C5 category short-term electronic visa (remote work for non-residents)

Georgia digital nomad visa (2026)

Since May 2026 Georgia has a C5 visa for people coming as tourists who also work only for employers or clients outside Georgia. It is issued only through the e-VISA portal, is valid for five years with multiple entries, and allows stays of up to one year. Spouses and minor children can also receive it.

Minimum income: No fixed amount; must show sufficient funds
Length of stay: Visa valid 5 years, multiple entry, stays of up to 1 year
Renewal: A new C5 visa can be obtained; it replaces the old one and restarts the 1-year stay from first entry
Fee: USD 300
Processing time: Issued on the 5th working day; up to 10 working days if more checks are needed

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Who can apply

Only nationals of countries that the Georgian Foreign Minister has approved for e-visas can apply online.

Work only for non-resident entities whose activity is outside Georgia
Nationality on Georgia's e-visa country list
Travel or health insurance and enough funds for the stay
No security or immigration-policy objection

Income requirement

You need to show at least No fixed amount; must show sufficient funds. The government resolution sets no income figure; refusal grounds include not having enough money for the stay and return, and no family add-on is set.

Documents you need

Valid passport
Online C5 application on the e-VISA portal
Proof of work for a non-resident employer or client
Travel or health insurance
Proof of sufficient funds
For family: proof of marriage or parenthood

How to apply, step by step

Apply on Georgia's e-VISA portal (embassies cannot issue C5 visas)
Pay the USD 300 fee
Wait about 5 working days for the decision
Enter Georgia with the electronic visa

Cost and processing time

The fee is uSD 300. Processing takes issued on the 5th working day; up to 10 working days if more checks are needed. Budget extra for translations, certified copies and health insurance.

Tax

The visa rules say nothing about tax. Tax residency in Georgia usually starts after 183 days in a 12-month period; check with the Georgia Revenue Service.

Good to know

Applications are approved in agreement with the State Security Service and can be refused on immigration-policy grounds
Work for Georgian employers or local clients is not covered
The old 'Remotely from Georgia' COVID-era scheme is no longer running

Visiting first?

100 passports can enter Georgia visa-free for a short stay, a common way to try the country before applying. Check Georgia visa requirements for your passport.

Official source

Legislative Herald of Georgia – Government Resolution No. 184 (7 May 2026)

Not yet confirmed on an official source: documents, eligibleOnly, tax. Check these with the consulate before you apply.

Georgia digital nomad visa FAQ

What is the minimum income for the Georgia digital nomad visa?

No fixed amount; must show sufficient funds. The government resolution sets no income figure; refusal grounds include not having enough money for the stay and return, and no family add-on is set.

How long can I stay in Georgia on a digital nomad visa?

Visa valid 5 years, multiple entry, stays of up to 1 year. A new C5 visa can be obtained; it replaces the old one and restarts the 1-year stay from first entry.

How much does the Georgia digital nomad visa cost?

USD 300.

How long does the Georgia digital nomad visa take?

Issued on the 5th working day; up to 10 working days if more checks are needed.

Do I pay tax in Georgia on a digital nomad visa?

The visa rules say nothing about tax. Tax residency in Georgia usually starts after 183 days in a 12-month period; check with the Georgia Revenue Service.

Who can apply for the Georgia digital nomad visa?

Only nationals of countries that the Georgian Foreign Minister has approved for e-visas can apply online.