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🇬🇪 Georgia Digital Nomad Visa

Remotely from Georgia Program: None income, 1 year initial stay, 7 days processing. Requirements, tax treatment, and 2026 rules.

None
Income req.
1 year
Initial stay
7 days
Processing
No
Path to PR
183
Days to tax residency

Eligibility requirements

  • Minimum income proof not required
  • Health insurance not required
  • Clean criminal record not required
  • Business plan not required
  • Local partner not required
  • Local director not required
  • Physical office not required
  • Job creation not required

Income requirements are for gross income from sources outside Georgia, proven with bank statements and tax returns. Most programs do not accept income earned from local clients - that requires a standard work permit.

Income threshold and costs

Minimum incomeNone
Minimum investment-
Application fee$0
Typical legal fees$0
Health insurance requiredNo
Clean criminal recordNo
Business plan requiredNo
Local partner requiredNo
Local director requiredNo
Physical office requiredNo

Tax treatment while on the visa

Tax systemWorldwide
Tax residency threshold183 days
Foreign employment income taxedNo
Top personal income tax rate20%
CFC rulesNo
Economic substance requiredNo
Special regime: Small Business Status / Virtual Zone IT CompanyGeorgia offers Small Business Status / Virtual Zone IT Company at a 1% rate. Foreign income is exempt under this regime.

A digital nomad visa does not by itself change your tax residency. Your tax residency is determined by days present and other ties under Georgia's rules. Use the tax residency calculator to check where you cross the threshold.

Duration, renewal, and presence

Initial stay1 year
RenewableYes
Max renewals-
Min days in country / year-
Days before tax residency183 days
Presence trackingStandard

Permanent establishment risk: LOW - One of the most remote-worker-friendly countries. 1 year visa-free for most nationalities. No minimum income for the program.. Running an active business with local clients or employees from Georgia can create a taxable presence even on a nomad visa.

Path to permanent residency and citizenship

Path to PRNo
PR after-
Path to citizenshipNo
Citizenship after-
Spouse includedYes
Spouse work rightsNo
Work rightsremote only
Can operate a businessNo

Watch-outs and recent changes

Watch outNot a formal residency permit. Most nationalities can enter Georgia visa-free for up to 365 days, effectively making this informal.

Most passport holders can stay in Georgia for up to 1 year visa-free with easy renewal by border run. This makes Georgia uniquely accessible as a base.

How Georgia compares to other DNVs

Side-by-side against other popular digital nomad visa programs.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the income requirement for the Georgia digital nomad visa?

The Remotely from Georgia Program has no minimum income requirement, though you must still demonstrate means to support yourself.

Do I pay tax in Georgia on foreign income while on the DNV?

No. Foreign-source employment income is generally not taxed in Georgia while you remain non-resident for tax purposes. Watch the days-before-tax-residency limit (183 days) - staying longer can trigger full tax residency.

How long is the Georgia DNV valid?

The initial stay is 1 year, renewable. Processing typically takes 7 days.

Can the Georgia DNV lead to permanent residency?

No. The Remotely from Georgia Program is a temporary stay permit and does not directly lead to permanent residency in Georgia.

Can I bring my family on the Georgia digital nomad visa?

Yes. A spouse can be included (without independent work rights). Dependents are typically covered under the same permit - check the dependent requirements for your situation.

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