A foreigner married to a Georgian citizen can obtain a residence permit as the spouse. It is the step that comes before the permanent residence permit. This guide summarises the official SDA conditions.
Who can apply?
The foreign spouse of a citizen of Georgia. The permit is issued before a permanent residence permit is obtained.
Income requirement
The monthly income or funds must be at least twice the minimum subsistence level for the average consumer, calculated for the validity period of the permit. Income can come from the applicant, the Georgian spouse, or both. If the spouse is of retirement age or receives social assistance, proof of the pension or assistance is required. Bank funds can count. Check the current subsistence figure.
Documents
- Application form and copy of the travel document
- Proof of lawful stay in Georgia
- Proof of the family relationship (marriage certificate)
- Proof of legal income or funds
- Colour photo 3×4 cm in electronic form
- Proof of payment of the fee
State fee and time
The fee is GEL 500 and the listed processing time is 90 calendar days.
The road to permanent residence
According to the SDA, the spouse of a citizen can apply for a permanent residence permit after 5 years on the spouse permit. Details of the permanent permit are in our permanent residence guide.
When to apply
As a rule, apply at least 40 calendar days before your lawful stay in Georgia ends. Some permit types are exempt from this rule, so check your case.
Related guides
MITC prepares the documents, checks your eligibility and submits the application. Contact us for a consultation.
Source: Public Service Development Agency of Georgia (sda.gov.ge), page “Migration/Residence Permits”. Last verified: 7 November 2026. Rules and amounts can change; confirm them on the official website or with MITC before applying.
