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What changed in January 2026
1 change logged. 1 tightened.
2026-01-01  ·  Georgia  ·  Tightened
Permanent residence clock extended to ten years and tourist insurance added
The qualifying period for permanent residence rose to ten years of continuous legal residence. From 1 January 2026 tourists also need health and accident insurance of at least 30,000 GEL covering the whole stay, now stated on the consular portal rather than only in guidance.
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