Georgia issues a temporary residence permit to foreigners who are victims of violence against women or domestic violence. This guide summarises what the SDA page states.
Who qualifies?
A foreigner who is a victim under Georgian law on violence against women and domestic violence and meets at least one of these:
- a restraining or protective order has been issued for their protection;
- criminal prosecution is in progress for violence committed against them;
- they use the services of a shelter or crisis centre for victims.
How is it issued?
The permit is granted at the request of an institution that provides services to victims, or of the body handling the proceedings. It is also among the types exempt from the usual 40-day advance-application rule.
Documents, fee and time
The SDA page does not list documents, a fee or a processing time for this permit. The institution that supports you will tell you what it needs to submit; we can help you with the process.
If you need help
If you are in danger, contact the police and a support service first. MITC can explain your residence options afterwards. See our overview of residence permits in Georgia.
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.
