How long can Ukrainians stay in Georgia without a visa and how to extend this period – explains Visit Ukraine lawyer

Ukrainians can stay in Georgia on the basis of a visa-free regime for 1 year. However, what to do when this period is over and how to legalize your stay in the country? A lawyer from Visit Ukraine explains everything about the rules of stay in Georgia, the visa corridor and the requirements for foreigners in the country. Find out how long you can live in Georgia without a visa and how to extend this period in this article

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Ukrainians often choose Georgia for long-term stays, as the visa-free regime allows them to stay here for a whole year. But what to do when this period comes to an end? Is it possible to extend your legal residence, and what steps are required? Read on to get answers to the most frequently asked questions about legalization of residence in Georgia.

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Rules of visa-free stay in Georgia for Ukrainians - legal advice from Visit Ukraine

In this article, we will explain the key rules of stay in Georgia, requirements for foreigners and the possibility of extending the period of visa-free stay on the example of a real application for written advice from Visit Ukraine lawyers.

Request: Good afternoon, I would like to contact you to clarify some information regarding the stay of Ukrainians in Georgia. Do I understand correctly that I can stay in Georgia for about 3 years? And if I travel outside the country and then return, will this somehow affect my stay here? Thank you in advance!

1. How long can a non-resident stay in Georgia without a visa?

2. Can I travel outside the country during this period? Let's say I live in Georgia for a year and then leave for 1-3 months. When I return to the country, will there be any problems? And do I understand correctly that after that my period of residence without a visa is extended?

3. When the period of residence without a visa expires, what do I have to do to continue living here? And can I live here again for the same period as a non-resident? What do I have to do for this? For example, do I need to leave the country for a certain period of time to do this (for example, like in the EU countries - you need to be outside of 180 days to renew your stay there without a visa)?

So, how long can Ukrainians stay in Georgia without a visa and how to extend this period? This is the answer our client received:

How long can a non-resident stay in Georgia without a visa?

Citizens of Ukraine can stay in Georgia without a visa for up to one year. This is provided for by the agreement between Ukraine and Georgia on visa-free travel. After one year, certain measures must be taken to extend the legal stay.

Can I travel outside the country during this period?

Yes, you can leave and return from Georgia without any restrictions during the year of your stay. If, for example, you have lived in Georgia for a year and then left for 1-3 months and returned, your one-year stay is not automatically “renewed”. Your “visa-free” possibility is extended within the allowed year, which is counted from the date of your last entry.

When my visa-free stay expires, what should I do to continue living here?

If you want to stay in Georgia after the end of the allowed one-year period, you have several options:

1. Apply for a temporary residence permit: you can apply for a residence permit at the Civil Service Agency of Georgia. The grounds for a residence permit may include work, study, business or other reasons.

2. Exercise the “visa corridor”: after one year, you can leave the country (for example, to neighboring Turkey or Armenia) and return to Georgia. This will allow you to stay in the country for another year. There is no 180-day rule in Georgia, as in EU countries. However, abusing frequent entries and exits may attract the attention of the border services.

3. Obtain a residence permit: if you plan to stay for a long period of time, you should consider obtaining a residence permit based on employment, real estate ownership or other circumstances.

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Do I need to leave for a certain period of time to renew my stay?

After one year of visa-free stay, you need to leave the territory of Georgia for at least a short period of time. After that, you can re-enter and start a new year of visa-free stay.

Important to know

● According to Georgian law, every foreigner who stays in the country for more than 30 days must register his or her place of residence. This can be done through an electronic service or at a branch of the Civil Service Agency.

● Always keep documents that confirm your legal status in the country with you.

● If you have any additional questions or difficulties, we recommend that you contact the migration services of Georgia.

How to sign up for a legal consultation with a Visit Ukraine lawyer?

Visit Ukraine lawyers provide professional advice to Ukrainians on any migration issues. Our team includes specialized specialists who help with the following issues:

● obtaining refugee status and temporary protection

● obtaining visas and residence permits

● family reunification

● employment abroad;

● appealing against refusals to grant status, etc.

To get a professional consultation, choose the profile of the specialist you need (migration issues, visas, work and study abroad, business), the country (regarding which you need advice) and the format of cooperation convenient for you:

● written consultation

● oral consultation online;

● full legal support.

To make an appointment for a consultation:

1. Fill out the form with your details (name, e-mail, contact phone number)

2. Choose the date of the consultation convenient for you

3. Read the terms of the agreement and make a payment

Not sure which consultation format to choose? Contact our managers via Telegram or WhatsApp - they will help you choose the best option for your situation.

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We remind you! In the previous article, Visit Ukraine lawyers have already told you how to move to Germany in 2025 with temporary protection status in another country. Follow the link to find answers to all your questions.

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