Georgia Work / Residence Permit — Employment by Georgian entity (Ministry of Justice)for 🇨🇦 Canadian citizens travelling to 🇬🇪 Georgia

📋Required Documents6

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  Proof of sufficient funds and accommodation in Georgia
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  Health insurance covering Georgia
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  Valid passport and passport photographs
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  Proof the employer is registered and the company turnover meets the per-employee threshold
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  Immigration (D1) work visa application, then temporary residence permit

  Georgia has no separate employer work permit; the work residence permit is applied for at the Public Service Hall.

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  Employment contract or service agreement with a Georgian-registered entity

ℹ️What to Expect

To apply for a Georgia Work / Residence Permit — Employment by Georgian entity (Ministry of Justice), book an appointment at the nearest Georgia embassy or visa application centre in your country. Submit the required documents in person or via a designated courier service. Processing takes approximately 30 days. The government fee is GEL 80.00. Plan well ahead of your intended travel date to allow time for processing and any additional document requests from the consulate. Always verify current requirements with the Georgia embassy or official government website before booking travel.

📎Supporting Documents (may strengthen your application)

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  Proof of qualifications relevant to the role (if applicable)

🌐Why Canadian passport holders need a visa for Georgia

Canadian citizens require a visa to enter Georgia based on the current immigration requirements set by Georgia's government. Canadian passport holders must apply through the Georgia embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre before travelling. Requirements are subject to change, so always verify at the official government portal.

⚠️Common Reasons Georgia Work / Residence Permit — Employment by Georgian entity (Ministry of Justice) Applications Are Refused5

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  No valid job offer or employment contract from a registered Georgian employer.
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  The role or the applicant does not meet the requirements of the work-residence category applied for.
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  Insufficient proof of funds or of accommodation for the period of stay.
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  Incomplete or inconsistent supporting documents, or a passport that is invalid or close to expiry.
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  A previous overstay or immigration violation in Georgia on record.

Refusal grounds are at the discretion of the deciding officer and can change. This list is informational — always verify current requirements at the official government portal.

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