With many Indian travellers now reconsidering trips to destinations like Turkey and Azerbaijan due to current geopolitical sentiments, Georgia is fast emerging as a preferred alternative. Offering a stunning mix of history, culture, landscapes, and warm hospitality, the country presents a beautiful, safe, and enriching option for Indian tourists.
Recognising the increasing interest, the Georgian National Tourism Administration (GNTA) has welcomed Indian visitors with open arms and shared important reminders to ensure a smooth and hassle-free visa application process.
While planning a trip to Georgia, Indian travellers should take note of the following essential visa requirements:
- Photograph (passport size) meeting Georgian e-Visa photo requirements
• Passport scanned in a single PDF (only Bio pages)
• Mobile Number and email ID. (Aadhar Linked Mobile No.)
• Aadhar Card
• Financial Proof – Bank Statement (Last 6 months) in PDF format, unedited, ITR of the last 3 years and Pan card
• If you have been sponsored, then a Bank Statement of the person who is sponsoring, Proof of Relationship and Sponsorship Letter signed by the sponsor
• Evidence of sufficient funds to support your stay in Georgia
• Proof of employment from your employer
• Travel/ Health Insurance
• Hotel bookings, Tickets and detailed itinerary
Indian passport holders with valid US, UK, Schengen, or Japan visas can enter Georgia visa-free. However, travellers must carry all supporting documents for verification at the Georgian border.
- Travel Document/Passport
• Printed copy of e-visa (if applicable)
• Document proving purpose of travel
• Flight tickets (return)
• Proof of accommodation
• Travel and health insurance
• Document proving sufficient financial means
Travellers are advised to refer only to official portals: www.evisa.gov.ge, india.mfa.gov.ge, and georgia.travel—for updated visa and travel information
