Georgia.
Salary range: GEL 2,000 to GEL 6,000 per month (approximately €685 to €2,055) — logistics management and senior engineering roles at international firms command above-range packages.
→ Access Georgian manufacturing and logistics employer vacancies through EU Helpers
Salary Expectations in Georgia
| Role | Average Gross Monthly Salary (GEL) | Euro Equivalent | Demand Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Software Developer | GEL 8,000 to GEL 15,000 | €2,740 to €5,140 | Very High |
| Mid-Level Software Developer | GEL 4,000 to GEL 8,000 | €1,370 to €2,740 | Very High |
| Data Engineer / Data Scientist | GEL 5,000 to GEL 12,000 | €1,715 to €4,110 | High |
| Cybersecurity Specialist | GEL 5,000 to GEL 10,000 | €1,715 to €3,425 | High |
| Civil Engineer (Senior) | GEL 4,000 to GEL 8,000 | €1,370 to €2,740 | High |
| Site Supervisor | GEL 3,000 to GEL 6,000 | €1,030 to €2,055 | High |
| Hotel General Manager | GEL 5,000 to GEL 12,000 | €1,715 to €4,110 | Medium-High |
| Executive Chef | GEL 3,500 to GEL 8,000 | €1,200 to €2,740 | High |
| Logistics Manager | GEL 3,000 to GEL 6,000 | €1,030 to €2,055 | Medium-High |
| Production Engineer | GEL 2,500 to GEL 5,000 | €860 to €1,715 | Medium |
| Quality Control Engineer | GEL 2,000 to GEL 4,500 | €685 to €1,540 | Medium |
| IT Project Manager | GEL 6,000 to GEL 12,000 | €2,055 to €4,110 | High |
Note on Georgian salary context: The flat 20 per cent income tax, the absence of a municipal income surtax, and a relatively low employee social contribution rate mean that take-home pay as a percentage of gross salary is significantly higher in Georgia than in most EU member states. A gross salary of GEL 8,000 per month in Tbilisi provides purchasing power meaningfully higher than an equivalent gross salary would suggest in Paris, Warsaw, or Bucharest — particularly given Tbilisi's low cost of living.
Stage-by-Stage Relocation Process with EU Helpers
EU Helpers manages Georgia relocation across five stages — from visa-free eligibility confirmation through to your first month settled in Tbilisi, Batumi, or Kutaisi.
Stage 1 — Visa-Free Eligibility and Work Authorisation Assessment
A named EU Helpers consultant reviews your nationality, current legal status in Europe, target sector, expected salary, and Georgian city preference to confirm your correct work authorization pathway — visa-free employment registration, Temporary Residence Permit, or Long-Term Residence Permit — and whether any nationality-specific entry conditions apply to your situation.
For most EU and EEA citizens, this assessment confirms the visa-free pathway. It identifies the specific employer GRS registration status to document your employment from day one legally. For non-EU workers currently in Europe whose nationality does not qualify for the 365-day visa-free entry, EU Helpers identifies the correct visa category and Temporary Residence Permit pathway before any employer matching begins.
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Stage 2 — Verified Georgian Employer Matching
EU Helpers identifies Georgian employers registered in the Georgian Revenue Service (GRS) Unified Database with a confirmed active vacancy genuinely matching your professional profile, and readiness to complete the employer-side GRS employment registration on your behalf.
Every employer in the EU Helpers' Georgia network is verified for GRS registration status, tax compliance, and practical experience employing international workers. Georgia's employment market includes both formally registered employers who operate within the full legal framework and informal operators who do not. EU Helpers does not introduce workers to unregistered employers — formal GRS registration is the foundational verification requirement for every Georgia placement.
Stage 3 — GRS Employment Registration and Permit Preparation
For visa-free pathway workers, EU Helpers coordinates the employer's GRS Unified Database employment registration — the mandatory step that formally documents your employment relationship even under the visa-free framework. This registration enables your Tax Identification Number (TIN) application and ensures your employment is legally protected under the Georgian Labour Code.
For Temporary Residence Permit applicants, EU Helpers coordinates all document preparation, including the authentication of criminal records, the prompt arrangement of accommodation, employer letter drafting, and the scheduling of PSDA Public Service Hall appointments.
Key documents coordinated by EU Helpers:
- Employment contract reviewed against Georgian Labour Code (Trud Kodeksi) requirements — working hours, salary, leave entitlements, and termination conditions all verified
- GRS employer registration confirmation obtained and verified by EU Helpers
- Criminal record certificate from your current country of residence — authenticated where required for Temporary Residence Permit applications
- Accommodation proof — rental contract or host declaration for your Tbilisi, Batumi, or Kutaisi address
- Health insurance confirmation from a Georgian-recognised private insurer
- TIN registration documentation — EU Helpers provides the GRS online portal guidance for TIN self-registration or coordinates with the employer for employer-side registration
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Stage 4 — Arrival, TIN Registration, and PSDA Permit Collection
For visa-free workers, Stage 4 covers arrival in Georgia, GRS TIN registration at the nearest Public Service Hall branch, confirmation of the employer's GRS employment registration, and activation of private health insurance. EU Helpers provides a pre-departure checklist specific to your destination city and employment sector.
For Temporary Residence Permit applicants, Stage 4 covers attendance at the PSDA Public Service Hall appointment, biometric data collection, permit processing tracking, and permit card collection from the PSDA branch. EU Helpers provides the appointment preparation briefing and documentation checklist to ensure the PSDA appointment is completed successfully on the first visit.
Stage 5 — Post-Arrival Settlement and 90-Day Support
EU Helpers provides 90 days of post-arrival support covering:
- TIN registration: Tax Identification Number registration at the GRS Public Service Hall — required for all formally employed workers in Georgia; EU Helpers provides the registration guidance and GRS portal navigation; your employer may also register your TIN on your behalf
- GRS taxpayer registration: Online registration at rs.ge — the Georgian Revenue Service online portal; required for income tax filing; EU Helpers provides setup guidance and first filing orientation
- Private health insurance activation: Coordination of policy activation with your chosen Georgian insurer — Imedi L, ALDAGI, or GPI Holding are the market leaders; EU Helpers provides a comparison document and activation guidance
- Georgian bank account: TBC Bank, Bank of Georgia, and Credo Bank are the banks most commonly used by international workers in Tbilisi and Batumi; EU Helpers provides documentation guidance for the account opening appointment — a valid passport and TIN are the two key documents required
- SIM card and mobile registration: Magti, Geocell (Silknet), and Beeline are the three main Georgian mobile networks; SIM registration requires a valid passport — EU Helpers advises on the optimal network for your city and usage pattern
- Accommodation registration: While not legally mandatory during the visa-free period, EU Helpers advises workers to formally register their accommodation address at the local Registration House (PSDA) for practical administrative purposes
- Georgian language basics: EU Helpers provides a practical first-30-days language guide covering script recognition, essential daily phrases, and navigation of the Georgian number system — sufficient for day-to-day life even without formal language study
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Documents Required for Georgia Work Authorisation
| Document | Visa-Free Employment | Temporary Residence Permit |
|---|---|---|
| Valid passport (6 months minimum validity) | ✅ Required | ✅ Required |
| Employment contract (Georgian Labour Code compliant) | ✅ Required | ✅ Required |
| GRS employer registration confirmation | ✅ Required | ✅ Required |
| Criminal record certificate — authenticated | ❌ Not required | ✅ Required |
| Proof of accommodation in Georgia | Recommended | ✅ Required |
| Private health insurance certificate | Recommended | ✅ Required |
| Passport-format photographs | ❌ Not required | ✅ Required |
| PSDA application form | ❌ Not required | ✅ Required |
| Application fee (GEL 210 standard / GEL 330 accelerated) |