This is an example plan for a hypothetical scenario: Going solo · Business / sole trader · Work residency · citizen of Russia
Relocation plan
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Milestone 1: Documents and Legal Strategy Ready
A lawful model for entry into, residence in, and conducting business in Georgia has been established. Critical documents have been prepared for use.
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Milestone 2: Financial and Housing Foundation Prepared
A financial reserve, insurance coverage, and an initial accommodation plan have been arranged.
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Milestone 3: Entry into and Launch of Activities in Georgia
The relocation has been completed, basic accommodation has been arranged, and banking and business infrastructure has been launched.
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Milestone 4: Post-Arrival Arrangements and Contingency Reserve
Key everyday, medical, and tax matters have been addressed, regular status monitoring has been established, and a backup scenario has been prepared.
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Determine the legal framework for residence and work
A practical model has been selected for a Russian citizen with income from their own business: visa-free stay or obtaining an appropriate status. Restrictions and key dates have been recorded.
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Apply for a residence permit if required for the selected model
If visa-free status is insufficient for the long-term objective, an application has been submitted on the selected basis. If a residence permit is not required, the legal basis for the stay and the procedure for its extension or renewal have been recorded.
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Check readiness for entry before departure
The validity of the documents, the permitted stay regime, and the possibility of entry along the selected route have been reconfirmed. A set of documents confirming the purpose of the trip and financial means is readily available.
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Check the application status and obtain the card if necessary
After entry, the outcome of the migration procedure has been checked and the steps to obtain the document have been completed if a residence permit application was submitted. If no residence permit is being obtained, a schedule for monitoring the legality of the stay has been established.
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Audit documents for entry and doing business
The documents you will personally need for entry, renting, banking procedures, and business activities have been identified. Validity periods and the need for renewal have been recorded.
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Prepare document translations and certifications
Documents that may be required by Georgian institutions have been prepared in a submission-ready format. Electronic and paper copies have been organized in a single system.
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Assemble a working package for applications and registrations
A package has been prepared for the selected legal model, banking procedures, and business registration. The consistency of personal data across all documents has been verified.
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Prepare a relocation budget and financial reserve
Expenses for travel, temporary accommodation, the deposit, business launch, and monthly living costs have been separated. A minimum reserve for the period of unstable income has been determined.
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Review expenses during the first month
Actual expenses have been compared with the initial budget, and the financial reserve has been recalculated. A decision has been made on which expenses to reduce or include in the regular plan.
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Arrange medical coverage for the relocation period
Valid medical coverage matching the route and period of stay is in place before departure. The procedure for seeking medical assistance in Georgia has been determined.
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Choose local healthcare infrastructure
The nearest clinics, pharmacies, and emergency contacts have been identified, and the insurance policy has been checked to ensure it matches the actual period of residence. The procedure for extending coverage has been determined.
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Find temporary and long-term housing
A list of suitable options has been compiled, taking into account the budget, neighborhood, transportation, and the possibility of signing a lease for the required term. Temporary housing covers the first few days after moving in.
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Sign a long-term lease agreement
Permanent housing has been selected, the rental terms have been agreed upon, and confirmation of the right to use the address has been obtained. The housing fits the budget and work schedule.
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Open a suitable bank account in Georgia
An account for personal expenses and, if necessary, a separate account for business transactions have been arranged. Secure access to banking services has been set up.
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Register Business Activities
A suitable form of work for income from your own business has been selected and formalized. The registration details and the business owner’s obligations have been recorded.
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Determine Tax Status and the Compliance Calendar
It has been determined where and when tax residency arises, as well as which Georgian and foreign obligations need to be monitored. A reporting and payment calendar has been created.
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Set Up Accounting Controls and Retain Supporting Documents
A system for recording business income, expenses, payments, and documents has been created. Dates for regularly reviewing tax status and obligations have been set.
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Establish a lawful work process and contractual framework
Work with clients and counterparties has been converted to a sustainable format with clear contracts, payments, and proof of the source of income. Transactions inconsistent with the chosen status have been excluded.
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Book the Route and Temporary Accommodation
The departure date, route to Georgia, and a safe place to stay for the first few days have been determined. The bookings are aligned with the selected budget and legal plan.
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Arrange the Transportation of Personal Belongings
The items to be transported, the delivery method, and the arrangements for storing excess property have been determined. Valuable documents and essential items remain under your personal control.
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Enter Georgia and Move into Temporary Accommodation
The physical relocation has been completed, you are in Georgia, and you have access to accommodation for the transition period.
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Set up local connectivity and digital services
Mobile service, internet, maps, navigation, and secure identification methods are set up for everyday tasks. Work and personal numbers are separated if necessary.
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Complete address and administrative formalities
It has been verified whether address registration or another notification is required for your situation, and the necessary actions have been completed. The lease agreement and proof of address have been saved for future procedures.
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Establish a sustainable daily routine
Transportation, shopping, utility payments, a workspace, and basic local contacts are set up. You can independently handle essential everyday matters without relying on temporary accommodation.
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Identify triggers and contingency scenarios
Actions have been documented for a residence permit delay, bank refusal, decline in business income, or inability to continue the lease. Review timelines and an acceptable contingency route have been defined for each risk.
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Conduct a quarterly and annual status review
The length of stay, immigration documents, tax residency, insurance, lease, and financial reserve have been checked. A decision on continuing to live and do business has been made before critical dates.