Life in Georgia

A practical guide to using minibuses, buses and taxis in Batumi, with tips for choosing property and understanding transport-related investment factors.

• Decide purpose: daily city use, regional travel, or rental
• Check vehicle history and technical condition before purchase
• Prepare documents: bill of sale, vehicle registration, ID
• Understand import and registration procedures if bringing a car
• Arrange insurance and find reliable service centers
• Learn local driving rules, parking and road conditions
• Tips for negotiation, inspections and using an agent
• Consider parking or garage when buying property

- Overview of access types: fiber, mobile (4G/5G), satellite
- Main operators and SIM/eSIM options
- What to check when buying property: provider availability and in‑apartment wiring
- Tips for investors and landlords: stability and backup connections
- Practical steps for connecting and registering a SIM
- Living outside big cities: coverage, home LTE routers
- Security, routers and backup power
- Prepaid vs contract plans and saving tips

- Overview of Batumi's maritime-subtropical climate and real estate impact
- Spring: humidity, blooming, what to check during viewings
- Summer: warm sea months, tourism peak, investment tips
- Autumn: rainy season, effects on building maintenance
- Winter: mild but damp, heating and ventilation points
- Buyer tips per season and inspection checklist
- Investment notes: rental seasonality and operating costs
- Practical steps to prepare property for seaside weather

• Overview of dining types in Batumi: markets, cafes, restaurants
• Where to find best value and authentic food
• Budget examples for different lifestyles
• Markets vs supermarkets: what to buy where
• Practical saving tips without losing quality
• What to consider when buying property: kitchen and access to food stores
• Advice for investors and relocators

A practical guide to Batumi's job market: main sectors, where to look for vacancies, language and permit needs, and tips for job seekers and property investors.

- Overall structure: preschool, primary, secondary, higher education
- Public vs private schools: differences and implications for expat families
- International and English-language schools: accreditation and program types
- Language support and adaptation: courses, tutors, bilingual options
- Higher education and vocational training access
- How schools affect neighborhood choice and property demand 🏠
- Practical steps for moving families: documents, enrollment process
- Tips for investors: rental demand from families, proximity to good schools

• Safety and quiet streets
• Proximity to sea, parks and promenade
• Schools, kindergartens and healthcare
• Transport links and access to city center
• Housing types: new buildings, apartments, houses
• Rental and investment potential
• Practical viewing and buying tips
• How we assist with selection and legal checks

- Types of coverage: state vs private
- Who can apply: citizens, residents, foreigners
- Typical documents and requirements
- How to compare plans and key policy terms
- Steps to enroll: online, office or through an agent
- Important terms: waiting periods, deductibles, exclusions
- Practical tips for property buyers and investors
- What to do in emergencies and how to use the provider network