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Investment Residence Permit
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A longer-validity residence permit for foreign nationals who make a qualifying investment in Georgia above an official threshold.
- Processing time
- Indicative only - standard and expedited timelines are published by the Agency; confirm current processing on the official portal.
- Government fees
- Indicative only - a state fee applies; the qualifying investment amount is set by law and indexed - confirm current figures on the official page.
- Typical duration
- Issued for a longer fixed validity than ordinary temporary permits and renewable; can convert to permanent residence once conditions are met - confirm on the official page.
- Sponsorship required
- No
- Leads to permanent residency
- Yes
In short
As of 10 July 2026, the Investment Residence Permit for Georgia is an unsponsored Georgia immigration route. Sources: official Georgia government pages, reviewed 10 July 2026.
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What is the Investment Residence Permit in Georgia?
Investment Residence Permit is an unsponsored Georgia route. Indicative government fees are Indicative only - a state fee applies; the qualifying investment amount is set by law and indexed - confirm current figures on the official page; indicative processing time is Indicative only - standard and expedited timelines are published by the Agency; confirm current processing on the official portal; typical duration is Issued for a longer fixed validity than ordinary temporary permits and renewable; can convert to permanent residence once conditions are met - confirm on the official page. This route can lead to permanent residence.
Verified against Public Service Development Agency (Ministry of Justice of Georgia) on 1 June 2026.
Overview
The investment residence permit is granted to foreign nationals who invest in Georgia at or above the official threshold, with the investment evidenced to the Public Service Development Agency. It is typically issued for a longer validity than the work permit and can convert to permanent residence once the qualifying conditions have been maintained. Family members can generally be included as dependants.
Eligibility
Typical criteria
- ✓The applicant has made a qualifying investment in Georgia at or above the official threshold.Public Service Development Agency (Ministry of Justice of Georgia) ↗
- ✓The investment is evidenced to the Agency in the form it requires, such as business or real-estate documentation.Public Service Development Agency (Ministry of Justice of Georgia) ↗
- ✓The applicant holds a valid passport and is not subject to grounds for refusal.Public Service Development Agency (Ministry of Justice of Georgia) ↗
- ✓Any included family members meet the dependant conditions.Public Service Development Agency (Ministry of Justice of Georgia) ↗
Common blockers
- !An investment below the official threshold or that cannot be clearly evidenced.Public Service Development Agency (Ministry of Justice of Georgia) ↗
- !Investment in an excluded asset class, such as certain categories of agricultural land.Public Service Development Agency (Ministry of Justice of Georgia) ↗
- !Grounds for refusal under Georgian migration law.Public Service Development Agency (Ministry of Justice of Georgia) ↗
Typical evidence
- ·Valid passport and recent photograph.Public Service Development Agency (Ministry of Justice of Georgia) ↗
- ·Documentation of the qualifying investment and its value.Public Service Development Agency (Ministry of Justice of Georgia) ↗
- ·Proof of the source and lawful origin of funds where required.Public Service Development Agency (Ministry of Justice of Georgia) ↗
- ·Proof of payment of the applicable state fee.Public Service Development Agency (Ministry of Justice of Georgia) ↗
Application pathway
Check the route fit
Confirm your planned investment meets the official threshold and qualifying asset rules for the investment residence permit.
Build the evidence pack
Document the investment, its value and the lawful source of funds, plus passport and photograph.
Submit through the official channel
File the application with the Public Service Development Agency and pay the state fee.
After approval
Maintain the qualifying investment, renew on time, and track eligibility for permanent residence.
Official application links
Where to actually go next
These are the official pages to use for this route. Open them before preparing documents: the forms, fees, appointment systems, and sponsor steps can change without warning.
- Official guidanceApplicantUse official Investment Residence Permit route page ↗
Use this official page to confirm requirements and follow the government filing route for Investment Residence Permit.
Public Service Development Agency (Ministry of Justice of Georgia) · verified
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Frequently asked questions
How much do I need to invest?+
The qualifying investment amount is set by Georgian law and indexed, so we do not quote a figure here. Confirm the current threshold on the official SDA page.
Can my family be included?+
Family members can generally be included as dependants subject to the Agency's conditions. Confirm who qualifies on the official SDA page.
Can my family be included on a Georgian investment residence permit?+
Yes - family members can generally be included as dependants subject to the Agency's conditions, and any included family members must meet the dependant conditions. The investment residence permit is also a settlement-capable route. Confirm who qualifies on the official SDA page.
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Primary source: Public Service Development Agency (Ministry of Justice of Georgia)
Last checked: 1 June 2026