Indefinite Residence Permit in Georgia (2026)
Georgia's Indefinite Residence Permit is the onward step for investors. It is available to a foreigner who has held an Investment Residence Permit for five years — either on the basis of a USD 300,000 investment, with fifth-year turnover of at least the GEL equivalent of USD 120,000, or on the basis of owning immovable property in Georgia valued above USD 300,000 for a total of five years. Once granted, it removes the renewal cycle and lets the holder and their family live in Georgia indefinitely. The application must be filed before the investment permit expires.
Last reviewed: 31 August 2026 · Last checked: 12 November 2026
The Indefinite Residence Permit is the final stage of Georgia’s investment residence route. A foreign national who has held an Investment Residence Permit for five years and continues to satisfy the statutory investment requirements may apply for an Indefinite Residence Permit, which grants the right to reside in Georgia indefinitely without the need to renew the residence permit.
Eligible family members of the holder of an Investment Residence Permit may also qualify for an Indefinite Residence Permit under the conditions prescribed by Georgian law.
This guide explains the eligibility requirements, supporting documents, application procedure and state fees for obtaining an Indefinite Residence Permit.
Who is eligible
An Indefinite Residence Permit may be granted to a foreigner who has held an Investment Residence Permit in Georgia for five years, where that permit was obtained on the basis of either:
- an investment of at least USD 300,000 (or its equivalent in GEL); or
- ownership of immovable property in Georgia valued at more than USD 300,000.
The application must be submitted before the expiration of the five-year Investment Residence Permit.
Duration and validity
An Indefinite Residence Permit grants its holder the right to reside in Georgia for an indefinite period. Unlike temporary residence permits, it does not require periodic renewal and is not granted for a fixed term.
The Indefinite Residence Permit should not be confused with the Georgian residence card, which is the physical identity document issued to the permit holder. Although the residence permit itself is granted for an indefinite period, the residence card must be renewed or replaced in the cases provided for by law, such as expiry, loss, damage or changes to the holder’s personal details.
Application
Applications for an Indefinite Residence Permit are submitted to the Public Service Development Agency (PSDA).
Where the application is based on an Investment Residence Permit, it must be submitted before the five-year validity period of the Investment Residence Permit expires.
Required documents
The required documents depend on the basis on which the Investment Residence Permit was granted.
Investment route (investment of USD 300,000 or the equivalent in GEL)
Applicants generally submit:
- the application;
- a copy of the passport;
- a copy of the Investment Residence Permit (or residence card) issued on the basis of an investment of USD 300,000 (or the equivalent in GEL);
- information confirming that the applicant’s turnover from entrepreneurial activity in Georgia during the fifth year after the Investment Residence Permit was granted was not less than the GEL equivalent of USD 120,000;
- a colour photograph, 3×4 cm, in electronic format;
- the receipt confirming payment of the service fee.
Real-estate route (property valued at more than USD 300,000 or the equivalent in GEL)
Applicants generally submit:
- the application;
- a copy of the passport;
- a copy of the Investment Residence Permit (or residence card) issued on the basis of ownership of real estate valued at more than USD 300,000 (or the equivalent in GEL), together with a certificate issued by the National Agency of Public Registry confirming ownership, for a total period of five years, of either:
- the property on the basis of which the Investment Residence Permit was granted; or
- replacement property acquired in accordance the Law;
- a colour photograph, 3×4 cm, in electronic format;
- the receipt confirming payment of the service fee.
A family member of a foreign national holding an Investment Residence Permit or an Indefinite Residence Permit, who themselves hold an Investment Residence Permit, generally submits:
- the application;
- a copy of the passport;
- a document confirming lawful stay in Georgia;
- a copy of the principal applicant’s Investment Residence Permit or Indefinite Residence Permit;
- a document confirming the family relationship;
- a colour photograph, 3×4 cm, in electronic format;
- the receipt confirming payment of the service fee.
Documents issued outside Georgia must generally be apostilled or legalised, as applicable, and accompanied by a notarised Georgian translation, unless an exemption applies.
Timing: apply before expiry
An application for an Indefinite Residence Permit must be submitted before the five-year validity period of the Investment Residence Permit expires.
Where the holder of an Investment Residence Permit applies for an Indefinite Residence Permit within that period, the Investment Residence Permit remains valid until the Public Service Development Agency (PSDA) makes its decision on the application.
Because the application must be lodged before the Investment Residence Permit expires, it is advisable to begin preparing the required documents well in advance of the end of the five-year period.
Indefinite Residence Permit vs. Permanent Residence Permit
Georgia has two residence permits that allow a foreign national to reside in the country indefinitely, but they are available through different qualifying routes.
The Indefinite Residence Permit is available to eligible holders of an Investment Residence Permit who have satisfied the statutory investment requirements over the required five-year period. Eligible family members of the investment-permit holder may also qualify.
By contrast, the Permanent Residence Permit is available primarily to certain family members of Georgian citizens and to foreign nationals who have lawfully lived in Georgia for the last ten years on the basis of a temporary residence permit.
Both permits provide an indefinite right of residence, but the eligibility criteria differ.
For an overview of all residence permit categories, see our Guide to Residence Permits.
Processing time and state fees
The state fee for issuing an Indefinite Residence Permit depends on the selected processing time:
| Processing time | State fee |
|---|---|
| 30 calendar days | GEL 350 |
| 20 calendar days | GEL 500 |
As state fees and administrative procedures may change, always confirm the current requirements with the Public Service Development Agency (PSDA) before submitting your application.
Georgian residence card
Once an Indefinite Residence Permit has been granted, the foreign national must obtain a Georgian residence card, which serves as the holder’s identity document in Georgia.
Applications for a residence card may be submitted at a Public Service Hall or a territorial office of the Public Service Development Agency (PSDA).
The state fee depends on the selected processing time:
| Issuance time | Fee |
|---|---|
| 10 working days | GEL 60 |
| 5 working days | GEL 80 |
| 3 working days | GEL 100 |
| 2 working days | GEL 120 |
| Same day | GEL 150 |
Frequently asked questions
Who can get the Indefinite Residence Permit?
A foreigner who has held an Investment Residence Permit in Georgia for five years, obtained either through an investment of at least USD 300,000 or through ownership of immovable property in Georgia valued at more than USD 300,000. Family members of the investment-permit holder may also obtain an Indefinite Residence Permit.
What turnover do I need to show on the investment route?
Information confirming that annual turnover from entrepreneurial activity in Georgia in the fifth year after the investment permit was issued was not less than the GEL equivalent of USD 120,000. This sits at the top of the turnover schedule that runs through the Investment Residence Permit.
What if I qualified through property rather than a business?
If your investment permit was based on owning immovable property valued above USD 300,000, the indefinite permit turns on a certificate from the National Agency of Public Registry confirming ownership of that property (or lawfully substituted property) for a total period of five years, rather than on a turnover figure.
When do I have to apply?
Before your Investment Residence Permit expires. If you apply while the investment permit is still valid, that permit remains valid until the Agency decides on the indefinite application, so plan the application ahead of the five-year expiry.
How is this different from the Permanent Residence Permit?
The Indefinite Residence Permit is the investor route — it follows five years on an investment permit. The Permanent Residence Permit is for close family members of Georgian citizens or for those with ten years of lawful residence. Both give indefinite stay through different qualifying paths.
What does it cost and how long does it take?
State fees are GEL 350 for a 30-day decision and GEL 500 for a 20-day decision. After the permit is granted, the Georgian ID (residence) card costs a further GEL 60 (10 working days) up to GEL 150 (same-day issuance). Confirm current figures with the Public Service Development Agency.
Sources
- Law of Georgia on the Legal Status of Aliens and Stateless Persons — Legislative Herald (matsne)
- Government of Georgia Resolution No. 520 of 1 September 2014 — Procedure for Reviewing and Deciding on the Issuance of Residence Permits in Georgia (matsne)
- Public Service Development Agency — Migration / Residence Permits