Why foreigners choose life in Georgia

Why Georgia is appealing to foreigners 🌏

Georgia combines mild climate, welcoming people and simplified procedures for residency and business. For many, it becomes more than a holiday destination — it’s a place to live, work remotely and invest in real estate.

Main points we'll cover ✅

• Residency and visa convenience
• Accessibility of the property market
• Climate and regional variety
• Cost of living and utilities
• Safety and hospitality
• Tax and business environment
• Practical steps for buying property
• Tips for renting out and managing assets

Residency, visas and legal basics 🛂

Georgia offers several straightforward paths to longer stays: through property ownership, business registration or long-term stay permits. If you plan to move, consult local immigration and legal specialists to understand documentation, translations and registration requirements.

Real estate: opportunities and what to look for 🏘️

Compared to many Western cities, the Georgian property market is perceived as affordable. Popular locations include Tbilisi and Batumi for city life and tourism-focused coastal or mountain areas for holiday rentals. When evaluating a property, think about:

• Your objective: full-time residence, long-term rental, short-term income, or pure investment.
• Infrastructure: transport, healthcare, shops and schools.
• Legal clarity: title deed checks and encumbrances.
• Management: will you live there, hire a manager, or use a rental agency?

Practical example: if your goal is rental income, choose areas with consistent tourist or expat demand and properties with easy maintenance.

Climate, leisure and daily life 🌿

From seaside subtropics to alpine mountains, Georgia offers diverse living environments. This diversity allows people to match lifestyle preferences — beach living, urban comfort or mountain retreats. Local cuisine, outdoor activities and cultural events add to quality of life.

Cost of living and taxation 💶

Everyday expenses are generally lower than in many Western capitals: food, services and utilities can be more affordable. The tax system is relatively simple, but the specifics of VAT, rental income tax and corporate tax depend on your status. Always consult an accountant before finalizing a purchase or registering a business.

Language, community and integration 🤝

Georgians are known for hospitality. English is common in tourist and business areas; learning some Georgian (or Russian, in certain regions) helps with deeper integration. Building local relationships is often the fastest route to feeling at home.

Practical checklist for buying property 📋

1. Define your purpose and preferred regions.
2. Search properties and filter by infrastructure and legal clarity (try https://buyhome.ge/en or https://buyhome.ge/en/search).
3. Visit properties in person and hire a lawyer for document checks.
4. Plan taxes and utility setup with a local accountant.
5. Arrange property management if you won’t live there permanently.
6. Consider insurance and emergency planning.

Risks and mitigation ⚖️

Key risks include insufficient document checks, over-optimistic rental income expectations and seasonality. Minimize risks by:

• Conducting full legal due diligence.
• Making conservative rental income estimates.
• Working with reliable local agents and managers.

Final thoughts and invitation 🤗

Georgia offers a rare combination of accessible property, high quality of life and friendly bureaucracy for newcomers. If you are thinking about moving or investing, we can help you research neighborhoods, shortlist properties and handle the purchase steps.

Contact the agency for a friendly consultation — we’ll help you find the right property and plan your move. Start at https://buyhome.ge/en or request a search via https://buyhome.ge/en/search.