Published: 30.07.2026
Overstaying the visa-free or otherwise permitted period of stay in Georgia can result in fines and a temporary entry ban. According to the source, an overstay of up to three months may lead to a GEL 1,000 fine and a ban of up to six months, with harsher consequences for longer overstays.
For people relocating to Georgia, this means that relying indefinitely on repeated exits and re-entries has become riskier. A violation can bring not only financial costs but also a temporary loss of the ability to return; for an overstay of more than one year, the source cites a fine of up to GEL 3,000 and a ban of up to three years. This primarily affects foreigners living in Georgia without a residence permit who postpone obtaining a long-term status. Anyone planning a long stay should pay close attention to the permitted-stay deadline and consider a residence permit or another lawful status in advance.