Buying Property in Georgia as an Indian Citizen (2026)
Indian citizens can own Georgian property outright, but unlike many buyers they need a visa to get there. Here is the eVisa route, the new insurance requirement that took effect in 2026, and how the residence permit threshold changed in March.
Indian citizens can buy and own apartments and commercial property in Georgia with full ownership rights, on the same terms as any foreign national. There is no purchase tax and no nationality restriction beyond agricultural land. The difference from many other buyers is entry: Indian passport holders need a visa for Georgia, normally an eVisa for stays of up to 30 days, and since January 2026 every visitor also needs travel insurance.
How do you get into the country?
Indian citizens apply for a Georgian eVisa through the official portal at evisa.gov.ge, which covers tourist stays of up to 30 days. Long-term visa categories are not handled online and require an in-person application at the Embassy of Georgia in New Delhi.
Since 1 January 2026, all tourists entering Georgia must hold a valid health and accident insurance policy with minimum coverage of 30,000 GEL, roughly USD 11,000. This is a condition of entry, not a formality — arrange it before you fly.
Visa categories, fees and insurance minimums change. Check evisa.gov.ge and the Embassy for current requirements before booking.
What does buying actually involve?
- A Georgian tax ID, issued the same day at the Revenue Service.
- Due diligence on the property, starting with a registry extract — see how to read it.
- Funds transferred through a compliant route, with source-of-funds documentation ready in advance. Our guide to how money moves covers this.
- Signing before a notary and registration at the Public Registry, usually within days.
Two to three weeks from choosing a property to holding registered title is realistic for a first-time foreign buyer.
Kavlian connects you with vetted, English-speaking Georgian specialists who handle the whole process for foreign buyers. There is no cost to you.
What changed in March 2026?
The residence permit based on real estate now requires appraised holdings of USD 150,000 or above. This rose from USD 100,000 on 1 March 2026 — a 50% increase, and the single most important recent change for anyone buying with residency in mind.
| Route | Threshold | Permit |
|---|---|---|
| Property-based residence permit | USD 150,000 in appraised holdings | Up to 1 year, renewable while you own |
| Investor route | USD 300,000 | 5 years, covering spouse and minor children |
The threshold applies to your total registered holdings, not a single purchase, so two smaller apartments can qualify provided each is registered and valued by an accredited appraiser. There is no minimum stay requirement and no language test.
What do the numbers look like?
Taxes are simple and low by most standards: no purchase tax, a flat 5% on residential rental income for individuals, and no capital gains tax on residential property held more than two years. Gross rental yields in Georgia have recently run around 7%, though the net figure after management, bills and vacancy is meaningfully lower — see what ownership actually costs.
Managing a property from India
You will not be there. That makes management the decisive line in the budget rather than an afterthought: expect 10-20% of rent for long-term letting and 20-25% for short-term. Our guide to managing from abroad explains what to insist on in the agreement.
FAQ
Can I buy without visiting Georgia?
Yes, through a power of attorney. Given the visa requirement this route is more common for Indian buyers than for visa-free nationalities — which makes choosing the right representative all the more important.
Do I need a Georgian bank account?
Not strictly required, but it makes paying the seller and the ongoing bills far simpler. See our guide to opening an account.
Does owning property help with the visa?
Owning property above the threshold opens the residence permit route, which is a different and better thing than a tourist visa.
Can I rent the apartment out while I am abroad?
Yes, and doing so does not affect a residence permit based on ownership, as long as the property stays registered in your name.
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