Residence Permit in Georgia (Residence Card)
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Want to live, work, or operate a business in Georgia legally? NOMOS Georgia provides comprehensive legal assistance in obtaining a Georgian residence permit on any eligible legal basis. We prepare the complete application package and provide full legal representation throughout the process at the Public Service Hall, minimizing the risk of delays or application refusal.
What Is a Residence Permit?
A Georgian residence permit (commonly referred to as a residence card) is an official legal status that allows a foreign national to legally reside, work, study, or conduct business in Georgia on a long-term basis.
Residence permits may be granted on several legal grounds, including:
- Employment;
- Business activities;
- Investment in Georgia;
- Family reunification;
- Ownership of real estate valued at more than USD 100,000 (subject to applicable legal requirements).
Who Is the Residence Permit Service For?
Georgia offers several categories of residence permits. Our service is intended for foreign nationals who qualify under one of the following legal grounds:
- Employees and business owners seeking an employment residence permit, including company directors, IT professionals, and other foreign employees.
- Real estate owners who have purchased non-agricultural property in Georgia with a market value exceeding USD 100,000.
- Major investors who have invested at least USD 300,000 in the Georgian economy and qualify for an investment residence permit.
- Family members of Georgian citizens or foreign nationals holding a valid Georgian residence permit, including spouses, children, and parents.
What Does Our Residence Permit Service Include?
NOMOS Georgia provides a complete A-to-Z legal service, including:
- Eligibility assessment and strategic planning – determining the strongest legal basis for your residence permit application and managing all statutory deadlines.
- Preparation of the complete application package – obtaining required documents, certified translations, notarization, apostille, and legalization where necessary.
- Verification of financial and employment requirements – reviewing company turnover, salary levels, and other statutory criteria applicable to employment-based residence permits.
- Representation before government authorities – accompanying and representing you during the application submission process at the Public Service Hall.
- Application monitoring – tracking your case with the Public Service Development Agency and responding promptly to any requests for additional information or documentation.
Why Choose NOMOS Georgia for Your Residence Permit Application?
- Proven Success Rate: More than 95% of the applications prepared by our legal team are successfully approved because we carefully identify and eliminate legal risks before submission.
- Combined Immigration and Corporate Expertise: If your residence permit is based on business activities, our corporate lawyers can also assist with company formation, restructuring, and ongoing legal compliance.
- Confidentiality and Data Protection: Your personal and financial information is handled in accordance with the highest standards of legal professional confidentiality.
- Strict Deadline Management: Immigration procedures are highly time-sensitive. We ensure that your application is submitted before the expiration of your lawful stay in Georgia.
Highly qualified attorneys providing reliable, compliant, and strategic legal solutions.
Streamlined digital processes allowing you to manage your legal affairs from anywhere.
Clear, upfront costs with absolutely no hidden fees, ensuring full financial predictability.
The Outcome of Choosing NOMOS Georgia: Legal Residency Status and Your Residence ID Card
By working with NOMOS Georgia, you will obtain legal residence status in Georgia together with your official electronic residence card (ID card).
We ensure that your application is properly prepared and submitted correctly the first time, minimizing unnecessary delays and administrative complications.
As a result, you will be able to legally reside in Georgia, move freely within the country, operate a business, access banking services, and enjoy the stability of lawful long-term residence while our legal team manages the entire immigration process.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum company turnover required for an employment residence permit?
For an employment residence permit, the employer’s annual turnover must generally be at least GEL 50,000 per foreign employee (or GEL 35,000 for educational and medical institutions).
In addition, the employee’s monthly salary must satisfy the minimum statutory threshold established under Georgian legislation.
What value of real estate is required to qualify for a residence permit?
To qualify for a residence permit based on property ownership, you must own non-agricultural real estate in Georgia with a market value exceeding the equivalent of USD 100,000 in Georgian Lari.
The property’s value must be confirmed by an accredited valuation expert.
How long is the initial residence permit valid?
An initial Georgian residence permit is generally issued for six months to one year.
The permit may be renewed beginning 40 days before its expiration, and subsequent permits may be granted for longer periods—up to five years—provided that the legal basis for residence continues to exist.
Our legal experts are ready to guide you through establishing your corporate presence in Georgia with turnkey support.