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Student Residence Permit
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A residence permit for foreign nationals enrolled in study at an authorised Georgian educational institution.
- Processing time
- Indicative only - standard and expedited options are published by the Agency; confirm current processing on the official portal.
- Government fees
- Indicative only - a state fee applies; confirm current amounts on the official page.
- Typical duration
- Tied to the duration of the study programme and renewable while enrolled - confirm current validity on the official page.
- Sponsorship required
- No
- Leads to permanent residency
- No
Overview
The study (educational) residence permit is issued to foreign nationals admitted to an authorised educational institution in Georgia. It is tied to the course and is renewable for its duration. It is not a direct settlement route, but lawful time held can contribute toward later permanent-residence eligibility, and students may transition to a work or other permit on graduation.
Eligibility
Typical criteria
- ✓The applicant is admitted to an authorised educational institution in Georgia.Public Service Development Agency (Ministry of Justice of Georgia) ↗
- ✓Enrolment and the study programme are evidenced to the Agency.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) ↗
Common blockers
- !No admission to an authorised Georgian educational institution.Public Service Development Agency (Ministry of Justice of Georgia) ↗
- !Inability to evidence enrolment or means of support.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) ↗
- ·Proof of admission or enrolment from the educational institution.Public Service Development Agency (Ministry of Justice of Georgia) ↗
- ·Evidence of means of support for the period of study.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 institution is authorised and that you hold an admission or enrolment offer.
Build the evidence pack
Gather the admission letter, proof of means, passport and photograph.
Submit through the official channel
File the application with the Public Service Development Agency and pay the state fee.
After approval
Renew while enrolled and consider transitioning to a work or other permit on graduation.
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 Student Residence Permit route page ↗
Use this official page to confirm requirements and follow the government filing route for Student Residence Permit.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I work while studying?+
Work rights for students are limited and may require separate authorisation. Confirm what is permitted on the official SDA page.
Does study time count toward permanent residence?+
Lawful time held can contribute toward later permanent-residence eligibility, generally available after around ten years. Confirm the rule on the official SDA page.
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