What a property-based residence permit gives you
Buying property in Georgia above a set value gives you the right to apply for a temporary residence permit. It is one of the simplest ways for a foreign investor to legalise long-term stay in the country.
The permit lets you stay in Georgia without visa limits, open accounts and run business, and can extend to immediate family members. It is a convenient bonus on top of an investment that already generates income.
Requirements and minimum value
Eligibility arises from owning property valued at or above a set threshold (at publication — approximately from $100,000 by appraisal; always confirm the current figure, as it is revised from time to time).
Value is confirmed by an official appraisal, not just the contract price. The permit is usually issued for up to a year and is renewable while you retain ownership.
Which property qualifies
Generally residential and some commercial property held in ownership and registered in the public registry qualifies. Agricultural land has restrictions for foreigners.
It is essential that the property is legally clean and correctly registered — we verify this before the deal as part of our support.
What the permit does not give
A residence permit is not citizenship and not a passport. It does not automatically grant Georgian citizenship and does not replace third-country visas.
If you sell the property below the threshold, the basis for renewal may disappear. So the residency plan should be designed together with the investment plan.
FAQ
Does the permit lead to citizenship?
No, not directly. The permit legalises stay, but citizenship is a separate, longer process with its own requirements.
Can family be included?
Usually immediate family (spouse, minor children) can obtain a permit based on yours. Confirm conditions at the time of application.