Permanent residence in Georgia
Georgia Solutions offers turnkey assistance with obtaining permanent residence in Georgia
Applying for permanent residence in Georgia with
Georgia Solutions
Georgia, located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, attracts more and more foreigners looking for a new life or business opportunities. The country is a member of the Council of Europe, is building up economic ties with the EU, and is integrating into the European space.
For foreigners planning a long-term stay in the country (more than 90 days), it is necessary to obtain a special legal status – a residence permit (RP) or a permanent residence permit (PR).
RP is a temporary permit that requires periodic renewal, PR expands the rights of a foreign citizen, allowing him to stay in the country indefinitely. Permanent residence expands preferences, opens access to opportunities that are not available to persons staying in the country on a temporary basis.
The price includes:
translation of documents into Georgian, certification by a notary, preparation and submission of documents, obtaining extracts from the register, support in the House of Justice
Required documents:
international passport, Georgian phone number, required documents depending on the grounds for obtaining permanent residence
What is permanent residence in Georgia?
Permanent residence permit (PR) in Georgia is a legal status that grants a foreigner the right to unlimited residence in Georgia. A PR holder has the right to freely enter and leave the country without violating migration legislation. The legal status is regulated by the Law of Georgia “On the Legal Status of Foreign Citizens and Stateless Persons” dated January 9, 2014. To obtain PR in the general manner, you must legally live in Georgia for 5-10 years. However, there are exceptions that allow you to obtain a permit in a simplified manner. Such exceptions include persons who are spouses, minor children of Georgian citizens, as well as parents of children under 18 who have Georgian citizenship.
Benefits of Permanent Residence in Georgia
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Permanent residence. The opportunity to live and work in Georgia without time limits, without the need to renew the residence permit every few years.
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Access to banking services. Simplified procedure for opening bank accounts and obtaining loans.
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Employment. The opportunity to legally get a job in Georgia without restrictions.
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Family reunification. The right to invite family members to join you, who can also subsequently obtain permanent residence.
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Access to social services. In some cases, permanent residence holders can gain access to state social programs.
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More favorable rental conditions. Having a permanent residence permit can simplify the search for housing, improve the terms of the contract.
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Simplification of paperwork. Many administrative procedures become simpler for residents of Georgia, taking less time.
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The right to obtain a Schengen visa. Permanent residence simplifies the process of obtaining permission to enter the Schengen countries.
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Stability, planning. The opportunity to make long-term plans in Georgia, knowing that your residence status is guaranteed.
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Permanent residence is available to foreigners who have lived in Georgia with a temporary residence permit for at least 5 years, as well as family members of a Georgian citizen or investors.
Refusal is possible due to an incomplete package of documents, false information, threat to the security of Georgia or violation of laws.
Knowledge of the language is not required to submit an application, but it may be required for naturalization (obtaining citizenship).
If you are absent for more than 6 years, your permanent residence permit may be revoked, except in special circumstances.
We take on the preparation of documents, filing an application and communicating with government agencies, which significantly saves your time and reduces the risk of refusal.
FAQ :
Legal requirements for the applicant
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No criminal record. The applicant must not have a criminal record in Georgia or other countries. It is necessary to provide a certificate of no criminal record.
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Good health. A medical examination and medical certificates may be required.
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Sufficient income. The applicant must have a sufficient income to support himself and his family while living in Georgia. Income requirements depend on the type of permanent residence.
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No threat to the national security of Georgia. The applicant must not pose a threat to the national security of Georgia.
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Knowledge of the Georgian language, history, law (in some cases). It may be necessary to confirm knowledge of the Georgian language, pass tests on knowledge of the country’s history and its law.
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Filling out the application in accordance with the requirements. The application must be filled out carefully and completely. Provide all the requested data, avoiding inaccuracies and errors.
Step-by-step procedure for obtaining permanent residence in Georgia
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Collection of necessary documents. Prepare the necessary documents. Their list is determined by the type of permanent residence.
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Submission of the application. The request is sent to the Public Services Development Agency (PSDA) of Georgia, in person or online through the psh.gov.ge portal. The application must be completed in Georgian. It is possible to submit documents in Russian with a notarized translation.
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Review of the application. The application review process takes from 20 to 30 days. There is an accelerated procedure, but the fee will be higher.
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Receiving a decision. After reviewing the application, you will receive a notification of the decision. If approved, you will receive the relevant document.
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Receiving a resident card. After a positive decision, you must receive a permanent residence card within the specified period.
Documents required for obtaining permanent residence
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An application of the established form. The application can be downloaded from the website of the Agency for Development of Public Services. It is important to fill it out carefully and correctly, in accordance with the specified requirements. Mistakes in the application may lead to delays or refusal.
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Foreign passport. A valid foreign passport with sufficient validity.
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Documents confirming legal stay in Georgia. Depending on the situation, this may be a visa, a residence permit or other documents confirming legal stay in the country.
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Documents confirming the basis for obtaining permanent residence. Depend on the type of request (family ties, investments, marriage). These may be birth certificates, marriage certificates, property documents, bank statements, etc.
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Photographs. Color photographs of the established size.
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Medical certificate. In some cases, a medical certificate may be required.
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Receipt for payment of the state fee. Mandatory receipt for payment of the established fee.
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Translation of documents. All documents issued in a language other than Georgian must be translated into Georgian and notarized.
Reasons for refusal to issue a permanent residence permit
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Incomplete set of documents. Failure to provide all required documents.
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Inaccurate information. Providing false or incomplete information in the application.
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Violation of migration laws. Violation of the rules of stay in Georgia in the past.
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Criminal record. Criminal record in Georgia or other countries.
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Threat to national security. If the authorities consider that your residence in Georgia poses a threat to national security.
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Insufficient income. Inability to provide for yourself and your family.
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Other non-compliance with legal requirements.
In case of refusal, the applicant has the right to appeal the decision in accordance with the procedure established by law.
Legal services for obtaining permanent residence permits
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Consultations. Obtaining information on all aspects of obtaining status, including choosing the best path, assessing the potential for a positive decision, answering all questions that arise.
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Preparation and collection of necessary documents. Preparation of all papers, including their translation, legalization, and notarization in accordance with the requirements of Georgian legislation.
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Representation of interests in government agencies. Representation of your interests at all stages of the process, including interaction with the Public Services Development Agency and other government agencies.
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Legal support at all stages of the process. Full legal support, including drafting all necessary documents, submitting your application, tracking its status and resolving any problems that may arise during the process.
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Monitoring the status of the application. Regular updates on the status of your application and any important changes in the review process.
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Assistance in document translation. Translation of documents into Georgian and notarization.
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Assistance in collecting additional certificates. Assistance in obtaining the necessary certificates and documents.
Georgia Solutions is a team of experienced lawyers that handles all legal transactions, as well as immigration and legalization in Georgia. The company provides turnkey permanent residence registration services, that is, it fully takes on all stages of the process, providing the client with the desired status.
Georgia Solutions Advantages
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High qualification. Lawyers have many successful cases, regularly improve their qualifications and have all the necessary permits.
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Individual approach. We develop an individual strategy for each client, taking into account their specific situation and goals.
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Transparency and reporting. We provide transparent information on the cost of services, deadlines for completing work.
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Guarantee of results. We strive to successfully complete the process of obtaining permanent residence for each of our clients.
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Convenience. There is no need to hire individual specialists or companies, we provide all the necessary services.
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Support at all stages. We support our clients at all stages of the process, answering all questions that arise and helping to solve any problems.
Cost and terms of obtaining permanent residence
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The cost of Georgia Solutions services and the time frame for obtaining permanent residence depend on the complexity of each specific case and the chosen method of obtaining permanent residence. For accurate information on the cost and time frame, please contact us. The cost includes all necessary legal services, including document preparation, representation in government agencies and monitoring of the application status.
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To get a free consultation and learn more about our services, call us by phone or send an email. You can leave a request on our website or visit our offices. We are ready to answer all your questions and help you with obtaining permanent residence in Georgia. Visit the “Reviews” section to see what our clients think about us.
Ways to obtain permanent residence in Georgia
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Residence by settlement. Residence in Georgia on a legal basis for 5 or 10 years (depending on the type of residence permit). Temporary residence in the country for the purpose of studying, receiving treatment or working at a diplomatic mission is not taken into account.
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Family reunification. Spouses, minor children and parents of minor children who are citizens of Georgia have the right to obtain a permanent residence permit without the need for long-term residence.
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Investments in the economy of Georgia. A significant contribution (from USD 300,000) to the economy of Georgia, for example, in the purchase of real estate or the creation of a business, can be the basis for obtaining permanent residence. In the case of investments in business, confirmation of a certain level of annual turnover of the company will be required. An exception is agricultural properties, for which special rules apply, established by the legislation of Georgia. A real estate property acquired for the purpose of an investment residence permit must be assessed by a certified specialist of an accredited company.
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Marriage to a citizen of Georgia. Marriage to a citizen of Georgia is a direct basis for obtaining permanent residence.
Legal requirements for the applicant
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No criminal record. The applicant must not have a criminal record in Georgia or other countries. It is necessary to provide a certificate of no criminal record.
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Good health. A medical examination and medical certificates may be required.
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Sufficient income. The applicant must have a sufficient income to support himself and his family while living in Georgia. Income requirements depend on the type of permanent residence.
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No threat to the national security of Georgia. The applicant must not pose a threat to the national security of Georgia.
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Knowledge of the Georgian language, history, law (in some cases). It may be necessary to confirm knowledge of the Georgian language, pass tests on knowledge of the country’s history and its law.
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Filling out the application in accordance with the requirements. The application must be filled out carefully and completely. Provide all the requested data, avoiding inaccuracies and errors.
Step-by-step procedure for obtaining permanent residence in Georgia
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Collection of necessary documents. Prepare the necessary documents. Their list is determined by the type of permanent residence.
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Submission of the application. The request is sent to the Public Services Development Agency (PSDA) of Georgia, in person or online through the psh.gov.ge portal. The application must be completed in Georgian. It is possible to submit documents in Russian with a notarized translation.
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Review of the application. The application review process takes from 20 to 30 days. There is an accelerated procedure, but the fee will be higher.
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Receiving a decision. After reviewing the application, you will receive a notification of the decision. If approved, you will receive the relevant document.
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Receiving a resident card. After a positive decision, you must receive a permanent residence card within the specified period.
Documents required for obtaining permanent residence
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An application of the established form. The application can be downloaded from the website of the Agency for Development of Public Services. It is important to fill it out carefully and correctly, in accordance with the specified requirements. Mistakes in the application may lead to delays or refusal.
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Foreign passport. A valid foreign passport with sufficient validity.
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Documents confirming legal stay in Georgia. Depending on the situation, this may be a visa, a residence permit or other documents confirming legal stay in the country.
-
Documents confirming the basis for obtaining permanent residence. Depend on the type of request (family ties, investments, marriage). These may be birth certificates, marriage certificates, property documents, bank statements, etc.
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Photographs. Color photographs of the established size.
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Medical certificate. In some cases, a medical certificate may be required.
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Receipt for payment of the state fee. Mandatory receipt for payment of the established fee.
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Translation of documents. All documents issued in a language other than Georgian must be translated into Georgian and notarized.
Reasons for refusal to issue a permanent residence permit
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Incomplete set of documents. Failure to provide all required documents.
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Inaccurate information. Providing false or incomplete information in the application.
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Violation of migration laws. Violation of the rules of stay in Georgia in the past.
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Criminal record. Criminal record in Georgia or other countries.
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Threat to national security. If the authorities consider that your residence in Georgia poses a threat to national security.
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Insufficient income. Inability to provide for yourself and your family.
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Other non-compliance with legal requirements.
In case of refusal, the applicant has the right to appeal the decision in accordance with the procedure established by law.
Legal services for obtaining permanent residence permits
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Consultations. Obtaining information on all aspects of obtaining status, including choosing the best path, assessing the potential for a positive decision, answering all questions that arise.
-
Preparation and collection of necessary documents. Preparation of all papers, including their translation, legalization, and notarization in accordance with the requirements of Georgian legislation.
-
Representation of interests in government agencies. Representation of your interests at all stages of the process, including interaction with the Public Services Development Agency and other government agencies.
-
Legal support at all stages of the process. Full legal support, including drafting all necessary documents, submitting your application, tracking its status and resolving any problems that may arise during the process.
-
Monitoring the status of the application. Regular updates on the status of your application and any important changes in the review process.
-
Assistance in document translation. Translation of documents into Georgian and notarization.
-
Assistance in collecting additional certificates. Assistance in obtaining the necessary certificates and documents.
Georgia Solutions is a team of experienced lawyers that handles all legal transactions, as well as immigration and legalization in Georgia. The company provides turnkey permanent residence registration services, that is, it fully takes on all stages of the process, providing the client with the desired status.
Georgia Solutions Advantages
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Consultations. Obtaining information on all aspects of obtaining status, including choosing the best path, assessing the potential for a positive decision, answering all questions that arise.
-
Preparation and collection of necessary documents. Preparation of all papers, including their translation, legalization, and notarization in accordance with the requirements of Georgian legislation.
-
Representation of interests in government agencies. Representation of your interests at all stages of the process, including interaction with the Public Services Development Agency and other government agencies.
-
Legal support at all stages of the process. Full legal support, including drafting all necessary documents, submitting your application, tracking its status and resolving any problems that may arise during the process.
-
Monitoring the status of the application. Regular updates on the status of your application and any important changes in the review process.
-
Assistance in document translation. Translation of documents into Georgian and notarization.
-
Assistance in collecting additional certificates. Assistance in obtaining the necessary certificates and documents.
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High qualification. Lawyers have many successful cases, regularly improve their qualifications and have all the necessary permits.
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Individual approach. We develop an individual strategy for each client, taking into account their specific situation and goals.
-
Transparency and reporting. We provide transparent information on the cost of services, deadlines for completing work.
-
Guarantee of results. We strive to successfully complete the process of obtaining permanent residence for each of our clients.
-
Convenience. There is no need to hire individual specialists or companies, we provide all the necessary services.
-
Support at all stages. We support our clients at all stages of the process, answering all questions that arise and helping to solve any problems.
Cost and terms of obtaining permanent residence
-
The cost of Georgia Solutions services and the time frame for obtaining permanent residence depend on the complexity of each specific case and the chosen method of obtaining permanent residence. For accurate information on the cost and time frame, please contact us. The cost includes all necessary legal services, including document preparation, representation in government agencies and monitoring of the application status.
-
To get a free consultation and learn more about our services, call us by phone or send an email. You can leave a request on our website or visit our offices. We are ready to answer all your questions and help you with obtaining permanent residence in Georgia. Visit the “Reviews” section to see what our clients think about us.