Any experienced international traveler knows that each country has a unique set of rules for entry as a foreigner, length of stay allowed, requirements when in-country, etc. The country of Georgia is no different, and this document details what those requirements are.
As of Jan. 1, 2026, all foreign visitors to the country of Georgia are required to show proof of personal health & accident insurance that covers the length of their stay in Georgia. We would encourage you to view this new rule similar to applying for a visa, which is a requirement in many countries around the world for foreign visitors.
Here are the specific requirements that your health & accident policy must fulfill:
- Can be in printed OR electronic form
- Must be in English OR Georgian language (***no other languages accepted!)
- Should show the start and end dates of the policy, which naturally should cover the dates of your trip to Georgia
- The name(s) of the person(s) insured (and any other family members traveling with you)
- Must cover a minimum of 30,000 GEL in costs (approx. $11,500); the amount covered must be cleared stated on policy
- Policy must cover a) Health/Travel Insurance, b) Medical Treatment, and c) Accidents
- Should include the destination of “Georgia” on the policy
Many of our guests often already have a go-to travel insurance provider for their international travel. If that’s the case for you, great!
If not, here are several companies, both Georgian and international, that you can acquire insurance from that meets the requirements of this law:
Georgian companies:
International companies:
Here is the short list of foreign citizens that are NOT required to hold travel/health insurance when entering Georgia:
- Diplomats
- Public Transport or International Freight Truck Drivers
- Foreign holders of Georgian Residency Permits
How will your insurance policy be verified?
We are primarily hearing that insurance policies are being verified by airline staff, before allowing travelers to board their flights to Georgia (similar to visa checks): in Istanbul, Baku, Athens, Paris, Munich, etc. That being said, please have your policy available to show at any border crossing, if asked by any customs officer.
Several of the recommended Georgia travel insurance policies can be purchased for less than US$2 per day, so don’t wait until the last minute and try to buy the policy online between landing and entering Tbilisi passport control.
What has been your experience with entering Georgia with health/accident insurance since January 2026? Let us know in the comments below!