Foreigners who own property in Georgia can receive a short-term residence permit. This guide summarises the official SDA conditions.
Who qualifies?
A foreigner who holds title to immovable property in Georgia, excluding agricultural land, with a market value of more than USD 150,000 (equivalent in lari). The market value must be determined by a certified assessor accredited by the Unified National Body of Accreditation. The owner’s spouse and children can apply too.
Documents for the owner
- Application form and copy of the travel document
- Proof of lawful stay in Georgia
- Document of title to the property
- Valuation report of the certified assessor
- Colour photo 3×4 cm and proof of payment of the fee
Documents for spouse and children
- Application form, travel document copy and proof of lawful stay
- Copy of the owner’s short-term residence permit
- Proof of kinship, colour photo and proof of payment of the fee
State fees
- 30 calendar days: GEL 300
- 20 calendar days: GEL 450
- 10 calendar days: GEL 600
Good to know
This permit is among the types exempt from the 40-day advance-application rule. The SDA page does not state its validity period, so ask us for the current term. For a property above USD 300,000 see the investment residence permit in our overview of residence permits.
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.
