Georgia · Skilled Worker Visa

IT Residence Permit

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✓ Verified against the official government source · Last verified 2026-06-09 · Our methodology

6/10 diff

Challenging

Requirements verified against the official government source.

Min income

€1,823/mo

Processing

90+ days

Path to PR

Job offer

Required

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At a Glance

Visa Duration

60 months

Processing Time

90+ days

Min Income

€1,823/mo

Path to PR

Difficulty

6/10 — Challenging

Eligibility Requirements

Requirement	Details
Age Range	18–65
Job Offer Required	Yes
Sponsorship Required	Yes
Health Insurance Required	No

Financial Requirements

Item	Amount
Minimum Income	€1,823/mo

Application Timeline

IT Experience & Income Verification

20–40 days

Gather IT experience documentation (2+ years), income proof ($25,000+), apply for work permit

Blocker: Must meet minimum income and experience requirements

Work Permit Processing

30–30 days

Ministry processes Special Labor Activity permit for IT specialists

IT Residence Permit Application

60–90 days

Submit IT residence permit application to SDA with all supporting documents

Blocker: Must have approved work permit and meet 183-day residency requirement commitment

Entry and Activation

1–7 days

Enter Georgia and activate 3-year IT residence permit

Registration and Compliance

30–30 days

Blocker: Must maintain minimum income and stay 183+ days per year

Family & Rights

Right	Details
Path to Permanent Residency	No

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

Tbilisi

Single (monthly)€1,099

Family (monthly)€2,198

Rent 1BR (center)€549

Groceries€300

Transport pass€40

Batumi

Single (monthly)€799

Family (monthly)€1,598

Rent 1BR (center)€400

Groceries€250

Transport pass€30

Kutaisi

Single (monthly)€599

Family (monthly)€1,199

Rent 1BR (center)€300

Groceries€200

Transport pass€20

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the IT Residence Permit?

The IT Residence Permit is an immigration pathway offered by Georgia. It falls under the Skilled Worker Visa category.

What are the financial requirements for the IT Residence Permit?

Applicants need minimum income of €1,823/mo. Additional costs may include relocation expenses, insurance, and document attestation.

Can the IT Residence Permit lead to permanent residency?

No — this is a temporary pathway and does not itself lead to permanent residence. Holders often switch to a different route to pursue settlement.

Are there alternative pathways to Georgia?

Yes. Georgia offers 2 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our Georgia country page.

What is the cost of living in Georgia?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Tbilisi: €1,099/mo; Batumi: €799/mo; Kutaisi: €599/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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Official source

Requirements on this page are based on this official/primary source:

sda.gov.ge

Data last verified: 2026-06-09 · See our methodology

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