Georgia e-visa for Indians
By Ganesh ·
How Indians visit Georgia. The official e-visa, visa-free entry with a US, UK or Schengen visa, travel insurance, trip costs and a 7-day Tbilisi–Kazbegi–Kakheti plan.
The short answer: Indians can visit Georgia (the country in the Caucasus) with an official e-visa from evisa.gov.ge, usually for a stay of up to 30 days. If you already hold a valid visa or residence permit of the US, UK, an EU/Schengen country or several other countries, you may be able to enter visa-free instead, for up to 90 days in 180. Tbilisi, Kazbegi and the wine region of Kakheti make a great one-week trip from India.
Georgia's visa-free list, e-visa fee and entry rules (including travel insurance requirements for foreign visitors) change from time to time. Check evisa.gov.ge and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia (mfa.gov.ge) before you travel. This guide is general information, not legal advice.
E-visa or visa-free?
| Your situation | What applies |
|---|---|
| Indian passport only | E-visa on evisa.gov.ge (or a visa from a Georgian embassy) |
| Also hold a valid US, UK, Schengen/EU (or certain other) visa or residence permit | Often visa-free. Check the current list on mfa.gov.ge |
Applying for the e-visa
- Go to evisa.gov.ge and start a tourist application.
- Upload a passport scan, a photo, your hotel booking, return ticket, travel insurance and bank statement as asked.
- Pay the fee by card (a modest fee in US dollars or lari plus a service charge, check the site).
- Wait for the decision by email, and print the e-visa.
Apply at least a couple of weeks before travel. Don't book non-refundable flights until it's approved.
What to carry
- Passport valid for your stay.
- Printed e-visa (or the supporting visa if you're visa-free).
- Return ticket and hotel bookings.
- Travel insurance covering health and accidents for your whole stay.
- Some cash or a card, officers may ask about funds.
What a Georgia trip costs (approximate)
| Item | Cost per person |
|---|---|
| Return flights to Tbilisi (usually one stop via the Gulf) | ₹30,000–₹50,000 |
| Hotels, mid-range | ₹3,000–₹7,000 a night |
| Day tour Tbilisi → Kazbegi | ₹2,500–₹5,000 |
| Food | ₹1,500–₹3,000 a day (khachapuri and khinkali are cheap and filling) |
A 7-day plan
- Days 1–3: Tbilisi. Old Town, Narikala Fortress, sulphur baths, Mtatsminda, a day trip to Mtskheta.
- Days 4–5: Kazbegi (Stepantsminda): the Georgian Military Highway, Ananuri, Gergeti Trinity Church.
- Day 6: Kakheti. Sighnaghi and a winery.
- Day 7: back to Tbilisi and fly home.
The road to Kazbegi can close in heavy snow. Put the route in Sancharees and keep a flexible day.
When to go
May–June and September–October are mild and green or golden. December to March brings snow (Gudauri is a ski resort) but mountain roads can close.
FAQ
Is Georgia visa-free for Indians?
Only if you hold a qualifying visa or residence permit (such as US, UK or Schengen). Otherwise get the e-visa.
How long does the Georgia e-visa take?
Usually within days, but apply a couple of weeks early in case extra documents are requested.
Do I need travel insurance for Georgia?
Yes, it's asked for in the e-visa application, and Georgia has been moving to require it for foreign visitors. Buy cover for your whole stay.
Is this Georgia in the US?
No, this guide is about the country of Georgia, between Turkey and Russia. Its capital is Tbilisi.
Photo: Old Tbilisi town in Tbilisi, Georgia by GeoO, CC BY-SA 4.0 (Wikimedia Commons)
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