Georgia Passport Rules for UK Travellers
Quick answer: FCDO advises against travel to some parts of Georgia. GOV.UK says your passport should be valid for the duration of your stay in Georgia. You can visit without a visa for up to one year. All visitors must have health and accident insurance for their whole stay.
Georgia travel requirements at a glance
Valid for the length of your stay
Not needed for visits up to one year
Health and accident cover is mandatory
Strict rules, codeine is illegal
Official source: GOV.UK Georgia entry requirements.
Passport rules: quick summary
- Passport valid for your whole stay
- No visa for visits up to one year
- Mandatory health and accident insurance
- Very strict rules on medicines
Passport validity for Georgia
GOV.UK says your passport should be valid for the duration of your stay in Georgia. No extra period of validity is stated.
You will be denied entry if your passport has been reported lost or stolen. Some families have been refused entry because a child's passport photo no longer matched their appearance.
Visas and work
You can visit Georgia without a visa for up to one year. To stay longer, work or study, you need a longer-term visa.
Since 1 March 2026, foreign nationals who want to work in Georgia, including remote work, must have a work permit.
Insurance and medicines
All visitors must have health and accident insurance for the full period of their stay. Your airline or border officials may ask to see evidence of it.
Georgia has very strict rules on medicines. Non-prescription medicines containing codeine are illegal. Carry a prescription and original packaging for any legal prescription medicine.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need 6 months on my passport for Georgia?
No. GOV.UK says your passport should be valid for the duration of your stay. No extra 6 months is stated.
Do I need a visa for Georgia?
No. You can visit Georgia without a visa for up to one year. You need a longer-term visa or work permit to work or study.
Do I need travel insurance for Georgia?
Yes. All visitors must have health and accident insurance that covers the full period of their stay, including arrival and departure dates.