Georgia eVisa Requirements 2026: Document Checklist for UK Travellers

Georgia evisa requirements mandate a valid passport, digital photo, accommodation proof, bank statement, flight itinerary, and travel insurance. UK passport holders enter visa-free for 1 year.

Last updated: 20 January 2026. This article reflects the latest Georgia eVisa requirements as confirmed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia and the evisa.gov.ge portal.

To apply for a Georgia eVisa, you must provide a valid passport, digital photo, proof of accommodation, proof of sufficient funds, flight itinerary, and travel health insurance. UK passport holders enter Georgia visa-free for up to 1 year and generally do not need an eVisa. If you do need to apply, ensure your documents meet 2026 standards: travel health insurance is mandatory with a minimum of €30,000 medical coverage including repatriation; your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your departure date with 2 blank pages; financial proof requires a bank statement covering the last 3 to 6 months showing a minimum of GEL 200 (~£58) per day of stay. All files must be uploaded in PDF or JPEG format via the eVisa portal at evisa.gov.ge.

Do UK Citizens Need a Georgia eVisa in 2026?

UK passport holders do not need a Georgia eVisa for tourism, as they are granted one year of visa-free entry.

• UK passport holders – up to 1 year of visa-free entry for tourism; no eVisa application required.
• UK BRP or residence permit holders – up to 90 days visa-free entry under the substitute visa pathway, provided the permit remains valid for the duration of stay.
• eVisa required – only for nationalities outside the visa exemption list or for specific travel purposes such as business, where a Georgian company invitation letter is mandated.

Dual nationals must travel on the passport that matches their eligibility category; the Georgia eVisa system does not issue visas to holders already qualifying for visa-free entry. The ordinary visa (C-visa) is a separate category processed at Georgian consulates. Third-country residence permit holders from GCC states, Australia, Canada, Israel, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, the United Kingdom, and the United States also qualify for visa-free entry under the substitute visa pathway. For more details on substitute visa rules, see our guide for UK BRP and refugee travel document holders.

Passport and Digital Photo Specifications

Your passport must be valid for at least three months beyond your departure date and contain two blank pages.

The Georgian eVisa system requires at least 3 months of validity beyond the intended departure date and 2 completely blank pages for entry stamps. The passport must be in good condition with a legible, machine-readable biodata page. Unlike the general six-month travel recommendation, the Georgian requirement is specifically 3 months.

A recent biometric photo must meet strict specifications: 35 × 45 mm, white or light-grey background, JPEG format with a minimum resolution of 600 × 600 px and a maximum file size of 1 MB. The photo must have been taken within the last 6 months with a neutral expression, no glasses, and no head coverings unless religious. For a full breakdown of size, format, and common upload errors, see our dedicated Georgia eVisa photo requirements guide.

Proof of Accommodation for the Georgia eVisa

Georgia eVisa applicants must provide confirmed accommodation bookings in English or Georgian.

Accepted accommodation proof, ranked from strongest to weakest: non-refundable hotel booking, confirmed Airbnb reservation, hostel booking with confirmed dates, or host invitation letter. Free-cancellation bookings may be flagged as insufficient evidence at the application stage, as stated in the eVisa application guidelines. All accommodation documents must be submitted in English or Georgian; certified translations are accepted. Booking.com or Hotels.com English confirmations are ideal. Apostille is not required for standard tourism.

Proof of Funds and File Upload Requirements for the Georgia eVisa

Applicants must show proof of sufficient funds of approximately GEL 200 (~£58 / ~€68) per day of intended stay, demonstrated via a bank statement covering the last 3-6 months.

You need two types of evidence: accommodation and funds. Accepted formats for financial proof include an official bank statement PDF with bank header or stamp, or an online banking printout. A sponsor letter is accepted if the applicant is not self-funding. Common rejection causes include blurry scans, cropped pages, and missing bank headers.

File upload specifications: passport biodata page scan as a single PDF (max 2 MB, full page visible); digital photo as JPEG (max 1 MB, min 600 × 600 px); all supporting documents as PDF or JPEG (max 2 MB each).

Georgia eVisa Travel Insurance – Mandatory from 2026

Travel insurance with a minimum of €30,000 (~£26,000) medical coverage is mandatory for all arrivals from 1 January 2026.

Travel health insurance must include a medical repatriation clause to the traveller’s country of origin and cover the entire duration of stay in Georgia. Policies lacking the repatriation clause do not satisfy the Georgia eVisa requirements, regardless of the coverage amount. Travel cancellation cover is recommended but not legally mandatory. UK travellers should verify that their policy meets Georgian standards, as bank-account travel cover may require top-up additions.

Flight Itinerary and Return Ticket Requirements

A confirmed return or onward flight itinerary is required for a Georgia eVisa, but a fully purchased round-trip ticket is not mandatory.

Accepted evidence includes an airline booking confirmation, travel agent itinerary, or a confirmed reservation. Multi-entry eVisa applicants need to show the first leg only. Dummy booking services are not recommended, as border officials may verify reservations directly with airlines. The itinerary must be uploaded as a PDF or JPEG (max 2 MB) alongside the passport scan, accommodation proof, and bank statement.

Georgia eVisa Requirements: Full Document Checklist 2026

The complete Georgia eVisa 2026 document checklist includes passport, digital photo, accommodation proof, bank statement, flight itinerary, and mandatory travel insurance.

• ☐ Valid passport (3+ months beyond departure, 2 blank pages)
• ☐ Digital passport photo (35 × 45 mm, white background, JPEG)
• ☐ Passport biodata page scan (PDF, max 2 MB)
• ☐ Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
• ☐ Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement 3-6 months or sponsor letter)
• ☐ Flight itinerary / round-trip ticket confirmation
• ☐ Travel insurance policy (mandatory from 2026, min. €30,000)
• ☐ eVisa fee payment (Visa/Mastercard/Amex, USD or EUR)
• ➕ Business: invitation letter from Georgian company
• ➕ Minors: birth certificate + parental consent letter

All documents should be current at the time of application. Tip from applicant feedback: when uploading bank statements, ensure the bank header and your name are clearly visible, as many rejections occur because the PDF is cropped. Use a scanner app rather than a phone photo for best results.

How to Apply for the Georgia eVisa

Apply at evisa.gov.ge in 5 steps from outside Georgia. For a detailed walkthrough of each stage, see our complete step-by-step application guide.

Processing takes at least 5 working days, excluding Georgian public holidays; apply 2 weeks before travel. Peak season may extend to 10 working days, so consult the Georgian public holiday calendar when planning. For more detail on standard vs express timelines and validity periods, read our guide on Georgia eVisa processing time and validity. The Georgia eVisa is a multiple-entry visa; validity is nationality-dependent, offering either 30 days within a 120-day period or 90 days within a 180-day period. The offshore e-Visa requirement mandates that applicants must be physically outside Georgia when applying. For the full legal text of visa exemptions and eVisa categories, visit the evisa.gov.ge portal or the GeoConsul portal.

Georgia eVisa for Minors – Additional Documents

Georgia eVisa minors under 18 require their own passport, birth certificate, and a parental consent letter from non-accompanying parents. For a full overview of child application rules, see our guide on Georgia eVisa requirements for minors and families.

• Minors under 18: each child needs a separate passport and digital photo (35 × 45 mm, white background, JPEG), plus a birth certificate and a parental consent letter from non-accompanying parent(s).
• Both parents’ passport copies are required for consent verification, and independent proof of funds per child may be requested.
• Single-parent travel with different surnames, divorced or separated parents, and guardianship documentation require additional supporting documents.

Georgia eVisa Border Control – What to Present

At Georgian border control, present a printed eVisa approval alongside your passport and supporting documents.

• Present a printed eVisa PDF alongside the passport used during application; details must match exactly.
• Carry proof of accommodation, return ticket confirmation, a bank statement printout, and your travel insurance certificate in your hand luggage.
• Border officers may ask about your travel purpose, length of stay, and accommodation address. Overstay history is checked digitally.

Georgia eVisa Rejected – What to Do Next

Georgia eVisa rejection allows immediate re-application with no mandatory waiting period, but all documents must be re-uploaded. For an in-depth look at common rejection reasons and how to fix them, see our guide on what to do when your Georgia eVisa is rejected.

Frequently Asked Questions about Georgia eVisa Requirements