🇬🇪 Georgia visa, Indian passport.
Updated 2026: Georgia's e-Visa for Indian passport holders costs $35 ($20 consular fee + $15 DuVerify service charge). NOT free as older articles claim. Validity is 120 days from issue (not 1 year), 30-day stay per entry. As of 1 January 2026, mandatory health insurance covering Georgia is required.
How to apply, 6 steps.
- 1
Apply on evisa.gov.ge (official)
Official portal only. Many clone sites charge $80+.
10-15 days before travel - 2
Upload passport + photo + bank statement
Bank statement last 3 months ($1,500+ closing).
20 min - 3
Buy travel insurance ≥30,000 GEL / ~$11,000 (mandatory from 1 Jan 2026)
Health & accident coverage minimum 30,000 GEL (~USD 11,000). SafetyWing, Tata AIG, Bajaj Allianz, or Reliance General all qualify. ~₹2,000.
Before applying - 4
Pay $35 fee online
$20 consular + $15 DuVerify service. Card payment, no refund on rejection.
Within application - 5
Wait 1-5 working days
Approval emailed as PDF.
1-5 days - 6
Travel + show e-visa + insurance
Tbilisi airport or Batumi land/sea entry. Officers check insurance proof since Jan 2026.
On arrival
Document checklist.
- Passport (6+ months)
- Recent photo
- Bank statement ($1,500+)
- Travel insurance ≥30,000 GEL / ~$11,000 health & accident coverage (mandatory from 1 Jan 2026)
- $35 fee
Why Indians get rejected.
- Bank statement <$1,500
- Vague itinerary
- Recent Russian visa stamps (post-Ukraine war)
- No travel insurance proof (since Jan 2026)
FAQ
How long does Georgia visa take for Indians?
Processing time is instant-5 days. Apply 2-4 weeks before travel for safe margin.
How much does Georgia visa cost for Indians in 2026?
₹3,400 per person (Q2 2026 official rate).
How long can Indians stay in Georgia?
30 days per entry on the e-visa visa. Extension possible from inside the country in most cases, check with local immigration.
Do Indians need a return ticket to enter Georgia?
Yes, a confirmed return or onward ticket within the visa duration (30 days) is required at airline check-in and at Georgia immigration. Open-jaw and circle-trip tickets qualify.
Georgia visa vs other popular destinations
Side-by-side comparison for Indian passport holders, Q2 2026 official rates.
| Country | Visa type | Fee (INR) | Stay | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇬🇪 Georgia (this page) | e visa | ₹3,400 | 30 days | instant-5 days |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | visa free | Free | 30 days | instant |
| 🇻🇳 Vietnam | e Visa | ₹2,100 | 90 days | 3 days |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | visa on arrival | ₹2,800 | 30 days | instant |
| 🇦🇪 UAE | e visa | ₹6,500 | 60 days | 3-5 days |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | e visa | ₹450 | 90 days | ~5 working days |
Source: official embassy + consular sites, last verified Q2 2026.