Art-Gene at the Ethnography Museum
Folk ensembles, regional food, crafts and evening concerts come together above Vake at Tbilisi’s open-air museum.
Programme and tickets should be reconfirmed before travel.Check festival details ↗Independent local knowledge
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Tbilisi Now · July 2026
NOW OPENGeorgia’s first Starbucks is open in Tbilisi.
The Axis Towers coffeehouse officially opened on 13 July after a test period beginning on 3 July. Read the verified timeline, Alshaya partnership and Costa Coffee context.
Read the opening story →Tbilisi, decoded
What brings you
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Choose the question in front of you. Each path leads directly to useful guidance and accountable local support.
01 · MOVING & SETTLING
I’m building a life in Tbilisi
Housing, neighbourhoods, healthcare, personal banking, connectivity and first-month essentials.
Start here →02 · STARTING A BUSINESSI want to work or operate in Georgia
IE, LLC, virtual office, business banking, accounting, tax and right-to-work support.
Explore business services →03 · PLANNING RESIDENCEI need the right legal route
Compare work, family, real-estate, study, IT, investment and permanent residence.
Find your residence route →04 · ALREADY HEREI need a human answer
Speak with our Tbilisi team by WhatsApp, email, live chat or an arranged appointment.
Ask a local specialist →Tbilisi right now · Summer 2026
Make the most of the season.
A quick edit of what is worth knowing now—from open-air culture and late-night music to the new rule every working foreign resident should check.
Information checked 16 July 2026Komorebi Festival at Golden Lake
A four-day programme of local and international electronic artists, beginning Friday evening and continuing through Monday morning.
Listed passes begin at 90 GEL; ticket activation is required.View current listing ↗Plan the city around the heat
Use mornings for markets and old streets, the hottest hours for museums or a long lunch, and evenings for Turtle Lake, Mtatsminda or riverside parks.
Carry water and check the same-day forecast before exposed walks.Open the summer guide ↗Georgia’s work rules changed
Since 1 March 2026, many foreigners undertaking employment, self-employment or entrepreneurial activity need a separate right-to-work authorization.
Exemptions and transitional rules exist; check your exact status before working. · Official notice ↗Understand the change ↗Useful now
Completed expat guides
01Housing
Housing
Rent an apartment with better checks
Ownership, contracts, deposits, utilities and a clean handover.Read guide →02Health
Health
Navigate healthcare in Tbilisi
Emergency 112, clinics, insurance, pharmacies and medical records.Read guide →03Family
Family
Settle in Tbilisi with children
Schools, housing, healthcare, transport and a workable family routine.Read guide →04Tax
Tax
Understand Georgia’s 1% regime
Eligibility, thresholds, VAT and the monthly compliance reality.Read guide →05Residence
Residence
Compare Georgia residence routes
Work, family, real estate, study, IT and investment pathways.Read guide →06Documents
Documents
Prepare a residence file
Identity, lawful stay, route evidence, translation and authentication.Read guide →Local expertise
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Individual Entrepreneur & 1% Status
Georgia IE registration and Small Business Status support with a transparent local package.
LLC Registration in Georgia
Company formation for foreign founders, including documents and local coordination.
Virtual Office in Tbilisi or Batumi
Legal and mailing addresses with optional Georgian telephone assistance.
English-Speaking Accounting
Monthly bookkeeping, declarations, VAT and payroll support for IE and LLC clients.
Georgia Labour Permit / Right to Work
2026 screening and applications for employees, active directors and self-employed foreigners.
Georgia Residence Permits
Route selection for work, family, property, study, IT, investment and permanent residence.
Real-Estate Residence
Application support for qualifying non-agricultural property above the statutory value threshold.
Tax Residency in Georgia
The 183-day test, treaty overlap, certificates and the high-net-worth alternative.
Why use Tbilisi Expats
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Regulated pages link to current Georgian authorities and legislation.
Professional fees, authority fees and variable costs are separated.
Eligibility is screened and final decisions remain with banks and authorities.
TBILISI EXPAT LLC · ID 405617606
Besiki Business Center, Besiki 4, 0108 Tbilisi, Georgia
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Join the community →Tbilisi expat FAQ · 2026
Real questions.
Careful answers.
Short orientation answers with deeper internal guides where the details matter.
Is Tbilisi a good place for expats in 2026?+
Tbilisi offers an established international population, varied neighbourhoods, strong food and café culture, private healthcare and relatively simple access to many everyday services. The right fit still depends on budget, traffic tolerance, language expectations and long-term visa or residence plans.
What should I arrange before moving to Tbilisi?+
Check entry rules for your citizenship, keep health insurance and essential records, plan temporary accommodation, and avoid signing a long lease before testing the neighbourhood and commute. Our Living and Start Here sections organize the next decisions.
How do foreigners rent an apartment in Tbilisi?+
Search listings and agents, but verify the owner and property, use a clear written contract, document the apartment condition, identify every utility account and define deposit-return rules before payment.
How does healthcare work for expats in Tbilisi?+
Many international residents use private clinics and either pay directly or claim through insurance. Choose a routine clinic in advance, understand insurer pre-authorization rules, keep itemized records, and call 112 for a serious emergency.
Can a foreigner register a business in Georgia?+
Foreign citizens can generally establish an Individual Entrepreneur or LLC. Registration does not by itself settle tax status, banking, permission to work or residence; those questions require separate analysis.
How does Georgia’s 1% tax work for freelancers?+
The 1% rate is associated with qualifying Individual Entrepreneurs who obtain Small Business Status and earn income within the regime. Activity exclusions, source rules, the GEL 500,000 threshold, VAT and monthly filing must be checked separately.
Do foreigners need a labour permit in Georgia in 2026?+
Since 1 March 2026, many foreign employees and self-employed people performing activity in Georgia need a separate right-to-work authorization unless a specific exemption applies. Company or IE registration alone is not the authorization.
Which Georgian residence permit can I apply for?+
Common routes include work, family reunification, qualifying real estate, study, IT and investment. Permanent and other special routes also exist. Citizenship, lawful stay, evidence and timing determine the correct basis.
Can property ownership provide Georgian residence?+
A short-term residence route may apply to qualifying non-agricultural property with certified market value exceeding USD 150,000 equivalent in GEL. Purchase price alone does not establish the statutory value, and approval is not automatic.
How can I contact Tbilisi Expats?+
Message +995 555 600 077 on WhatsApp, email hello@tbilisiexpats.com, use live chat, or arrange an appointment at Besiki Business Center, Besiki 4, 0108 Tbilisi. Services are provided by TBILISI EXPAT LLC, ID 405617606.
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